Read the original article on Purewow. Unlike traditional frostings, royal icing has a more liquid-like consistency and dries to a hardened state, almost like candy. It’s key for creating detailed ...

Royal icing is the go-to stuff for picture-perfect sugar cookies, because it makes a neat, hard and glossy finish that professional bakers and home chefs love. This icing is rich and thick and may ...

Make bakery-worthy cookies with this easy royal icing recipe. It dries firm, shines beautifully, and can be made with or ...

I used to think my kitchen was cursed. Every time I made royal icing, something went wrong – cracked cookies, bleeding colors, or icing that never quite set right. After ruining countless batches (and ...

Fit a stand mixer with a paddle attachment. Add the water and flavoring to your mixer bowl. Add the meringue powder and dissolve on low until fully dissolved and slightly frothy (3 - 5 minutes). Once ...

This story comes from the Institute of Culinary Education, which has campuses in New York City and Los Angeles, as well as online programs. On a recent first day of class for the Art of Cake ...