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Royal Icing

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes 2Ā 1/2 cups

Ingredients

1 pound confectionersā€™ sugar, sifted
5 tablespoons meringue powder
Scant 1/2 cup water

Preparation

  1. Combine all ingredients in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on low speed until smooth, about 7 minutes. If icing is too thick, add more water; if too thin, beat icing 2 to 3 minutes more or add more confectionersā€™ sugar a tablespoon at a time. Use icing immediately, or store in an airtight container up to 2 days (icing hardens quickly when exposed to air). Beat well with a rubber spatula before using.

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