Decorating Icing
Transform your baked creations into works of art with this easy and versatile Decorating Icing recipe! Made with just a handful of ingredients—powdered sugar, meringue powder, warm water, and optional flavorings or food coloring—this icing is perfectly designed for cookies, cakes, and other sweet treats. Its thick, glossy consistency is ideal for precision piping or intricate designs, while a quick adjustment with water allows for smooth flooding. Ready in just 10 minutes, this icing is a beginner-friendly option for anyone looking to elevate their baking game. Add a pop of color or a hint of vanilla to customize your masterpiece, and let your creativity shine! Whether you’re gearing up for holiday baking or celebrating a special occasion, this royal icing-style recipe is your secret weapon for picture-perfect treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
- 1.5 tablespoons Meringue powder
- 4 tablespoons Warm water
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (optional)
- as needed Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar and meringue powder.
Using a stand mixer or handheld mixer, add the warm water gradually while mixing on low speed until the ingredients are well incorporated.
Increase the speed to medium-high and beat the mixture for about 5–7 minutes until it has a thick, glossy consistency.
If desired, add the vanilla extract during the mixing process for flavor.
For colored icing, divide the icing into separate bowls and mix in a few drops of food coloring to each portion, stirring until the color is evenly distributed.
Adjust the consistency of the icing by adding small amounts of water to thin it (for flooding designs) or small amounts of powdered sugar to thicken it (for detailed piping).
Transfer the icing to a piping bag or squeeze bottle for decorating. Use immediately or store in airtight containers to prevent drying out.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 256.9 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 256.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 19 mg | 0% | |
*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.
