Royal Icing
This icing is perfect for decorating cookies or piping text on cakes. It's also great for gingerbread houses or any other detailed designs!
- 3 ea egg whites
- 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
- 4 cups icing suga
In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites on high speed until frothy.
Add the cream of tartar and continue mixing until soft peaks begin to form.
Gradually sift in the icing sugar while mixing.
Continue beating until the icing becomes thick, glossy, and forms stiff peaks.
Your icing should hold its shape but still be smooth enough to pipe easily.
How to Fill Icing Bags (The Easy Way)
I’m using icing bags from Costco Business, but a simple Ziploc bag works just as well.
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Insert a coupler into the bottom of your icing bag.
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Place the bag inside a tall glass and fold the edges over the rim.
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Spoon about 1/3 cup of icing into the bag (this is the perfect amount if you have small hands).
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Twist the top to tighten and keep the icing secure while piping.