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Powdered Sugar Icing

Easy, 3-ingredient icing recipe that can be used for cookies, cakes, tea cakes or cupcakes. Use as a powdered sugar glaze.
4.84 from 6 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 3-ingredient icing, powdered sugar glaze recipe, powdered sugar icing recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 479kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract and milk until smooth.
  • Use immediately before the icing starts to stiffen. To then, whisk vigorously.
  • If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.

Notes

If icing hardens, whisk well, heat for 10-15 seconds in the microwave or add a small dab of milk to loosen. 
For vegan and dairy-free alternatives, use oat milk, almond milk, coconut milk, or soy milk.

Nutrition

Calories: 479kcal | Carbohydrates: 121g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 26mg | Sugar: 118g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg