Powdered Sugar Icing

This is far and away the best icing recipe I have yet to use. It yields a shiny, flavorful, and perfectly smooth icing that is ideal for delicate layers and precise details.

• 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 4 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
• 3/4 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract
• food color, if desired

1. Combine powdered sugar, water, butter, corn syrup and vanilla in small mixer bowl; mix until powdered sugar is moistened.
2. Beat at medium speed until smooth, adding additional water if necessary, to reach desired glazing consistency.
3. Tint with food color, if desired.