Sugar Cookie Frosting
Elevate your sugar cookies to bakery-level perfection with this quick and easy Sugar Cookie Frosting recipe! Made with just a handful of pantry staples like creamy unsalted butter, fluffy powdered sugar, and a splash of vanilla extract, this frosting whips up into a cloud-like, velvety texture in just 10 minutes. Customize the sweetness and consistency with a hint of milk, and add vibrant food coloring for a playful pop of color. Perfectly spreadable and irresistibly creamy, this frosting is ideal for holiday cookie decorating, special occasions, or simply indulging your sweet tooth. Plus, you can prepare it ahead of time and store it for up to 5 days, making it a versatile go-to for all your baking needs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) Unsalted butter
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (or as needed) Milk
- (optional) Food coloring
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened unsalted butter until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed to avoid creating a powdered sugar cloud. Scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
Once all the powdered sugar has been incorporated, add the vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of milk. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat until the frosting is light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
If the frosting is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of milk, a little at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar, one tablespoon at a time.
If desired, divide the frosting into separate bowls and mix in food coloring to create different colors for decorating.
Use immediately to frost sugar cookies, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow refrigerated frosting to come to room temperature before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
831 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.6 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.4 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 167 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 70 mg | 1% | |
*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.
