Best Royal Icing Recipe Without Meringue Powder
This best royal icing recipe without meringue powder or corn syrup, is perfect for the avid baker that wants to make a clean wholesome cookie, and feel guiltless serving it to their family!
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Servings: 0
Equipment
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
- Pastry bag, squeeze bottles, or ziplock bags (Cut a small amount of the corner to pipe.)
- Piping tip
Ingredients
- 2 large egg whites
- 4 cups powdered sugar sifted (confectioners sugar)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract lemon juice, orange juice, or almond extract (optional, for flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Whites: If using raw egg whites, ensure they are fresh and pasteurized for safety.
- Mix: In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with whisk attachment on medium speed until frothy.
- Add Sugar: Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined. Bring the mixer to high speed and beat until the icing holds stiff peaks (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add Flavor: If desired, mix in the lemon juice, vanilla extract, or almond extract.
- Adjust to the Right Consistency: If you need a thinner consistency for flooding, add a few drops of water. For thicker icing, add more powdered sugar.
- Use or Store: Use immediately or cover with a damp cloth, wet paper towel, plastic bag, or piece of plastic wrap to prevent drying out. If dyeing the icing different colors, then divide a little bit of the icing into smaller bowls and add the desired natural colors or gel food coloring. If storing, keep it airtight in the refrigerator for up to a week.