Description
This thick, spiced frosting brings cozy holiday flavor to cookies, cakes, or even gingerbread houses. Sweet and creamy with warming spices, it’s the perfect match for gingersnaps, snickerdoodles, or anything needing a festive finish. This doubled version gives you more to swirl, spread, or pipe—and a few creative twists take it to the next level.
Ingredients
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
2 tablespoons milk (nonfat or any milk of choice)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground ginger
Optional Flavor Twists:
1 teaspoon vanilla or maple extract
1 tablespoon softened butter (for creamier texture)
1–2 teaspoons molasses (for deeper flavor)
Pinch of nutmeg or cardamom
Dash of lemon or orange zest for brightness
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together confectioners’ sugar, milk, and spices until smooth.
Add any optional twists to taste—like molasses for richness or butter for creaminess.
Adjust consistency with more milk (for drizzling) or sugar (for piping).
Frost cooled cookies and allow to set.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 45–60
- Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g