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This smooth, hard-drying icing is perfect for making decorations that last. It is also useful as a "cement" to fasten decorations together. Royal icing is edible, but not recommended for icing cakes.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons meringue powder
- 4 cups confectioners' sugar (about 1 lb.)
- 6 Tablespoons warm water
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Beat all ingredients until icing forms peaks (7-10 minutes at low speed with a heavy-duty mixer, 10-12 minutes at high speed with a hand-held mixer).
NOTE: Keep all utensils completely grease-free for proper icing consistency.
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* For stiffer icing, use 1 tablespoon less water.
**When using large countertop mixers or for stiffer icing, use 1 tablespoon less water.
Makes 3 cups.
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