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Sugar Cookie Icing

Sweet and Fluffy Sugar Cookie Icing for Perfect Decor Treats

This easy Sugar Cookie Icing is perfect for decorating sugar cookies with a glossy finish that elevates your holiday treats.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Drying Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

Icing Base
  • 2 cups powdered sugar primary sweetener
  • 2 tablespoons meringue powder acts as a stabilizer
  • 5 tablespoons water adjusts consistency
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds flavor
Optional Add-ins
  • food coloring to customize colors

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Electric mixer
  • piping bags or squeeze bottles

Method
 

Basic Instructions
  1. Combine 2 cups of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of meringue powder in a large mixing bowl and whisk until fluffy.
  2. Gradually add 5 tablespoons of water and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dry mixture, stirring gently.
  3. Use an electric mixer on medium speed to mix for about 5 minutes until the icing is smooth and glossy.
  4. Adjust the icing's consistency by adding more water or powdered sugar as necessary.
  5. If desired, divide icing into bowls and add food coloring to each for decoration.
  6. Use piping bags or a spatula to decorate cooled sugar cookies, then let them dry for 6-8 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 5mgSugar: 12g

Notes

Store leftover icing in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

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