Easy Royal Icing

Our home economists share their recipe for this classic decorating icing that sets up and dries quickly. It's especially nice to use when cookies will be stacked on a plate. For accompanying recipes and decorating tips visit Spring Has Sprung. Taste of Home Test Kitchen24 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 25 min.
Ingredients
- 3-3/4 to 4 cups confectioners' sugar
- 3 tablespoons meringue powder
- 5 to 6 tablespoons warm water
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Beat on high speed with a
- portable mixer for 10-12 minutes or on low speed with a stand mixer
- for 7-10 minutes or until peaks form. Yield: 3 cups.