Egg White Royal Icing for Piping | Simple Recipe

[@m.d.b.6318]

This is near the real deal old school royal icing used for wedding cakes. Much appreciated

[@BrittneeKay]

Glad it was helpful!

[@user-pt1sh8bn7n]

I'm watching from Liberia. Thanks for sharing.

[@BrittneeKay]

Wow how cool! Welcome!

[@ma.corazonsantosllarves1413]

Wow amaze love it thanks for your video God bless you more

[@BrittneeKay]

Aw thank you so much! You too!

[@BrittneeKay]

A note about raw egg whites...Yes, it is safe and very common to use raw egg whites in royal icing. As with anything containing raw egg this royal icing carries a very slight risk. If you don't personally feel comfortable using fresh egg whites, I recommend using pasteurized egg whites that you can buy in a carton or use a royal icing recipe that uses meringue powder which you can find here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5fXZWp3r76cjc0

[@joanellevickers6184]

You’re a LIFE SAVER!!! It’s 5am and I just realized I didn’t make enough icing, ran out of butter and have no whipping cream. It’s my friend’s birthday and we made arrangements to surprise her with the cake in a few hours 😭😭😭. I’m honestly so relieved

[@BrittneeKay]

Aww that's awesome! Glad to be of help!! :D

[@amandaseliger6619]

Love the intro! 😂 I made a horrible royal icing for Christmas cookies last year, excited to try your technique/recipe this year!

[@BrittneeKay]

oh no! hopefully this recipe turns out better for you...though i will say, i still hate the crunchy taste of royal icing on cookies!

[@kelleyscreations2791]

Thank you for this recipe!

[@BrittneeKay]

You're welcome! : )

[@landeize]

You are such a joy to watch thank you

[@BrittneeKay]

Aww thank you so much! 🥰

[@reagarraway2785]

Thanks for this tutorial. I'm new to working with royal icing and this is the most helpful video I've seen so far. (And I also have a fear of the mixer going off 😅)

[@BrittneeKay]

Glad to hear it was helpful!! Thanks! :)

[@abigailelizabeth4655]

Lmao my fear is that when I’m kneading dough with the dough hook the dough is gonna fly off and hit me in the face or fly across the room 😂 gotta love stand mixer irrational fears

[@nelliec1732]

I watch your video and I think I finally got the recipe I needed. I’m making a birthday cake for my daughter tomorrow and I’m planning to use this recipe. I had a question though. May I use vanilla extract instead of lemon juice or can I use both?

[@BrittneeKay]

Great! You can add lemon extract but you’ll need the lemon juice because it helps set the egg whites and keep them stable. I also have a recipe that uses meringue powder instead of egg whites if you prefer that! Just search royal icing on my channel! 🙂

[@kelsyshaebolinder3983]

East peasy lemon squeezy! You make it look that way at least! I would love to try this on some cookies!!

[@BrittneeKay]

:D yes!

[@kelsyshaebolinder3983]

And of course by east I meant easy lol!

[@kathyhorne556]

I love your goofiness! 🤪

[@BrittneeKay]

😄☺️ thanks!

[@kathyhorne556]

Modern-day Julia Child. 🥰

[@BrittneeKay]

@@kathyhorne556 😮😊🥰

[@babydollsbyebony3385]

Because you added lemon juice does this mean you can’t add any other flavor like almond or vanilla? Or can you leave out the lemon?

[@BrittneeKay]

The lemon juice helps to harden and stabilize the royal icing. I would say you could also add almond or vanilla along with the lemon and it would still taste good! You could also try using meringue powder royal icing, which doesn't have lemon in it, if you want to add a different flavor. It is really easy and I have a video about how to make it!

[@cherylseepersad8940]

Just found this. Best icing ever.

[@BrittneeKay]

Thanks!

[@francesblackmoore9552]

Can you do by hand if you do not have a mixer or hand mixer either

[@BrittneeKay]

Honestly, I've never tried! I think you'll be able to, just be prepared for an intense arm workout! : ) : )

[@francesblackmoore9552]

Thank you

[@2Ocarina4]

Is the lemon juice just for taste or does it have a specific purpose? Can I use extracts instead?

[@BrittneeKay]

You can add extracts for flavor in addition to the lemon juice, but lemon juice with egg whites helps stabilize them and creates structure. So it helps them stay firm :)

[@adamogilvie6951]

Do you have to add lemon juice? I have oranges, could I add a teaspoon of that or maybe a little vinegar? Great video. Thank you

[@BrittneeKay]

I don’t think orange will be exactly the same because it isn’t as acidic as lemon. I think you can go without it though or try my recipe for meringue powder royal icing on my channel which is so easy!

