Royal Icing

Directions

1. 1
   Beat first three ingredients, then thin with a little water, if needed.
2. 2
   Add almond, vanilla, and butter flavoring.
3. 3
   Depending on how many colors you want, divide it between several bowls.
4. 4
   To decorate on top of original layer of icing, thicken with powdered sugar until desired thickness.
5. 5
   Decorating works best when used in the decorating bags with tips.
6. 6
   Also, before spreading thin icing over cookies, try putting an outline of thick icing from a small decorating tip around the edge of the cookie.
7. 7
   This way, the thin icing will not drip over the edge.