Glorious Meringue Powder Sugar Cookie Frosting
This recipe creates a glorious meringue powder sugar cookie frosting that is stable, holds its shape, and is perfect for decorating. It balances sweetness with a smooth texture, making your sugar cookies shine.
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- electric mixer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar), sifted
- 2-4 tablespoons milk or heavy cream, plus more for adjusting
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon meringue powder
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until combined, then increase to medium until smooth.
- Pour in 2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream and vanilla extract, beating on low, then medium-high for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add 1 tablespoon of meringue powder and beat on medium-high speed for 3-5 minutes until the frosting is stable, shiny, and holds its shape.
- Adjust consistency by adding more milk or cream, 1 teaspoon at a time, to reach desired thickness for piping or flooding.
Notes
Ensure your butter is truly at room temperature for the best creaming results. Sifting the powdered sugar is crucial for a smooth frosting free of lumps.