Chocolate Royal Icing
Transform your baked creations with this rich and versatile Chocolate Royal Icing, a perfect fusion of cocoa's indulgent flavor and the silky smoothness of traditional royal icing. Made with just 5 simple ingredients—including powdered sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and pasteurized egg whites—this icing whips up in just 10 minutes, delivering a thick, glossy finish ideal for decorating cookies, cakes, and pastries. Its customizable consistency makes it perfect for delicate piping or smooth spreads, and a touch of vanilla adds depth to the chocolatey goodness. Whether you're adding intricate designs or a luxurious topping, this icing sets to a firm, picture-perfect finish, making it a must-have for chocolate lovers and baking enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
- 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large Pasteurized egg whites (or meringue powder and water, see note below)
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons Milk or water
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the powdered sugar and cocoa powder to remove any lumps. This ensures a smooth and velvety icing.
In a separate bowl, gently whisk the pasteurized egg whites until slightly frothy. If using meringue powder, mix 2 teaspoons of meringue powder with 2 tablespoons of water to create the equivalent of 2 egg whites.
Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and cocoa powder mixture to the egg whites, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer set to low speed to prevent powdered sugar from puffing out.
Add the vanilla extract and milk (or water) to the mixture. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the icing reaches a thick, glossy consistency. Add an extra teaspoon of milk or water, one at a time, if the icing is too thick.
Test the consistency of the icing by lifting the spoon or mixer attachment—if it drizzles down smoothly and slowly holds its shape, it is ready for piping or spreading.
If needed, divide the icing into separate bowls and add food coloring to achieve desired shades (if customizing further).
Transfer the icing into a piping bag fitted with your preferred tip or use an offset spatula for frosting cookies, cakes, or pastries.
Let the icing dry completely at room temperature. Depending on humidity, this may take 4-8 hours for a firm finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1045 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 62 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.4 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 250.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 322 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
