• Using a hand mixer beat the butter and half of the powdered sugar until it is well combined. If you are using an electric mixer start it out low increasing it to medium-high. Slowly add the remaining powdered sugar. Continue beating and add the extracts, pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of milk. If desired, this is the point where you will add food coloring.
• Turn the mixer to medium-high and beat well. If you are not using an electric mixer, just stir until all lumps are out and ingredients are well combined. Depending on how thick you or thin you want the texture to be you will add the powder to thicken the frosting, You will add milk to thin the frosting.

Frosting the Cookie

• Using a piping bag, or a bottle add the melted frosting to the bag or bottle. Once the cookies are cool start spreading the icing over the cookie. View the pictures below to see how to do so. Immediately, top with sprinkles if desired. Because it is wet and it will stick. For the melted frosting directions see this.