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Delicious sugar cookie frosting spread on decorated cookies with colorful sprinkles on a white plate.

Sugar Cookie Frosting

This sugar cookie frosting is creamy, smooth, and perfect for decorating cookies. With customizable flavor and color options, it's an easy sugar cookie frosting recipe that elevates any sweet treat effortlessly.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 cups

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup butter softened
  • 4 1/2 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 1/4 cup milk plus more as needed
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • Gel food coloring optional
  • Sprinkles for decorating optional

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract with a hand mixer on low speed until incorporated.
  • Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat until the frosting is creamy and smooth. Add more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, if you prefer a thinner consistency.
  • If using, add gel food coloring one drop at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to achieve your desired color.
  • Spread the frosting on fully cooled sugar cookies using a knife, or transfer it to a piping bag for more detailed designs.
  • Top your decorated cookies with sprinkles or other toppings, if desired, and enjoy!