Print

The Ultimate Royal Icing Recipe Using Meringue Powder

A small glass bowl filled with stiff, bright white royal icing recipe mixture, piped into a peak.
Print Recipe
Save Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Learn how to make smooth, glossy royal icing that dries firm, perfect for decorating sugar cookies. This beginner recipe uses meringue powder for stability.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 tablespoons meringue powder
  • 6 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract
  • 6 to 8 tablespoons warm water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the meringue powder and powdered sugar.
  2. Add the vanilla or almond extract.
  3. Gradually add the warm water, starting with 6 tablespoons.
  4. Mix on low speed with an electric mixer until combined, then increase speed to medium-high.
  5. Beat for 5 to 7 minutes until the icing is smooth, thick, and holds stiff peaks.
  6. If the icing is too thick for piping, add water one teaspoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
  7. If the icing is too thin, add more sifted powdered sugar, one tablespoon at a time.
  8. Use immediately for outlining or flooding cookies, or cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent drying.

Notes

  • For outlining consistency, use less water; for flooding consistency, use more water.
  • To achieve a brilliant white color, omit vanilla extract and use clear vanilla extract or a drop of white food coloring.
  • Store unused icing in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
  • If you need the icing to dry faster for stacking cookies, use a fan to circulate air over the decorated items.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://delishcraze.com/royal-icing-recipe/