Best 2 Healthier Sugar Cookie Frosting Recipes

Indulge in a guilt-free sweet treat with our collection of healthier sugar cookie frosting recipes. These delectable frostings are crafted with wholesome ingredients, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and flavor without compromising your health goals. From creamy and fluffy to smooth and glossy, our diverse selection of frostings caters to every taste preference. Dive into the richness of our Greek yogurt frosting, where tangy yogurt blends seamlessly with natural sweeteners for a light and refreshing twist. Experience the velvety texture of our almond butter frosting, where nutty almond butter joins forces with maple syrup for a protein-packed indulgence. For a classic with a twist, try our coconut oil frosting, where the delicate flavor of coconut oil harmonizes with pure maple syrup, creating a frosting that's both nostalgic and innovative. And for those who love a hint of tang, our cream cheese frosting combines the tanginess of cream cheese with the sweetness of honey, resulting in a frosting that's both luscious and satisfying.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SUGAR COOKIE FROSTING

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The best homemade Sugar Cookie Frosting. Creamy frosting made in minutes to spread or pipe, that hardens too, so you can stack your cookies. And it tastes amazing!

Provided by Amy

Categories Dessert

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter (, softened)
3 tablespoons vegetable shortening
4 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 to 1/2 cup whole milk ((see note))
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Food gel coloring (, optional)
Sprinkles (, optional)
Plain cooled sugar cookies (, for decorating)

Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine the butter, shortening, powdered sugar, 1/4 cup milk, the vanilla extract and almond extract with an electric hand mixer. Add a bit more milk at a time, if needed, until it's the desired consistency - it should be thick, but spreadable.
If coloring the frosting with different colors, divide into bowls and color as desired at this point.
Spread on top of cookies with a dull knife or transfer to a piping bag.
Top with sprinkles , if desired (they need to be added right away before the frosting sets.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 9 mg, Sugar 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SOFT FROSTED SUGAR COOKIES

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These taste just like Loft House sugar cookies and are just as soft.

Provided by Ashley Bluth

Categories Desserts Cookies Sugar Cookies

Time 1h

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup vegetable shortening
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup milk
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ cup butter
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract, or more to taste
2 tablespoons milk, or as needed

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Beat vegetable shortening, white sugar, 1/4 cup milk, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract together in a bowl. Whisk flour, salt, and baking soda in a separate bowl. Slowly beat flour mixture into shortening mixture to make a smooth dough.
Roll dough out 1/4-inch thick on a floured work surface and cut into shapes. Arrange cookies on baking sheets.
Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are firm, about 10 minutes. Let cool.
Beat butter, confectioners' sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons milk in a bowl with an electric mixer on high speed until frosting is spreadable and slightly fluffy. Frost cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 113.9 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

Tips

Start with softened butter for a creamier frosting.
For a thicker frosting, use less milk.
For a thinner frosting, use more milk.
Add a tablespoon of corn syrup or maple syrup for a glossier frosting.
Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or almond extract for extra flavor.
For a chocolate frosting, add 1/2 cup cocoa powder.
For a peanut butter frosting, add 1/2 cup peanut butter.
For a cream cheese frosting, use 8 ounces of softened cream cheese instead of butter.
For a vegan frosting, use vegan butter and milk.

Conclusion

This healthier sugar cookie frosting is a great way to enjoy your favorite cookies without all the guilt. It's made with simple, wholesome ingredients and is so easy to make. Whether you're looking for a classic vanilla frosting or something a little more decadent, this recipe has you covered. So next time you're making sugar cookies, be sure to try this healthier frosting recipe.