Sugar Cookie Frosting

Spreading frosting on a pink Sugar Cookie.

5 from 1 vote

This Sugar Cookie Frosting is light, airy and complements the subtle sweetness of sugar cookies without overpowering their flavor. Perfect way to indulge your sweet tooth for any occasion.

Prep Time10

Cook Time0

Total Time10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Frosting

Servings:

Calories: 127kcal

Author: Heidi Rasmussen

Equipment

Electric Mixer

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup shortening (Crisco)
2 ½ cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
pinch salt (optional if using with unsalted butter)
pink food coloring optional

Instructions

Using an electric mixer, cream the butter, shortening and sugar together.
Add the heavy cream, vanilla and salt. Blend on high speed for 3 minutes. The frosting should be light and airy.
Note: For a more sturdy frosting, add more powdered sugar a little at a time until the frosting thickens. This will make it more dense and easier to pack and transport if needed.
Add gel coloring (optional) and mix completely.
Spread onto cookies that have been cooled to room temp.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

This makes about 3 cups of frosting.
Frosts about 24-36 standard cookies.
Can be kept in the fridge for up to five days.
For a more sturdy frosting, add more powdered sugar, to taste, until you reach the consistency you are looking for.

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