Glossy Royal Icing

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Glossy Royal Icing
10 min.
10
147kcal

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Looking to elevate your baking game and add a touch of elegance to your desserts? Look no further! This Glossy Royal Icing is the perfect finishing touch for cookies, cakes, and any sweet treat that deserves a beautiful glaze. Not only is it a delightful way to enhance the visual appeal of your creations, but it's also incredibly simple to make, taking just 10 minutes from start to finish.

What makes this royal icing so special? It's versatile, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, ensuring that everyone can enjoy its glossy finish without any dietary concerns. Whether you're gearing up for a festive celebration or simply want to add a professional touch to your home-baked goods, this icing provides a sweet, smooth surface that hardens beautifully, making it perfect for intricate decorations.

With just a handful of ingredients—such as confectioners' sugar, corn syrup, and a hint of almond extract—you'll discover how easy it is to achieve that sought-after sheen. The warmth of the water helps everything blend seamlessly, creating an icing that is not only pleasant on the palate but also pleasing to the eye. So, gather your tools, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to impress your friends and family with your decorating prowess. Your baked goods will never look the same again!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon almond extract 
  • cups confectioners' sugar as needed
  • tablespoon plus light
  • 0.3 cup warm water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Stir warm water, corn syrup, and almond extract together in a small bowl until corn syrup and extract have dissolved.
  2. Place confectioners' sugar into a separate bowl and add liquid ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until royal icing is smooth. Store in a lidded container for up to a week; stir thoroughly before using.

Nutrition Facts

Calories147kcal
Protein0%
Fat0.03%
Carbs99.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.9
Glycemic Load
0.32
Inflammation Score
1
Nutrition Score
0.062173913759382%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:146.55kcal
7.33%
Fat:0g
0.01%
Saturated Fat:0g
0%
Carbohydrates:37.63g
12.54%
Net Carbohydrates:37.63g
13.68%
Sugar:36.91g
41.01%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.39mg
0.1%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:0g
0%
Source:Allrecipes