Ingredients Original recipe yields 12 servings Ingredient Checklist 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 2 teaspoons milk 2 teaspoons light corn syrup ΒΌ teaspoon almond extract Directions Instructions Checklist Step 1 In a small bowl, stir together confectioners’ sugar and milk until smooth. Beat in corn syrup and almond extract until icing is smooth and glossy. If icing is too thick, add more corn syrup. Step 2 Divide into separate bowls, and add food colorings to each to desired intensity. Dip cookies, or paint them with a brush.