Royal Icing Recipe based on NeemTime research
Ingredients of Royal Icing Recipe
2 large egg whites (from homemade eggs)
2 cups powdered sugar (homemade by grinding granulated sugar)
1 tsp fresh lemon juice (homemade)
½ tsp homemade vanilla extract (optional)
Detailed Preparation Guide of Royal Icing Recipe
Step 1: Separate Egg Whites
Carefully separate 2 egg whites from the yolks and place in a clean, dry bowl.
Calories: 2 egg whites ~34 kcal
Time: 2 minutes
Step 2: Beat Egg Whites
Using a whisk or hand mixer, beat the egg whites on medium speed until they become frothy.
Calories: 0 added
Time: 2 minutes
Step 3: Add Lemon Juice and Sugar Gradually
Add 1 tsp lemon juice (~1 kcal) to stabilize the egg whites.
Gradually add 2 cups powdered sugar (~800 kcal), a little at a time, while continuing to beat.
Beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
Calories: ~801 kcal
Time: 5–7 minutes
Step 4: Add Vanilla Extract (Optional)
Add ½ tsp homemade vanilla extract (~5 kcal) and beat briefly to incorporate.
Calories: ~5 kcal
Time: 1 minute
Step 5: Use Immediately or Store
The royal icing is ready to pipe on cookies or cakes.
If storing, cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent drying.
Calories: 0 added
Time: 1 minute
Total Preparation Time of Royal Icing Recipe for 4 Persons
Separating egg whites: 2 minutes
Beating egg whites: 2 minutes
Adding sugar and lemon juice: 7 minutes
Adding vanilla: 1 minute
Final use: 1 minute
Total time: approximately 13 minutes
Total Calories of Royal Icing Recipe and Calories Per Person
Egg whites: ~34 kcal
Powdered sugar: ~800 kcal
Lemon juice: ~1 kcal
Vanilla extract: ~5 kcal
Total calories for entire batch: ~840 kcal
Calories per person (4 servings): ~210 kcal per serving