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black royal icing

Black Royal Icing: 5 Steps to Stunning Decor Bliss


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This is a rich black royal icing perfect for decorating cookies and cakes.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons meringue powder
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon black gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar and meringue powder.
  2. Add water and mix until smooth.
  3. Stir in black gel food coloring until fully incorporated.
  4. Adjust consistency with water or powdered sugar as needed.
  5. Use immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Ensure all tools are clean and dry.
  • Adjust color intensity by adding more or less food coloring.
  • Keep covered to prevent icing from drying out.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: General

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 30
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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