Lemon Royal Icing
A glossy, silky icing that transforms your cakes with a bright citrus twist. Ready in just minutes, it creates a professional finish for all your baked creations — perfect for celebrations or everyday baking.
🛒 Ingredients
2 servings
- 6 egg whites, at room temperature
- 500 g (4 cups) powdered sugar, sifted
- Juice of 1 fresh lemon
- 3 drops pure vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring (optional)
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Directions
- 1
In a perfectly clean and grease-free bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- 2
Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar in a thin, steady stream while continuing to beat at medium speed to keep a smooth texture.
- 3
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and vanilla extract, then beat for an additional 2 minutes until the icing is completely smooth and glossy.
- 4
If desired, divide the icing into separate bowls and tint each portion with a few drops of gel food coloring for a festive, multicolored effect.
- 5
Use immediately to frost your cakes, spreading evenly with an offset spatula. This recipe covers 2 large cakes.
💡 Chef's Tip
Make sure your bowl and beaters are completely clean and fat-free — any trace of grease or egg yolk will prevent the whites from whipping properly. For a thicker icing, add more powdered sugar one tablespoon at a time. Keep covered with a damp cloth between uses to prevent drying out.
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