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Royal Icing Recipe (3 Ingredient)

This royal icing is whipped up with a simple mixture of egg whites, powdered sugar, and vanilla. It stays stable and shiny for days, tastes delicious, and is fit for royalty!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 36 servings
Calories: 49 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 large egg whites room temperature
  • 1 lb confectioners sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. Using a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites until they are foamy.
  2. Reduce the speed to low and gradually add the confectioner's sugar and vanilla.
  3. Increase the speed again and beat until the mixture is shiny.
  4. Add food coloring if desired, then transfer the icing to a piping bag and decorate away!

Nutrition Information

Calories 49kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Sodium 0.3mg (0%) Potassium 0.4mg (0%) Sugar 12g (24%) Calcium 0.1mg (0%) Iron 0.01mg (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 36servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 49

% Daily Value*

Calories 49kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Sodium 0.3mg 0%
Potassium 0.4mg 0%
Sugar 12g 24%
Calcium 0.1mg 0%
Iron 0.01mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.