Royal Icing Recipe

Royal Icing Ingredients 

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons meringue powder
• 3 tablespoons warm water
• assorted food coloring

Royal Icing Instructions

• In a bowl, combine all ingredients.
• With whip attachment at medium speed, beat until stiff peaks. (about 5 to 7 minutes)
• To reach desired consistency:
  If icing is too thick, mix with a couple of drops of water.
  If icing is too thin, mix with additional powdered sugar.

• Tint icing with desired food coloring. (gel food coloring recommended)  
• Your royal icing is ready to be transferred to a pastry bag! 

*Royal icing drys out quickly! If not used immediately, cover with a damp cloth or airtight container.