Combine white sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, simmering until dissolved and a sugar syrup is created, about 5 minutes. Show
Stir together confectioner's sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth. Beat in almond extract and 2 teaspoons of sugar syrup until icing is smooth and glossy. If icing is too thick, add more sugar syrup. Optional: Divide icing into separate bowls and add food colorings to each to desired intensity. Dip cookies or paint them with a brush. Editor's Note:This recipe is a healthier version of Sugar Cookie Icing. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving)71Calories18gCarbsShow Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition FactsServings Per Recipe 12Calories 71% Daily Value *Sodium 0mg0%Total Carbohydrate 18g7%Total Sugars 18gCalcium 0mg0%Potassium 0mg0% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. Looking for a quick and easy sugar cookie icing (without meringue powder, corn syrup, or egg whites) for cookie decorating? Here you go! Video and printable recipe below. easy sugar cookie icingYou know I love my decades-old, perfect royal icing recipe, yes? But sometimes I just need to whip up a small batch of easy sugar cookie icing without all the meringue whipping and flying sugar. This icing recipe is great for cookie decorating with kids, as they can help make the icing.
what is the best icing for cookie decorating?Royal icingRoyal icing is the traditional choice for cookie decorating. Made with egg whites or meringue powder and confectioner’s sugar, the icing dries hard if left overnight so cookies can be handled, packaged, and even shipped.
Sugar cookie icingSugar cookie icing forgoes the egg whites and is an icing without meringue powder and instead combines a little bit of milk with confectioner’s sugar. It’s quick and easy to whip up to the same consistency as royal icing. The icing will dry if left overnight (enough that you CAN wrap the cookies in baggies), however it won’t dry and harden quite as well as royal icing. It’s a sugar cookie icing without corn syrup, although some do add it. Bakery-style frosting or buttercream frostingBakery-style frosting and buttercream frosting are made with butter and/or shortening, confectioner’s sugar, and a bit of milk, and are usually best for cupcakes and cakes. However, you can certainly use delicious frosting for cookie decorating. Cookies with frosting won’t fully harden, so frosting is not best if you need to package the cookies.
can I make vegan icing?Yes! You may substitute soy, plant-based, or nut butter to make vegan cookie icing. However, some companies filter sugar through bone char to de-colorize the sugar, so you may need to find a confectioner’s sugar that is certified vegan.
do you need to refrigerate icing with milk?Royal icing made with meringue powder is so user-friendly because it can be kept at room temperature for a week or two. The small amount of milk in sugar cookie icing is stabilized by the large amount of sugar, so it’s safe to keep sugar cookie icing at room temperature for 2 to 3 days. To keep the icing up to a week, refrigerate.
cookie recipes for cookie decoratingYou can use any of these cut-out sugar cookie recipes:
how to make sugar cookie icing without meringue powderingredients you’ll need
what to doPlace all of the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. You may mix with a standing mixer, electric hand mixer, or a whisk. To thicken, add additional confectioner’s sugar. (If the mixture is very thin, you may need to add up to a cup more). To thin, add additional milk, a teaspoon at a time. You do not want the icing so thin it runs off of the cookie and you do not want the icing so thick it’s hard to pipe. For perfect consistency, overturn a spoonful. The lines of icing should disappear in 20 seconds. Recipe makes 1 cup of icing.
variationTry adding a teaspoon of almond extract for a unique, delicious flavor.
Yield: 1 cupsugar cookie icing Delicious, easy sugar cookie icing without corn syrup or meringue powder for cookie decorating Prep Time 10 minutes Total Time 10 minutes Ingredients
InstructionsPlace all of the ingredient in a bowl and mix well. You may mix with a standing mixer, electric hand mixer, or a whisk. You do not want the icing so thin it runs off of the cookie and you do not want the icing so thick it's hard to pipe. For perfect consistency, overturn a spoonful. The lines of icing should disappear in 20 seconds. NotesYou can double this sugar cookie icing recipe, however, only double the confectioner's sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. DO NOT start with 8 tablespoons of milk. Start with 4 tablespoons of milk and add more as needed. May keep at room temperature 2 to 3 day and a week in the refrigerator. Nutrition Information:Yield:10Serving Size:1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 90Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 17mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 0gSugar: 22gProtein: 0g Did you make this recipe?Please leave a comment on the blog or share a photo on Facebook © meaghanmountford Cuisine: dessert / Category: cookie decorating video how-tos
how much sugar cookie icing do I need?This recipe makes one cup of icing. Each batch will make about three bags of icing for decorating, so you may need to make more than one batch.
can I double the icing recipe?Yes, you can double this sugar cookie icing recipe, however, only double the confectioner’s sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. DO NOT start with 8 tablespoons of milk. Start with 4 tablespoons of milk and add more as needed. What can I use instead of corn syrup in icing?Corn syrup is a common ingredient used to make everything from candies and caramel to frosting, baked goods, jams, and jellies. But although it's a staple in many sweets, it's an item that many people may not have on hand.. Maple syrup. ... . Honey. ... . Stevia. ... . Golden syrup. ... . Molasses.. Is corn syrup necessary for icing?Corn syrup also makes the icing more glossy and luscious. You can leave the corn syrup out if you don't have it on hand. You can increase the sugar by up to a cup if you want a sweeter flavor or if you are looking for a “crusting” buttercream.
Do you have to use corn syrup in royal icing?Traditional royal icing doesn't use corn syrup, but rather uses meringue powder to help it harden. Because of this, royal icing is best when you want your cookies to be able to be stacked or when you need to pipe intricate details that you want to hold their shape.
What is the purpose of corn syrup in royal icing?A small amount of corn syrup keeps the icing smooth and allows the surface to dry shiny. Use light corn syrup if you want a more pure white final product or dark corn syrup if you're okay with an ivory hue.
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