Description
Create stunning and delicious sugar cookies with this easy-to-make icing that hardens perfectly. Ideal for festive occasions like Christmas, birthdays, or any celebration, this simple recipe allows you to unleash your creativity by decorating cookies that are not only beautiful but also maintain their design. With just a few pantry staples, you’ll whip up a smooth and vibrant cookie glaze that sets firmly, ensuring your treats look impressive and taste delightful. Whether you’re hosting a party or gifting homemade goodies, this versatile icing is sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1.5 tbsp corn syrup
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 1.5 tbsp milk or water (cold)
- Gel food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Sift the powdered sugar into a mixing bowl.
- Add corn syrup, vanilla extract, and cold milk or water.
- Stir vigorously until smooth; adjust consistency by adding more milk if needed.
- Divide the icing into small bowls and mix in gel food coloring as desired.
- Decorate your cookies and allow them to set at room temperature before storing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg