Creamy Cookie Icing

Prep: 10 min

Creamy cookie icing offers a smooth, sweet topping perfect for decorating cookies and confections, suitable for bakers and cake decorators looking for vibrant, customizable finishes.

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Ingredients

  • 1 egg white
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 to 2 cups sifted powdered sugar
  • food coloring

Instructions

  1. In a small mixer bowl, beat egg white, lemon juice, and powdered sugar until smooth and well combined.
  2. Adjust the amount of powdered sugar to achieve the desired consistency.
  3. Stir in food coloring, if desired, to add vibrant hues.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

206 kcal 10% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.8g 4% DV
Total Fat 1.6g 2% DV
Carbs 47g 17% DV
Fiber 0g
Sugar 24.8g 50% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 78mg 3% DV
Potassium 163.5mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Calcium 59.3mg 5% DV
Iron 0.5mg 3% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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