This stiff royal icing is made with meringue powder so you don't have to use raw egg whites. It's shiny and great for cookies or gingerbread houses.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
174 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Beat both amounts of meringue powder, 1 cup warm water, cream of tartar, then confectioners' sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer on low.
Step 2
Scrape down sides of bowl and increase mixer speed to medium; beat until fluffy and shiny, 6 to 8 minutes.
Step 3
If frosting is too stiff, beat in 2 tablespoons warm water, or as needed, adding water in small amounts. Keep frosting covered with a damp towel until needed.
