Sugar Cookie Icing Also for Cakes
Transform your baked creations into edible masterpieces with this versatile Sugar Cookie Icing recipe, which doubles as a delightful cake glaze! Featuring a simple blend of powdered sugar, milk, light corn syrup, and vanilla extract, this icing delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and sheen while drying firm for intricate designs. Its smooth, pourable consistency is easy to customize with food coloring, making it ideal for both holiday cookie decorating sessions and elegant cake finishes. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this icing is a must-have for bakers seeking an effortless yet eye-catching way to elevate their desserts. Whether you're piping intricate patterns or glazing cakes, this all-purpose icing will add that professional touch to your homemade treats!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- as needed Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, sift the powdered sugar to remove any lumps for a smooth icing texture.
Gradually stir in the milk, starting with 1 tablespoon, then adding the second tablespoon slowly. Mix until the consistency is slightly thick but still pourable.
Add the light corn syrup and vanilla extract to the mixture. Stir well to combine. The corn syrup will give the icing a glossy finish and help it dry firm.
If the icing is too thick, add a few drops of milk at a time until it reaches the desired consistency. If too thin, add more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time.
To use for decorating sugar cookies, divide the icing into separate bowls if you plan to use multiple colors. Add a drop or two of food coloring to each bowl and stir thoroughly until the color is evenly mixed.
Use a spoon or piping bag to apply the icing to sugar cookies or cakes. For detailed designs, transfer the icing to a piping bag fitted with a small round tip.
Allow the icing to set for at least 2-3 hours at room temperature, or until it dries firm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 269.6 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 264.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 60 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.
