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Frosting - Sugar Cookie

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Category: Fillings, Frostings & Icings
    Prep Time:       Cook Time:       Total Time:   1/2 hr

½ cup shortening
4 cups confectioners' sugar
5 Tbsp milk, or more as needed
1 tsp vanilla extract, or more to taste
food coloring (Optional)


1. Beat shortening in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually mix in confectioners' sugar in small amounts, alternating with 5 tablespoons milk, until smooth. Mix in vanilla and continue to beat until frosting is stiff and glossy, about 5 minutes, adding more milk if needed.
2. Mix in food coloring, separating into smaller bowls if using multiple colors.
3. Spread frosting on cookies or fill piping bags and decorate cookies as desired.

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