Easy Christmas Cookie Icing
This Easy Christmas Cookie Icing is a simple and customizable recipe perfect for decorating holiday cookies with family and friends.
Ingredients
Icing Base Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar Gives the icing its sweetness and structure.
- 2 tablespoons meringue powder Helps stabilize the icing for easy piping and quick drying.
- ΒΌ cup water Adjusts the consistency of the icing.
- 1 pack Food coloring Optional for customization.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients and ensure everything is at room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar and meringue powder thoroughly.
- Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring continuously.
- Continue mixing until the icing reaches a smooth, thick, but spreadable consistency.
- If you want multiple colors, divide the icing into separate bowls and add food coloring.
- Transfer the icing into piping bags and seal tightly.
Decorating
- Pipe the icing onto cookies in fun and creative designs.
- Allow the decorated cookies to dry at room temperature for several hours or overnight.
Storage
- Once completely dry, store cookies in a single layer in an airtight container at room temperature.
- For longer storage, freeze the cookies, ensuring they are dry and layered with parchment paper.
Notes
To make it vegan, replace meringue powder with aquafaba. Ensure powdered sugar is gluten-free if needed.