Best 7 Shiny Cookie Icing Recipes

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In the realm of baking, cookies hold a special place, captivating hearts with their irresistible flavors and comforting textures. However, what truly transforms a cookie from ordinary to extraordinary is the icing, the crowning glory that adds a layer of sweetness, visual appeal, and personality. Enter the world of shiny cookie icing, where creativity meets culinary artistry. This article presents a collection of meticulously crafted recipes that will elevate your cookies to new heights of deliciousness and visual splendor. From classic vanilla to decadent chocolate, zesty lemon to nutty praline, each recipe promises a unique flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes are designed to guide you effortlessly through the process of creating stunningly shiny cookie icings that will make your baked treats the stars of any occasion. Get ready to embark on a journey of culinary exploration and transform your cookies into edible masterpieces with our curated selection of shiny cookie icing recipes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GLOSSY SUGAR COOKIE ICING (THAT HARDENS)



Glossy Sugar Cookie Icing (that hardens) image

Glossy Sugar Cookie Icing (that hardens) is an easy icing for holiday sugar cookie decorating!

Provided by Angela

Categories     Christmas Cookies     Icing

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 c confectioners sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp light corn syrup
1 1/2 Tbsp milk or cold water ((more or less, as needed to reach desired consistency))
1/2 tsp almond extract ((or your desired clear extract flavoring))
gel food coloring ((optional, desired colors))

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, sift confectioners sugar and then combine with light corn syrup, milk or water, and clear extract flavoring. Stir until smooth and the icing has reached your desired consistency.
  • For flooding and dipping, use a consistency that sticks well to your spoon and icing 'drops' off slowly.
  • For a light glaze that is somewhat transparent, use a consistency that runs off slowly from your spoon but also leaves a good clear coating on the spoon.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fat 1 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SHINY COOKIE ICING



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Shiny icing my mom loves to put on shaped sugar cookies. We decorate cookies around Halloween and Christmas; it's a great family tradition! Color the frosting with food coloring to your desired shade.

Provided by VeganCourtney

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Cookie Frosting

Time 10m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups confectioners' sugar
4 teaspoons light corn syrup
4 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • Stir confectioners' sugar, corn syrup, and milk together in a bowl until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Sodium 0.4 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

COOKIE ICING/FROSTING THAT HARDENS



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This will harden and it will hardens quite quickly, it's the perfect icing to decorate cookies, if desired you may omit the vanilla, I like to add it in, the amounts may be reduced by half if desired.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar (sifted after measuring)
1 tablespoon low-fat milk (skim or 1% is fine although I have made this successfully using 2% fat milk)
1 tablespoon corn syrup (more if needed to reach desired consistency)
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
food coloring (use colors of choice)

Steps:

  • VERY IMPORTANT; the confectioners sugar must be sifted before using.
  • In a bowl beat the sifted confectioners sugar with milk until smooth.
  • Beat in corn syrup and almond extract until smooth and glossy (if icing is too thick add in a small amount of corn syrup).
  • Divide into as many separate bowls as desired.
  • Add in different food coloring to each bowl beating/whisking until the intensity is achieved.
  • Paint the icing over the cookies using a brush or dip the cookie edges into icing (this will set quite quickly).
  • Place cookies on waxed paper to dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25.1, Sodium 0.3, Carbohydrate 6.4, Sugar 6

SUGAR COOKIE ICING



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This icing dries hard and shiny and the colors stay bright. Choose as many different food colorings as you desire.

Provided by JBS BOX

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Cookie Frosting

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons milk
2 teaspoons light corn syrup
¼ teaspoon almond extract
assorted food coloring

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together confectioners' sugar and milk until smooth. Beat in corn syrup and almond extract until icing is smooth and glossy. If icing is too thick, add more corn syrup.
  • Divide into separate bowls, and add food colorings to each to desired intensity. Dip cookies, or paint them with a brush.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

GLOSSY ROYAL ICING



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I received this recipe from a professional baker. I prefer to use this instead of a regular royal icing recipe with egg whites. It hardens nicely and is glossy rather than matte like regular royal icing. Use almond, orange, or lemon extract, whatever you prefer.

Provided by BEVANGELISTA

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Cookie Frosting

Time 10m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup warm water
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
¼ teaspoon almond extract
3 cups confectioners' sugar, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Stir warm water, corn syrup, and almond extract together in a small bowl until corn syrup and extract have dissolved. Place confectioners' sugar into a separate bowl and add liquid ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until royal icing is smooth. Store in a lidded container for up to a week; stir thoroughly before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Sugar 6 g

SUGAR COOKIE GLAZE



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This glaze will dry to a hard shiny finish. Perfect as a base coat for cookies. Can be colored too; use as much food coloring as needed to create desired hue. Dries quickly.

Provided by Cyndi

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Cookie Frosting

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
2 tablespoons water
10 drops food coloring

Steps:

  • Stir confectioners' sugar, corn syrup, and water together. Stir in food coloring if desired. This glaze must be stirred each time you use it. If it is not stirred before each use it will dry with a mottled look instead of a solid color.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Sodium 0.6 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

GLACE ICING - SHINY, SEMI - HARD ICING FOR COOKIES



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This recipe comes from the book Creative Cookies by Toba Garrett. It is a delicious icing that dries shiny and semi-hard. So you can easily stack your cookies but not break a tooth when you bite them.

Provided by dukeswalker

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 40 iced cookies

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb confectioners' sugar
3/8 cup milk
3/8 cup corn syrup
1 teaspoon extract, your choice

Steps:

  • In mixing bowl, thoroughly mix sugar and milk with a hand mixer. The icing should be very soft and have a heavy cream texture.
  • Add corn syrup and mix until just combined.
  • Divide icing into several bowls and color using concentrated pastes for the best results. Cover each bowl with plastic wrap until ready to use.
  • Note: The icing will last for up to 2 weeks in the fridge. Put plastic wrap directly over the icing and seal the bowl with a tight fitting lid. When ready to use, stir the icing until it has a flow consistency. Can be made with water instead of milk. Without milk it will last for 3 weeks in the fridge. You do not need to refrigerate decorated cookies. I also guesstimated the yield.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the icing will taste. Use real butter, pure vanilla extract, and high-quality cocoa powder.
  • Make sure the butter is at room temperature: This will make it easier to mix with the other ingredients and will help to create a smooth, creamy icing.
  • Mix the icing on low speed: Over-mixing can cause the icing to become grainy.
  • If the icing is too thick, add a little milk or water one tablespoon at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • If the icing is too thin, add more powdered sugar one tablespoon at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • Let the icing cool slightly before using: This will help to prevent it from running off the cookies.
  • Store the icing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Shiny cookie icing is a delicious and easy way to decorate your cookies. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a beautiful and elegant finish that will make your cookies look like they came from a professional bakery. So next time you're baking cookies, don't forget to try shiny cookie icing. You won't be disappointed!

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