[@adamogilvie6951]

@@BrittneeKay okay thank you

[@victoriab9059]

I had no clue it was that easy! I am can't wait to try it in December when I am making cookies. I have failed in the past attempting to pipe with store bought frosting.

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes! It’s sooo easy, you’ll never use store icing again 😄 I’m planning on actually make an icing for cookies video sometime closer to December for Christmas cookies as well!

[@victoriab9059]

@@BrittneeKay Can't wait!!

[@anaprieu5761]

Thank you for this very simple and quick recipe ! Can the lemon juice be replaced by fresh orange juice ?

[@BrittneeKay]

No I don’t think so, I believe it is the acidity unique to lemon juice that is important! If you want an even easier recipe for royal icing check out my video that uses meringue!

[@anaprieu5761]

Thank you !!@@BrittneeKay

[@hannahbayaban3391]

Hi is there any way to make the raw egg whites safe? I'm reallt concerned with Salmonella especially will do this with my son. Thanjs.

[@BrittneeKay]

It is safe to eat this icing, but if you'd prefer you can use meringue powder! Check out my other video for the recipe! Just go to my page and search meringue powder royal icing!

[@BrittneeKay]

@@mohana-ivanaraymond3820 Hmm I am not sure why you can't find meringue powder. Is there any way you can order it online and have it shipped? I totally understand the worry about the egg whites, but I really do think they are pretty safe to eat. If you are worried though I would recommend using a different icing! If it's for a cake you can use buttercream! If you want to decorate cookies you can always use chocolate or ganache, and those taste better anyway! :)

[@dilahlaird]

I buy egg whites in the carton they are pasteurized.

[@BrittneeKay]

@@dilahlaird yeah that's awesome! that should work great too!

[@ifejikaifunanya8639]

Hi Please Can I use this for dripping on fondant? I can’t get meringue powder around here.

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes you can! : )

[@athanase9241]

Does the egg yolk need to be warm before we mix it?

[@BrittneeKay]

Egg whites! And no they just need to be room temp 🙂

[@athanase9241]

@@BrittneeKay ok thanks!

[@BrittneeKay]

of course! : )@@athanase9241

[@elliotogie2469]

I love your videos please can you show me how to make icing for cake that it not melt away please

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes, I don't have a regular buttercream recipe video I don't think but buttercream is a great frosting to use that is fairly temperature stable. You can search for a good one online!

[@jiangarcia1760]

Hi…how many cups of sugar for 2 egg whites?and also can I use normal sugar for that recipe?or powdered sugar only?

[@BrittneeKay]

It's 1 lb of sugar for 2 egg whites...1 lb is about 4 cups of powdered sugar. No regular sugar will not work in frosting, it must be powdered!

[@shellsberries]

What would I use to make a flood consistency? Milk or water? I also saw a video using water in a spray bottle

[@BrittneeKay]

You would use water! I have a video that shows you how, just go to my page and search royal icing for flooding cookies 🙂

[@ghadathaher]

What a wonderful video..i saw other videos adding cream of tartar, is this make difference?

[@BrittneeKay]

Thank you! You can definitely use cream of tartar, it helps stabilize your egg whites. I don't bother with it because if I make royal icing with egg whites I usually use it the same day while it's fresh and I have no problem whipping my whites. Hope that helps!

[@hesh9568]

Thank you dear ❤️❤️❤️

[@BrittneeKay]

you're welome!

[@williecaldwell2590]

Could you substitute the lemon for vanilla flavoring?

[@BrittneeKay]

In this recipe the lemon helps stabilize the egg whites. You can also add vanilla, or if you'd like you could use a meringue powder recipe and add vanilla for flavor!

[@williecaldwell2590]

@@BrittneeKay thanks

[@BrittneeKay]

What do you like to use royal icing for the very most? 🍰

[@AndyConlin]

I like how handy it is for "gluing" different elements to a cake!

[@BrittneeKay]

@@AndyConlinme too! very useful!

[@ramonago3690]

Cookies and mini cupcakes

[@earthtominiryu]

cookies!

[@ashblack4351]

Sugar cookies

[@anilkantitripura2115]

I've checked every channel never found anyone really tasting it...

