Homemade Royal Icing
Ingrediënten
- 1 package about 4 cups powdered sugar (16 ounces)
- 3 tablespoons meringue powder
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- ½ cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Instructies
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together the powdered sugar, meringue powder, and cream of tartar.
- Add the warm water and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
- Beat with a mixer on low speed until well combined.
- Increase the mixer speed to high and beat for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the icing is very stiff and forms peaks.
- If you're not using the icing immediately, cover the bowl with a damp paper towel and then tightly wrap it with plastic wrap.
- Royal icing dries out quickly when exposed to air.
- You can chill the royal icing in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours.
- Before using it, make sure to give it a good stir.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
This recipe yields approximately 3 cups of royal icing.
Note:
Meringue powder is a mixture of pasteurized egg whites, sugar, and edible gums. It is essential for making Royal Icing that dries quickly with a smooth, hard finish. You can find it in the baking aisle of large supermarkets or in the cake decorating department of hobby and crafts stores.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
