How to Make Soft Royal Icing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Soft royal icing is a key ingredient in the world of decorative baking. This smooth, glossy icing is perfect for decorating cookies, cakes, and other delicate confections. It's easy to make and even easier to work with, making it a favorite among bakers and pastry chefs.

One of the great things about soft royal icing is its versatility. You can use it to create intricate designs, delicate borders, or simply cover a cookie with a smooth, shiny surface. No matter what you're making, sof...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
  • 2 egg whites
  • ¼ cup water, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 3 cups

  • Beat sugar and egg whites in a large bowl using an electric mixer on low speed until evenly combined and shiny, about 3 minutes.
  • Add water gradually, beating on medium-high speed until icing is smooth and reaches desired consistency, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    74 cal.

    • Sodium: 5mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Calcium: 1mg
    • Potassium: 5mg

    Categories

    Decorating recipes