Royal Icing For Decorating Cookies

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   In mixer bowl, pour in the warm water and the meringue powder. Mix it with a whisk by hand until it is frothy and thickened...about 30 seconds.

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   Add the cream of tartar and mix for 30 seconds more.

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   Pour in all the icing sugar at once and place the bowl on the mixer.

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   Using the paddle attachment on the LOWEST speed, mix slowly for a full 10 minutes. Icing will get thick and creamy.

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   Cover the bowl with a dampened tea-towel to prevent crusting and drying.

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   Tint with food colourings or thin the icing with small amounts of warm water to reach the desired consistency.

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   Have fun decorating!

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   (*Recipe courtesy of Antonia74 at www.cakecentral.com)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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