Royal Icing Single Quantity
Whip up a batch of beautifully smooth and glossy royal icing with this simple single-quantity recipe, perfect for decorating cookies, cakes, and other sweet creations. Made with just four staple ingredients—powdered sugar, egg white, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of optional vanilla extract—this quick 10-minute recipe delivers professional-looking results every time. Whether you're aiming for precision outlines or a seamless flood of icing, the versatile texture can be adjusted to suit your decorating needs. Ideal for intricate designs or festive embellishments, this royal icing dries to a firm finish, making it great for stacking and storing your decorated treats. Perfect your baking artistry with this essential royal icing recipe!
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Ingredients
- 200 g Powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
- 1 large Egg white
- 1 tsp Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp Vanilla extract (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Sift the powdered sugar into a medium-sized mixing bowl to remove any lumps and ensure a smooth icing.
Step 2
Add the egg white and lemon juice to the powdered sugar.
Step 3
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer with the whisk attachment, beat the mixture on low speed until the sugar is incorporated.
Step 4
Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat until the icing becomes smooth, glossy, and forms soft peaks. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Step 5
If desired, mix in the vanilla extract for added flavor and beat until evenly combined.
Step 6
Check the consistency of the royal icing. For outlining cookies or decorations that need to hold their shape, the icing should be thick and hold its form. For flooding cookies, thin the icing by mixing in a few drops of water at a time until it reaches a more fluid consistency.
Step 7
Transfer the royal icing to a piping bag or an airtight container. If not using immediately, cover the icing with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent it from drying out.
Step 8
Use the royal icing as desired to decorate cookies, cakes, or other baked goods. Allow it to dry completely before storing or stacking decorated items.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 240.1 grams (240.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 802 |
| Total Fat 0.10g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.00g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 57mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate 201.30g | 73% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.00g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 200.20g | |
| Protein 3.50g | 7% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 5mg | 0% |
| Iron 0mg | 1% |
| Potassium 66mg | 1% |
Source of Calories