December: Christmas Party

We enjoyed a wonderful evening at the Landrith home, socializing, eating and decorating sugar cookies. We decorated the cookies using royal icing, a frosting which lends itself to fun designs. It also dries completely smooth and hard making it a great choice for cookies that you are packaging or mailing.

Royal Icing Recipe:
3/4 cup warm water
5 Tablespoons meringue powder
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2.25 pounds powdered sugar

Whisk the water and meringue powder for about 30 seconds, then add in the cream of tartar and vanilla. Add the powdered sugar and mix slowly for about 10 minutes. A paddle attachment in a stand mixer is going to be your best bet for this. Tint with your food coloring of choice. To prevent the icing from drying out, place a damp towel over the bowl until you are ready to use the icing. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Mix well before using.