Cookie Icing that Hardens
This Sugar Cookie Icing that Hardens is great for decorating cutout Christmas cookies. The recipe results in a smooth, firm and glossy icing that dries quickly. It requires just 3 Ingredients, and is so easy to make.
Servings: 1.5 cups
Ingredients
- 3 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 tsp Light Corn Syrup
- 5 tbsp warm Water
- Food Coloring
Instructions
- Sift powdered sugar into a medium to large mixing bowl.
- Add water, corn syrup and vanilla to bowl.
- Stir with spatula until icing is smooth and uniform.
- Divide mixture into smaller bowls and add coloring to attain desired shade.
Notes
- Omit the vanilla extract or use a clear vanilla if you would like a white icing.
- Smooth any icing sugar lumps by smooshing with a spatula against the side of the bowl.
- If your icing seems too thick, add small amounts of water to get to the right consistency.
- Is your icing too thin? Add a bit more powdered sugar.
- Use a decorating squeeze bottle for easier decorating.
- If you add too much icing in one spot, use a toothpick to move the excess around.
- If using natural food coloring like I did, you will need quite a bit of coloring to achieve “bright” colors.
- Allow your icing to harden for at least a few hours before checking them. Do not stack, store or freeze them until completely hardened. It can take the icing up to 24 hours depending on your environment
Nutrition
Calories: 975kcal | Carbohydrates: 250g | Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 7mg | Sugar: 245g | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.1mg