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Close-up of a star-shaped sugar cookie topped with thick, pink Simple Sugar Cookie Frosting.

Simple Sugar Cookie Frosting

This frosting is simple to make and spreads smoothly, perfect for decorating sugar cookies. It brings back memories of cookie decorating afternoons where simplicity was more important than perfection.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Dessert Topping
Cuisine American
Servings 1 batch

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 100 g softened butter
  • 220 g powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 to 2 milk tablespoons
  • As needed Food coloring optional

Instructions
 

  • Beat the softened butter until it is smooth.
  • Add the powdered sugar gradually while mixing.
  • Mix in the vanilla extract and milk until the mixture becomes creamy.
  • Adjust the thickness by adding more milk or powdered sugar as needed for your desired consistency.
  • Spread or pipe the frosting onto cooled cookies.

Notes

This frosting is easy to work with for beginners decorating cookies. If you want different colors, divide the frosting and mix in food coloring to the separate portions.
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