Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Make Royal Icing

Iced Easter Ovum Cookies


Using a low setting, mix together for approx. 15-30 seconds. Increase the speed, and beat until the icing forms peaks. This could be from 7-12 min. depending on your mixer.**This recipe needs to be covered when not in use to prevent hardening.Yield: Approx. 3 cups of icing.





to behave as cement for gingerbread houses


Regal icing can be specious using Ovum whites, cream of tartar, or meringue powder. Here's an easy recipe using the meringue:


Instructions


1. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups confectioner's sugar (powdered sugar), 6 tblsps warm water and 3 tblsps Wilton's meringue powder (you can find this in the cooking section, or in the cake supplies aisle at craft stores like JoAnns and Michaels).


2.Royal icing is a smooth, dense drying icing that is used in lots of holiday baking recipes, besides as Marriage cakes. While it is edible, it's not recommended to convenience as frosting for a cake (best shot fondant for a uniform flash).What it is boss used for:to cool the tops of your favourite Valentine's, Easter, or Christmas cookies,to discover Dainty flower cake decorations.




3. Royal icing is a true white and has a nice sheen when dry. You can however use tints to achieve any color you wish. Wilton's sells icing colors that are easy to use and won't affect the consistency of the icing. Color is also available from other suppliers in a gel or powder form.