Royal Icing for "Flooding" Sugar Cookies
A simple icing that hardens with a smooth, eggshell finish. You can find meringue powder at a craft store in the cake decorating section, or by ordering online.
Ingredients
- 4 cups powdered sugar This is the equivalent of 1 pound. I use a one pound box of Domino powdered sugar.
- 1/4 cup meringue powder
- 1/3 cup plus 2 Tablespoons water
- 1 drop of almond extract or lemon extract optional
Instructions
- Combine the powdered sugar and meringue powder in a mixing bowl. Stir.
- Add water and beat on low until you have a smooth, shiny icing.
- Add extract for additional flavor, if desired.
- Store in an airtight container. Use to decorate sugar cookies.
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