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Easy Sugar Cookie Glaze

Easy Sugar Cookie Glaze

This easy sugar cookie glaze creates a smooth and glossy finish, perfect for decorating cookies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 90 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • piping bags
  • squeeze bottles
  • spoon
  • parchment paper

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup Use for glossy finish
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • gel food coloring optional

Instructions
 

  • Ensure cookies are completely cooled and prepare your workspace with parchment paper.
  • Sift powdered sugar into a mixing bowl to remove lumps.
  • Add milk, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to the sugar.
  • Whisk until smooth and lump-free.
  • Adjust consistency by adding more milk for thinning or powdered sugar for thickening.
  • Divide glaze into separate bowls if using multiple colors.
  • Add gel food coloring gradually and mix well.
  • Test glaze on one cookie to check consistency and drying.
  • Apply glaze using piping bags, squeeze bottles, or a spoon.
  • Let cookies sit at room temperature until fully set before serving or storing.

Notes

Use corn syrup for a glossy, professional-looking finish. Adjust consistency slowly to maintain control over texture. Allow full drying time before stacking to avoid smudging.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 22gSodium: 8mgSugar: 20g
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