Frosting for decorating Christmas cookies

Sift the powdered sugar into a bowl. This step is very important to avoid lumps in the icing, something I learned after my first failed experience in the kitchen.

Add the milk a little at a time, stirring constantly. The key here for a perfect glaze is to add the milk gradually and not all at once. This way, you can control the consistency of the glaze. If you prefer it thicker, add less milk. If you prefer it more liquid, you can add a little more milk.

Stir in the vanilla extract and mix well. I remember once I forgot to add the vanilla extract and the difference in flavor was noticeable. The extract adds that special touch that makes the frosting even more delicious.

When everything is well mixed, your icing is ready to use. Remember that this frosting dries quickly, so I recommend using it immediately. Otherwise, cover it with a damp cloth until you are ready to use it.

Recommendations:

If you want to add a little color to your icing, you can add a few drops of food coloring. Personally, I love to use the colors red and green to decorate my Christmas cookies.

To apply the icing on your cookies, you can use a piping bag or simply a teaspoon.

And last but not least, have fun decorating your cookies. Over the years, I've found that the best part of making Christmas cookies is in the decorating. So show your creativity and make your cookie a work of art.