Royal Icing Recipe
A classic royal icing recipe, perfect for decorating cookies and cakes. It dries hard and smooth, making it ideal for intricate designs.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons meringue powder
- 0.375 cup warm water plus more as needed
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and meringue powder.
- Add the warm water and vanilla extract (if using).
- Using an electric mixer on low speed, beat the ingredients until combined and no dry lumps remain.
- Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat for 5-7 minutes, until the icing is glossy and forms stiff peaks. If the icing is too thick, add more warm water a teaspoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. If it's too thin, add more powdered sugar a tablespoon at a time.
- Transfer the icing to a piping bag or container and use immediately, or cover tightly with plastic wrap to prevent drying.
Notes
For different consistencies: For outlining, use a thinner icing (add more water). For flooding, use a slightly thicker icing. For intricate details, use a very stiff icing.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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