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28 Secrets to The Best Sugar Cookie Frosting Ever Made

A smooth and creamy frosting perfect for sugar cookies, easy to spread and holds its shape well.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cream the butter in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
  3. Pour in milk and vanilla extract, then beat until fluffy.
  4. Add food coloring if desired and mix thoroughly.
  5. Spread or pipe onto cooled sugar cookies.

Notes

  • For stiffer frosting, add more powdered sugar.
  • Store unused frosting in an airtight container.
  • Let cookies set before stacking.

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