22 min
Prep Time
85 min
Cook Time
Medium
Level
8
Servings

This royal icing recipe is a sweet white icing made with two main ingredients: pasteurized egg whites and confectioners' sugar. The icing dries quickly, making it perfect for decorating gingerbread houses and holiday cut-out cookies.

Ingredients

  • 4 pasteurized egg whites

  • 4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar

  • 1 teaspoon lemon or vanilla extract (Optional)

Method

  1. Gather all ingredients.

  2. Beat egg whites in a large glass, metal, or ceramic bowl with an electric mixer at high speed until foamy.

  3. Gradually add sugar and lemon extract; continue to beat on high speed until thickened.

  4. Use to pipe or decorate cookies.