For a brighter white icing, use pasteurized egg whites. They are safer and provide a consistent result. Adding a tiny drop of gel food coloring will give you vibrant, consistent color without affecting the icing's consistency. Piping bags are your friend! Use them to create intricate designs with ease. Practice on parchment paper before decorating your final treats.
Easy Royal Icing
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME10 mins
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SERVING64 People
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VIEWS807
Transform your treats into edible masterpieces with this foolproof royal icing recipe. Perfectly smooth and delightfully sweet, it's the ideal finish for cookies, cakes, and gingerbread creations.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate6 g
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Protein0 g
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Sodium2 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Gather all of your ingredients. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, sift together the confectioners' sugar and cream of tartar to ensure a smooth, lump-free icing. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Using an electric mixer with a whisk attachment, gradually beat in the egg whites until the mixture forms stiff, glossy peaks. This should take approximately 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to overbeat.
04 Step
Recipe View If the icing is too thick, add a few drops of water at a time until you reach the desired consistency. If it is too thin, add a little more sifted confectioners' sugar.
05 Step
Recipe View Use immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. To prevent a crust from forming, cover the surface of the icing with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the icing.
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Marjorie Boyle
May 2, 2025This recipe is so easy to follow, and the icing turns out perfect every time!
Nelson Smitham
Nov 1, 2024This is the best royal icing recipe I have ever used!
Beverly Roberts
May 2, 2024I added a little bit of lemon extract to the icing for a citrusy flavor. It was delicious!
Gregory Hills
Apr 28, 2024The cream of tartar makes a huge difference. My icing used to be dull, but now it's so white and glossy!
Kay Schamberger
Mar 29, 2024Simple and effective, my kids had a blast decorating our gingerbread house.
Orval Ferry
Mar 14, 2024I love how smooth this icing is! It's perfect for decorating cookies with intricate designs.
Adan Prosacco
Oct 20, 2023Be careful not to overbeat the egg whites. I did that once, and the icing was too stiff.
Mohammed Christiansen
Sep 14, 2023I doubled the recipe and it worked perfectly for a whole batch of cookies.
Ole Weber
May 30, 2023Great basic recipe! You can really play around with flavors and colors.