Best 2 Healthier Sugar Cookie Frosting Recipes

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Are you looking for a healthier alternative to traditional sugar cookie frosting without compromising on taste and satisfaction? Whether you're aiming for a healthier lifestyle, catering to special dietary needs, or simply seeking a lighter and more balanced frosting option, there are numerous ways to create a healthier sugar cookie frosting that doesn't skimp on flavor. From using natural sweeteners to incorporating healthier fats and reducing sugar content, this article will guide you through the exciting world of healthier sugar cookie frosting possibilities, offering a range of recipes that cater to your preferences and dietary goals.

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

HEALTHIER 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 MakeItHealthy

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Cookie Frosting

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons low-fat milk
¼ teaspoon almond extract
1 dash assorted natural food coloring

Steps:

  • Combine white sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, simmering until dissolved and a sugar syrup is created, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir together confectioner's sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth. Beat in almond extract and 2 teaspoons of sugar syrup until icing is smooth and glossy. If icing is too thick, add more sugar syrup.
  • Optional: Divide icing into separate bowls and add food colorings to each to desired intensity. Dip cookies or paint them with a brush.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Sodium 0.1 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

HEALTHIER EASY SUGAR COOKIES



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I love this recipe. I could eat at least ten in one sitting which is why I exchanged some butter with non-fat plain yogurt. They still taste great and I feel a lot better about eating so many.

Provided by MakeItHealthy

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Time 25m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup nonfat plain yogurt
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Stir flour, baking soda, and baking powder in a small bowl.
  • Beat butter, yogurt, and sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Add egg allowing it to blend into butter mixture. Beat in vanilla extract. Mix in flour mixture until just incorporated. Roll dough into walnut-sized balls and place 2-inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake in preheated oven until golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Let stand on baking sheet two minutes before removing to cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 47.2 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

Tips:

  • For a thicker frosting, use less almond or coconut milk and more powdered sweetener.
  • If you want a sweeter frosting, add more powdered sweetener to taste.
  • To make a chocolate frosting, add 1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder to the frosting mixture.
  • For a peanut butter frosting, add 1/4 cup of peanut butter to the frosting mixture.
  • Store the frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Conclusion:

This healthier sugar cookie frosting is a delicious and easy way to decorate your favorite cookies. It is made with simple ingredients that are good for you, and it is free of refined sugar, butter, and eggs. This frosting is also versatile, so you can easily customize it to your liking. Whether you are looking for a classic vanilla frosting or a more unique flavor, this recipe has you covered. So next time you are baking sugar cookies, be sure to give this healthier frosting a try.

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