Vermont Maple Boiled Icing

Directions

1. 1
   Combine syrup and boil to 238F or until a little of the syrup forms a soft ball when dropped into cold water.
2. 2
   Pour hot syrup very slowly into beaten egg whites, beating constantly.
3. 3
   Flavor with vanilla and beat until icing is nearly cool.
4. 4
   Add baking powder during the last of the beating until cool and of proper consistency to spread.