Fluffy Egg White Frosting
A light and glossy frosting made from stiff egg white meringue — ready in just 5 minutes with no butter or cream needed. Perfect for decorating layer cakes, cupcakes, or cookies for any occasion. Add a drop of color to make it truly show-stopping.
🛒 Ingredients
1 servings
- 2 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 pinch of fine salt
- a few drops of fresh lemon juice
- gel food coloring (optional)
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Directions
- 1
Make sure your bowl and beaters are completely clean and grease-free — even a trace of fat will prevent the whites from whipping properly.
- 2
Add the salt to the egg whites and beat on medium speed until soft, opaque peaks form.
- 3
Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar in three additions, beating well after each.
- 4
Add a few drops of lemon juice to stabilize, then fold in gel food coloring if desired.
- 5
Spread over your cooled cake with an offset spatula and refrigerate until ready to serve.
💡 Chef's Tip
Use gel food coloring rather than liquid for vivid color without thinning the frosting. Best consumed within 24 hours.
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