Royal Icing Made with Meringue Powder
Meringue powder, available in most shops that carry cake decorating
supplies, is mostly a combination of powdered egg white and cornstarch.
It's very stable and works well in both royal and buttercream icings.
Ingredients
At a glance
Cookie icings, fillings, fondant
Makes
About 1/2 cup
- 1 tablespoon meringue powder
- 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons warm water
- 1 1/3 cups confectioners' sugar
Steps
Beat all ingredients together, using 1 1/2 tablespoons water, on high
speed for about 5 minutes (10 minutes if using a hand-held mixer), or
until icing is thick and glossy and stands in peaks. If icing is too
thick, add water, a teaspoon at a time.
Use immediately, or cover tightly and hold for up to 2 days. Royal icing will become spongy as it stands; rebeat briefly before using.
Use immediately, or cover tightly and hold for up to 2 days. Royal icing will become spongy as it stands; rebeat briefly before using.
Additional tips
Store: Tightly covered, at room temperature
Freeze: No
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Freeze: No
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