This royal icing recipe is a sweet white icing made with two main ingredients: pasteurized egg whites and confectioners' sugar. The icing dries quickly, making it perfect for decorating gingerbread houses and holiday cut-out cookies.
Ingredients
- 4 pasteurizeds egg whites
- 4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon or vanilla extract , Optional
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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2
Beat egg whites in a large glass, metal, or ceramic bowl with an electric mixer at high speed until foamy.
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3
Gradually add sugar and lemon extract; continue to beat on high speed until thickened.
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4
Use to pipe or decorate cookies.
Nutrition Facts
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