Fluffy 7-Minute Icing

Directions

1. 1
   Put first 5 ingredients in top of double boiler, then place over boiling water (upper pan should not touch surface of water). Beat with electric beater 4 or 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Remove from heat and change the hot water for cold.
3. 3
   Replace the icing; add vanilla and syrup.
4. 4
   Beat until icing makes stiff peaks and holds shape. Spread on cake.
5. 5
   This recipe makes enough icing to cover the top and sides of two 8-inch or 9-inch layer cakes.