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Sugar Cookie Frosting

SUBMITTED BY: Kathy Brandt  PHOTO BY: Christine 

"Add food coloring to decorate your favorite sugar cookies."
Sugar Cookie Frosting Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 720 times with an average star rating of 4.6
Read Reviews (584)
PREP TIME  15 Min
READY IN  15 Min
Original recipe yield 3 cups

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 4 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 5 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • food coloring

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the confectioners' sugar and shortening until smooth. Gradually mix in the milk and vanilla with an electric mixer until smooth and stiff, about 5 minutes. Color with food coloring if desired.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 12, 2004 by Chloe 
This is definitely up there in terms of frosting for cookies-- frankly, its the only stuff I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 23, 2003 by Caliope 
Sugar cookie icing is really a matter of personal taste, so I can understand this not agreeing... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 15, 2005 by nenebucket 
Delicious!! I used this icing on the Easy Sugar Cookies and it was a huge hit with everyone. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 19, 2003 by PAMMOM3 
This was a good cookie frosting, but not exactly what I was looking for. My husband said it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 12, 2004 by DREGINEK 
Halved the recipe and used butter instead of shortening. Great and easy. My daughter had a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 20, 2006 by THARRETT 
GREAT frosting for sugar cookies or christmas cookies. Sets well so you can put the cookies in... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 4, 2006 by PUNKGIRL 
This was a great frosting. Just the right consistency, easy to spread, slightly shiny. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 18, 2003 by SHANNONSPIVEY 
I liked this recipe because I often use royal icing. The cream of tartar gives it that twinge... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 18, 2003 by TORI PARKER 
I have been searching for the "perfect" frosting recipe - the search is over - this is IT!... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 31, 2006 by Schadler 
This frosting was fantastic! Finally I have found a cookie frosting that is thicker, and... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Sugar Cookie Frosting

Servings Per Recipe: 48

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 59

  • Total Fat: 2.2g
  • Cholesterol: < 1mg
  • Sodium: < 1mg
  • Total Carbs: 10g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0.1g

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