Royal Icing Using Meringue Powder

Royal Icing Using Meringue Powder

Royal icing has the benefit of hardening completely. Perfect for decorating cakes, cookies & confections.

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Ingredients

1/2 cup cold water
1/4 cup LorAnn Meringue Powder
4 cups confectioners sugar (16 ounces)
LorAnn Gel or Powder Food Coloring, as desired

OPTIONAL: Flavor with 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon LorAnn Super-Strength flavor of choice OR 1 teaspoon LorAnn Bakery Emulsion of choice.
TIP: Add 1 to 2 teaspoons LorAnn Vegetable Glycerine to add shine and help retain moisture.

Recipe PDF

Royal Icing Using Meringue Powder
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Directions

1
Beat 1/4 cup meringue powder into 1/2 cup cold water until peaks form. 
2
Beat in 4 cups sifted confectioners sugar until desired consistency. 
3
Add more sugar for stiffer icing. Add flavoring, as desired. 
4
Tint with coloring, as desired. 
5
If not using immediately, cover bowl with a damp paper towel and then with plastic wrap. Icing can be chilled for up to 2 days. 
6
Makes about 3 cups

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