Better Than Store-Bought Icing For Sugar Cookies Recipe

Sugar cookies and icing are just two things that go perfectly together. This better than store-bought icing for sugar cookies is an absolute must to try. It is flavorful and smooth, making it the perfect addition to your homemade cookies.

INGREDIENTS

01 4 cups powdered sugar, about one pound

02 5 tablespoons warm water

03 3 tablespoons meringue powder

04 Food coloring (optional)

In a large mixing bowl, add the powdered sugar, meringue powder, and water.

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Beat all these ingredients until stiff peaks form. If you are using a heavy-duty electric mixer, this will take about 7-10 minutes at low speed.

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After beating the icing mixture, check the consistency of it. 

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If you want your royal icing to be stiff, use one less tablespoon of water. Stiff icing is ideal for piping 3D decorations on your cookies. 

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Better Than Store-Bought Icing For Sugar Cookies Recipe