Dessert & Baked Goods » Decorating Gingerbread Men
Beth (aka "Ginger Betty") shows us some simple but amazing techniques. Learn to make scarves, ear muffs, clothes and more. Break out the eggnog, turn on the holiday tunes and get decorating. Watch Beth's Making Gingerbread Men video to make these guys.
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Makes about 3 cups of icing
Ingredients
Option 1: Royal Icing (Using Meringue Powder)
- 4 cups confectioners (powdered) sugar
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
- 3 tbsp meringue powder
- ½ - ¾ cup warm water
Option 2: Royal Icing (Using Egg Whites)
- 2 large egg whites
- 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 cups confectioners (powdered) sugar, sifted
How-to
Royal Icing (Using Meringue Powder)
- In the bowl of an electric mixer beat confectioners sugar and meringue powder until combined
- Add water and beat on medium to high until stiff peaks form (5-7 minutes)
Royal Icing (Using Egg Whites)
- In the bowl of an electric mixer beat egg whites with the lemon juice
- Add sifted confectioners sugar
- Beat on low speed until combined and smooth
Note: Use icing right away or transfer to an air-tight container. Keep covered with plastic wrap when not in use. Royal icing hardens when exposed to air. Keep covered with plastic wrap when not in use.
Comments (2)
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Posted Monday, January 19, 2009, at 11:01 pm by AnyaV:My sister and I had such a great time making and decorating gingerbread cookies for Christmas! Go Beth! The recipe is delicious! -
Posted Monday, December 15, 2008, at 3:31 pm by Sue:I can't wait to decorate my own for Christmas!
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