Royal Icing with Meringue Powder

Royal Icing with Meringue Powder is a classic icing recipe that is perfect for decorating cookies, cakes, and other desserts. It is easy to make and provides a smooth and elegant finish to any dessert. This recipe makes enough icing to cover about 12 medium-sized cookies.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 80
• Total Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 10mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 20g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Total Sugars: 20g
• Protein: 0g

Ingredients:

• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 3 tbsp meringue powder
• 1/2 cup water (plus more, as needed)
• Gel food coloring (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, sift together powdered sugar and meringue powder.
2. Add 1/2 cup of water and beat with a mixer on low speed until combined.
3. Increase speed to medium-high and continue mixing for 5-7 minutes, or until icing forms stiff peaks.
4. If the icing is too thick, add water, a teaspoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
5. Add gel food coloring, if desired, and mix until fully combined.
6. Use immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Additional Notes:

• To make the icing thinner, add more water, a teaspoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
• To make the icing thicker, add additional powdered sugar, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
• This recipe can easily be doubled or halved, depending on your needs.

Cooking Time:

10 minutes

Preparation Time:

5 minutes

Servings:

12 medium-sized cookies

Category:

Dessert

Cuisine:

North American