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royal icing for gingerbread houses

Royal icing for gingerbread houses: 7 tips for perfection


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 3 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple royal icing recipe perfect for decorating gingerbread houses.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar and egg whites.
  2. Add lemon juice and mix until smooth.
  3. Beat the mixture on high speed for 7-10 minutes until stiff peaks form.
  4. Use immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Use a damp cloth to cover the icing when not in use.
  • Adjust the consistency with water if needed.
  • Stiff icing is best for building and decorating.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: royal icing, gingerbread houses, frosting