Delia Smith Royal Icing is made with icing sugar, egg whites, and glycerine. This traditional Royal Icing recipe creates a beautiful cake decoration that takes about 10 minutes to prepare and can cover one cake.
Delia Smith Royal Icing Ingredients
- 1 lb 2 oz (500 g) icing sugar, sifted
- 3 medium egg whites
- 1 teaspoon glycerine
How To Make Delia Smith Royal Icing
- Prepare Egg Whites: Put the egg whites in a bowl.
- Add Icing Sugar: Mix in the icing sugar, a bit at a time, until the icing is thick.
- Whisk Icing: Stop adding sugar and whisk with an electric mixer for 10 minutes until the icing forms stiff peaks.
- Add Glycerine: Mix in the glycerine.
- Apply Icing: Spread the icing evenly over the top and sides of the cake with a palette knife.
- Create Effect: Use a broad or small knife to make spikes in the icing for a snow effect.
- Dry Out: Let the cake sit overnight for the icing to dry before storing it.
Recipe Tips
- Sift Icing Sugar: Sift the icing sugar before adding it to avoid lumps in the icing.
- Mix Gradually: Add icing sugar gradually to prevent the mixture from becoming too thick too quickly.
- Whisk Until Stiff Peaks: Whisk the icing until it forms stiff peaks. This will help the icing hold its shape when you spread it.
- Allow Icing to Dry: Let the icing dry overnight to harden properly before covering the cake. This ensures it sets well and won’t smudge.
What To Serve With Royal Icing?
This Royal Icing pairs well with fruit cakes, Christmas cakes, or any decorated cakes. It can also be served alongside cupcakes, cookies, or gingerbread for a festive treat.
How To Store Leftovers Royal Icing?
- Refrigerate: Let the leftover Royal Icing cool to room temperature. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Freeze: Royal Icing can be frozen. Place it in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. To use, thaw it in the fridge overnight before using.
Delia Smith Royal Icing Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (about 2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
- Calories: 105
- Total Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 0mg
- Potassium: 0mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 28g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 28g
- Protein: 0g
Try More Delia Smith Recipes:
- Delia Smith Chocolate Fudge Icing
- Delia Smith Chocolate Ganache
- Delia Smith Lemon Syllabub
- Delia Smith Shortcrust Pastry
Delia Smith Royal Icing
Description
Delia Smith Royal Icing is made with icing sugar, egg whites, and glycerine. This traditional Royal Icing recipe creates a beautiful cake decoration that takes about 10 minutes to prepare and can cover one cake.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare Egg Whites: Put the egg whites in a bowl.
- Add Icing Sugar: Mix in the icing sugar, a bit at a time, until the icing is thick.
- Whisk Icing: Stop adding sugar and whisk with an electric mixer for 10 minutes until the icing forms stiff peaks.
- Add Glycerine: Mix in the glycerine.
- Apply Icing: Spread the icing evenly over the top and sides of the cake with a palette knife.
- Create Effect: Use a broad or small knife to make spikes in the icing for a snow effect.
- Dry Out: Let the cake sit overnight for the icing to dry before storing it.
Notes
- Sift Icing Sugar: Sift the icing sugar before adding it to avoid lumps in the icing.
- Mix Gradually: Add icing sugar gradually to prevent the mixture from becoming too thick too quickly.
- Whisk Until Stiff Peaks: Whisk the icing until it forms stiff peaks. This will help the icing hold its shape when you spread it.
- Allow Icing to Dry: Let the icing dry overnight to harden properly before covering the cake. This ensures it sets well and won’t smudge.
Delia Smith Royal Icing