Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a stand mixer bowl or large mixing bowl, beat egg whites on medium-low speed until frothy, about 1 minute.
- With the mixer on low speed, slowly add confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract.
- Once fully incorporated, increase speed to medium-high and beat until stiff, shiny peaks form.
- Divide icing among small bowls. Add gel food coloring if desired. Cover any unused icing with plastic wrap to prevent drying. Transfer to piping bags for decorating.
Nutrition
Notes
For flooding consistency, add a few drops of water to the icing and stir with a spatula. Add water gradually until you reach the desired consistency. If your icing hardens, add a drop or two of water. Avoid making it too thin to prevent air bubbles. For best flavor, use real vanilla extract. When decorating, pipe an outline first with thicker icing, then fill the center with thinner icing.