1tablespoonmilk + additional drops to reach the consistency you want
1tablespoonheavy cream
2cups(227g)powdered sugar
½teaspoonvanilla extract - optional
Instructions
Combine 4 tablespoons browned butter, 1 tablespoon milk + additional drops to reach the consistency you want, and 1 tablespoon heavy cream. Stir.
Add 2 cups powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract all at once and stir vigorously with a spatula until smooth. If you want a glaze, add milk a few drops at a time, and continue to stir until pourable.
Notes
If you prefer less richness, make this frosting with only two tablespoons of butter for a lighter taste and color. Then, add a little more milk to make up for the loss of liquid. Excellent for cookies that are already rich on their own.If you don't like the dark specks in your icing, let browned butter sit for a while, and most of the darker particles will settle to the bottom of the bowl. I love them in the same way I adore vanilla bean specks.Don't need icing? Brown butter is fantastic poured over roasted veggies, i.e., asparagus, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, etc.