Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Royal Icing

3 large eggs (whites only)
1/2 teaspoon cream of tarter
1 pound confectioners sugar
paste food coloring for color works best, can use liquid
Lemon Juice (optional) (small amount)

1. In a large bowl beat egg whites and cream of tarter with electric mixer until frothy
2. Gradually add confectioners sugar and beat 5 to 7 minutes until glossy, stiff peaks form when beaters are lifted.
3. can add small amount of lemon juice for taste or to thin icing

* Makes 2.5 cups, enough to decorate about 25 to 30 3 inch cookies.

When actually working with the icing, keep it covered with a damp cloth to prevent from drying out.

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