Royal Icing

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Start by adding meringue powder to a bowl.
  2. 2Add warm water to the meringue powder.
  3. 3Whisk the meringue powder and water together until it reaches a frothy, foamy consistency.
  4. 4Turn on the mixer.
  5. 5Add two pounds (one bag) of powdered sugar to the mixture.
  6. 6Add two teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
  7. 7Add one teaspoon of almond extract.
  8. 8Add two tablespoons of light corn syrup.
  9. 9Mix the icing on a medium-high setting, or a 4 if using a Kitchenaid mixer.
  10. 10Add white gel food coloring to the icing.
  11. 11Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all powdered sugar is incorporated.
  12. 12Continue mixing the icing for about three minutes to achieve a stiff peak that holds its shape and structure.
  13. 13Cover the icing with a wet paper towel when not in use to keep it moist.

Ingredients

  • 0.33 cup meringue powder
  • 0.5 cup warm water
  • 2 pounds powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • white gel food coloring

Equipment

whiskmixerbowlwet paper towel

Tips

  • Using light corn syrup gives the royal icing a softer bite, preventing it from being too hard.
  • Always use gel food coloring, not liquid, especially white gel food coloring, as it helps prevent color bleed when decorating cookies.
  • Do not overmix the icing, as this will cause air bubbles. Mix for about three minutes.
  • When not using the icing, cover it with a wet paper towel to keep it moist.

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