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The Most Royal of Icings

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The only decorating icing you'll ever need.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 2 cups

Ingredients

3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 large egg whites

Preparation

  1. Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar and 2 large egg whites until white, thickened, and tripled in volume, about 5 minutes. Add water by the tablespoonful until icing no longer holds a peak. Divide icing into smaller bowls and color with food coloring as desired.

TagsIcingDessertEasyQuick5 Ingredients or Fewer30 Minutes or LessElectric MixerBon Appétit
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