Make your delectable cookies guilt-free with this sugar-free icing to go on top!
When I started thinking about how to make sugar free icing for cookies, I thought it was pretty impossible. Honey doesn’t solidify like that, and with stevia you can’t make a crunchy icing for sure.
I had some cookies that I purposely kept very low in sweetness because I wanted to decorate them with a colorful icing… And since sugar was out of question, I had to come up with a perfect replacement… 
After carefully inspecting my sugar free pantry, erythritol seemed to be the key!!
Erythritol is a sugar alcohol that despite having no calories retains 70% of the sweetness of sugar and it has the same exact consistency! It crystallize beautifully and it allows you to create a crunchy icing to add flavor to your cookies!
The quantities you’ll find in this sugar free icing recipe are purposely small because they are meant for dividing the glaze into three different flavors… and I only had 11 cookies to glaze!
If you need to make more take a look at the video and you’ll see how easy it is to adjust the quantities according to the number of cookies you need your sugar free icing for.
I am personally in love with this quick and recipe that allows me to ice with no sugar and to add a lot of character and flavor to my cookies.
As you can see from my Grain Free Chocolate Coffee Cookies it gives your treats a fabulous touch!!
Now I can’t wait to hear from you! Do you want to share your secrets on how to make a sugar-free icing for cookies?
I would love to know!!
And don’t forget to check back next week to get the recipe for the delicious grain free cookies you see in the video!!
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Enough for 11 cookies 1x
Description
This sugar-free icing uses erythritol to create a crunchy, sweet glaze perfect for decorating cookies without the guilt.
Ingredients
- For the Orange Sugar Free Icing:
- 1/4 tsp Coconut Oil
- 1 1/2 tbsp Erythritol
- ¼ tsp Turmeric
- 1 tsp grated Orange Zest
- 1 tsp Orange Juice
- For the Coffee Sugar Free Icing:
- 1/4 tsp Coconut Oil
- 1 ½ tbsp Erythritol
- 1 tsp Dandelion Coffee
- 1/8 tsp Coffee powder
- 1 tsp Water
- For the Matcha Sugar Free Icing:
- 1/4 tsp Coconut Oil
- 1 ½ tbsp Erythritol
- ¼ tsp Matcha Green Tea
- 1 tsp Coconut Milk or Water
Instructions
- Heat up 1/4 tsp of coconut oil in a non-stick pan over low heat.
- Add 1 1/2 tbsp of erythritol to the pan and let it cook for 30 seconds, stirring continuously.
- For Orange Icing: Stir in 1/4 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp grated orange zest, and 1 tsp orange juice. Mix well until combined.
- For Coffee Icing: Stir in 1/4 tsp instant coffee and 1 tsp water. Mix well until combined.
- For Vanilla Icing: Stir in 1/4 tsp vanilla extract and 1 tsp almond milk. Mix well until combined.
- Once the erythritol has dissolved and the mixture is smooth, remove from heat and let it cool slightly before using to glaze cookies.
Notes
Erythritol is key for achieving a crunchy texture similar to sugar. Adjust the quantities based on the number of cookies you need to glaze. This icing can be divided into different flavors by adding various extracts or spices.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 0
- Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different sugar substitute instead of erythritol for the icing?
While erythritol is ideal for achieving a crunchy texture, you could experiment with other sugar alcohols, but results may vary in consistency and sweetness.
How do I adjust the quantities of the icing if I have more than 11 cookies?
You can easily scale up the quantities shown in the recipe based on the number of cookies you have; just refer to the video for guidance on adjusting the measurements.
What flavors can I add to the sugar-free icing for variety?
You can divide the glaze into portions and add flavor extracts, such as vanilla or almond, to create different tastes for your icing.
