Royal icing is perfect choice for decorating butter
cookies and gingerbread houses for the holidays.
It spreads easily, hardens quickly and is a snap to
make.
2 large egg whites
1 lb. powdered sugar,
2 1/3 cups
2 tsp. water
2 or 3 drops of glycerin,
if shininess is desired
your choice of icing
colors concentrated paste, if color is desired
Combine
eggs, powdered sugar, water and glycerin in a medium
bowl. Beat with an electric mixer at low setting for
10 minutes, or until soft peaks form. Add more water
if icing is too thick. Beat for 2-3 minutes more if
icing is too thin. Divide icing into separate bowls
and tint with icing colors concentrated paste, if desired.
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