Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract ((or vanilla or peppermint extract))
  • 5 cups powdered sugar (plus more as needed)

Instruction

  • Whisk the egg whites in a stand mixer on medium speed until frothy. (You can also do this in a mixing bowl with a hand mixer.)
  • Add in almond extract or extract of your choice.
  • Add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time on low speed. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl periodically.
  • Once all the sugar has been combined, increase the speed of the mixer to high and whisk for 7 to 10 minutes. Stiff peaks should form and when you run a knife through the icing the path of the knife should hold.
  • Fill a piping bag with the icing and use it immediately for the best results. (see note)