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Royal Icing Recipe

Royal Icing Recipe

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Elevate your cookie decorating skills with this easy Royal Icing Recipe! Perfect for holidays, birthdays, or any occasion, this versatile icing transforms basic sugar cookies into stunning edible art. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create beautifully detailed designs that will impress friends and family alike. Whether you’re decorating with kids or exploring your creative side, royal icing is the ideal medium for adding color and flair to your baked treats. Plus, it hardens to a beautiful finish, making your cookies not only delicious but also visually appealing. Get ready to unleash your creativity!

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 5 tablespoons Genie’s Dream Premium Meringue Powder
  • 2/3 cup water (plus more for flood icing)
  • Gel food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix on low speed until combined to prevent powdered sugar from flying.
  2. Increase mixer speed to medium-high and beat for about 5 minutes until icing is thick and shiny with stiff peaks.
  3. For colored icing, divide into bowls and gently fold in gel food coloring to desired shades.
  4. Transfer icing into piping bags fitted with small round tips for decorating.
  5. Decorate cookies as desired and allow them to dry at room temperature for at least 12 hours.

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