This classic easy royal icing made with meringue powder is a game-changer! It’s quick to whip up, sets rapidly, and has a delightful taste and texture that won't leave you chipping your teeth. Perfect for decorating sugar cookies with ease and joy.
Serving: 3 Cups
Prep Time: 5 minutes
cooking Level: Beginner
Cook Time: Not Required
Ingredients
4 cups sifted confectioners sugar
3 tablespoons meringue powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
7-8 tablespoons room temperature water
For decorating (optional): gel food coloring
Kitchen Equipment
Mixing bowls
Measuring Cups
Measuring Spoons
Hand mixer or stand mixer
Piping bags: For decorating with royal icing.
Couplers and decorating tips: To control the icing flow and create different designs.
Gel food coloring: To add color to the royal icing.
Optional: Edible decorations like sprinkles, edible glitter, or edible pearls for additional decoration.
Having these kitchen essentials ready will make your cookie decorating process smoother and more enjoyable!
Directions:
In a large bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar, meringue powder, and 9 tablespoons of water. Beat on high speed for 1.5-2 minutes until smooth.
Adjust consistency by adding more water if needed.
Apply the icing to cookies and let dry for about 2 hours at room temperature.
For quick setting, refrigerate cookies.
Enjoy the creative process with this quick and easy royal icing recipe – your cookie decorating dreams come true in minutes!
Mastering Royal Icing: The Perfect Consistency Trick!
After mixing the icing ingredients, lift the whisk and watch the drips. If they melt back into the bowl within 5-10 seconds, you're set!
Too thick? Add water. Too thin? Keep beating or sprinkle in more sugar. Easy peasy royal icing magic
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