Description
This smooth and creamy vanilla icing is a versatile and delicious topping perfect for cakes, cookies, cinnamon rolls, and more. Made with just five simple ingredients, it’s quick to whip up and full of comforting flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2–3 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Make sure your butter is at room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Add milk one tablespoon at a time, mixing until you reach your desired consistency.
- Beat the mixture until smooth and fluffy with no lumps.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or flavor as needed.
- Use immediately or store for later use.
Notes
- For thicker icing, use less milk. For glaze-like consistency, add more milk.
- Sifting powdered sugar ensures a smoother texture.
- Use clear vanilla extract if you want a whiter icing.
- This icing stores well in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: vanilla icing, vanilla frosting, easy icing, cake topping, homemade icing