Icing Flowers for Cakes

Directions

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   Meringue powder can be found at most hobby and craft stores in the cake decorating section.
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   When using large counter top mixer or for stiffer icing, use 1 tbsp (15 ml) less water.
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   Beat all ingredients at low speed for 7-10 mins.
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   (10-12 mins at high speed for portable mixer) until icing forms peaks.
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   If are using liquid coloring you may need to reduce your water even more.
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   I recommend using Wilton brand coloring and meringue powder.
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   Their colors are in paste form and will not thin your icing.
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   To dispense the color only dip the end of a toothpick in the color and then run it through the icing.
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   Colors may change after the decorations dry (lighter or darker).
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    These colors are very concentrated and one jar will last a very long time.
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    You can create your decorations on wax paper, let them dry over night and then transfer them to your cake.
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    These decorations can be kept in an air tight container at room temp for months.
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    So, go ahead and make a bunch and store them for last minute desserts.