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Delicious sugar cookie icing drizzled over freshly baked cookies

Sugar Cookie Icing

This easy sugar cookie icing recipe adds a smooth, sweet finish to homemade cookies with just a few simple ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Condiment, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Icing Ingredients

  • 2 cups powdered sugar Make sure it's free of lumps.
  • 2 tablespoons milk Add more if needed for desired consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Can be replaced with other flavor extracts.
  • to taste food coloring (optional) Use for customizing colors.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
  • Stir until smooth and creamy.
  • If desired, divide the icing into separate bowls and add food coloring to each.
  • Use to decorate sugar cookies as desired.

Notes

Store leftover icing in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Stir well before using and allow it to soften slightly for best texture. Freezing is not recommended.
Keyword Cookie Decoration, decorating icing, easy icing, homemade icing, sugar cookie icing