Serves 1
Directions
- 1Start by adding meringue powder to a bowl.
- 2Add warm water to the meringue powder.
- 3Whisk the meringue powder and water together until it reaches a frothy, foamy consistency.
- 4Turn on the mixer.
- 5Add two pounds (one bag) of powdered sugar to the mixture.
- 6Add two teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
- 7Add one teaspoon of almond extract.
- 8Add two tablespoons of light corn syrup.
- 9Mix the icing on a medium-high setting, or a 4 if using a Kitchenaid mixer.
- 10Add white gel food coloring to the icing.
- 11Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all powdered sugar is incorporated.
- 12Continue mixing the icing for about three minutes to achieve a stiff peak that holds its shape and structure.
- 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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