Cookie Frosting
Transform your homemade cookies into bakery-level masterpieces with this quick and easy Cookie Frosting recipe! Ready in just 10 minutes, this smooth and creamy frosting comes together with pantry staples like unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of vanilla extract. Adjust the consistency with milk to achieve the perfect texture for spreading or piping, and get creative with vibrant colors by adding food coloring. Whether you’re decorating sugar cookies for a festive occasion or giving your everyday treats a flavorful boost, this versatile frosting is your go-to for immaculate designs and dreamy sweetness. Perfect for up to 24 servings, it can also be stored for later use, making cookie decorating effortless and delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) Unsalted butter
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons (more as needed) Milk
- 1 set (as needed) Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter using an electric mixer on medium speed until it becomes creamy and smooth, about 2–3 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition to incorporate fully. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Pour in the milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. If the frosting is too thick, add a small amount of milk. If it is too thin, add more powdered sugar.
Optional: Divide the frosting into separate bowls if you wish to create multiple colors. Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl and stir until the color is evenly distributed.
Use immediately to frost cookies or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Allow the frosting to return to room temperature and give it a quick stir before using if stored.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.0 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.6 g | 283% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 252 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 44 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 482.2 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 472.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 121 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