[@BrittneeKay]

Royal icing is more for decoration than taste. It is great for piping and detail work and dries hard. It’s not the type of icing you sit and eat 😄

[@Mamaxhija]

Hello! New sub 🎉 question, can I add water for flood consistency? And will it harden?

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes! For this I suggest using meringue powder rather than egg whites, that's just what I prefer. Here is a video on creating flooding icing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqPXk4NqjtmaoKc

[@BrittneeKay]

And welcome!! Thanks for subscribing! 🥰

[@giftchinazam2181]

Please ma'am for the 2 egg whites how many gram of icing sugar or kg will go for it

[@BrittneeKay]

I’m not sure, check the recipe in the link and convert it on Google 🙂 not sure if you mean total weight or sugar in g

[@DiptiDas-zr6zr]

Are there any alternatives that uses no sugar ?

[@BrittneeKay]

Not that I know of 😄 royal icing IS sugar

[@insight-0-]

How recipes should be explained - simply!! Appreciate the time you took to film this for us.

[@BrittneeKay]

🥲 Thank you! Really appreciate the comment! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!

[@sheenamanjares276]

Can I use royal icing for cake frosting? Is it still soft?

[@BrittneeKay]

No, royal icing is mainly for decorating. It dries hard and isn't that most tasty icing. I would use buttercream to frost a cake!

[@athena5556]

Hi good day.. can I use royal icing for frosting?? Pls answer may question.. i want to make cake for my daughters birthday

[@BrittneeKay]

Royal icing is meant just for decorations generally, like piping and smaller things. I would not frost a whole cake with it, it dries completely hard as a rock!

[@kathymyers-host6187]

Can you put flavoring in it? And corn syrup, too?

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes you can put a bit of flavoring in it as long as it doesn't change the fluidity and texture. I've never heard of putting corn syrup in it...what is that for?

[@kathymyers-host6187]

@@BrittneeKay lol ...I'm not really sure 🤔 maybe as a sweetener?...or to make it Glossy?🤔....I'm still learning as I go....🖐️✝️❤️

[@BrittneeKay]

@@kathymyers-host6187 Oh in that case I wouldn't. Royal Icing is super sweet already so you don't need it for that. As far as glossiness, it will dry a bit matte but you can brush on some edible pearl powder for some extra shine. If you add corn syrup it will most likely just mess with the texture and cause it to not set up properly! :) :)

[@davido247]

lol the edits are amazing! Love ur content keep it up.

[@BrittneeKay]

awwww thank you so much! glad you enjoy!! :)

[@rsig7764]

Does it need to be pure icing sugar ?

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes!

[@rsig7764]

@@BrittneeKay thankyou

[@janelleleonen9327]

hello mam can i use mccornick lemon flavor instead of lemon juice? thank u so much

[@BrittneeKay]

I would say no because the lemon is not for flavor it is used to stabilize the egg whites in the recipe 🙂

[@janelleleonen9327]

thank you mam ☺️

[@BrittneeKay]

@@janelleleonen9327 you're so welcome!

[@kathybrigger9431]

Actually, Kitchen aid mixers or any stand mixer for that matter, are extremely powerful and you should unplug them to work with your hands on the attachments. I have worked with machinery my whole life. I am old. The first thing my dad taught me was at no time do your fingers leave the end of your hands. I run table saws, miter saws, drill presses, etc. and never do any work on them without unplugging them. Even a lawn mower should have the spark plug removed when working on the blade. It's never ridiculous to be safe. Unfortunately, I saw several accidents when I was working and they were all because someone took a short cut. So your fear of the blade is very sound. Always have respect for mixers, food processors, blenders, hand mixers, slicers and so on. They can seriously hurt you and I for one for sure would be so upset because I really enjoy your videos and especially because I don't want to see anyone hurt. Thank you so much for this recipe. I have learned so much from you. Chocolate and frostings are my nemesis. I need all the help I can get when it comes to those two items. Again, thank you.

[@BrittneeKay]

Amen!! I just picture my fingers getting caught in the whisk and it turning on ughhhh. So I agree with you. Those types of accidents can be prevented and it's so sad when people get hurt! Keep practicing chocolate and frosting, you've got it! I'm so glad to know I've helped you! Thanks for the comment! :)

[@kathybrigger9431]

@@BrittneeKay I used to decorate cakes for money when I was in my teens. My aunt taught me how. My whole family does everything. Busy people. I use to be good at it but then life called me and I got away from it. A lot of the things I use to carry in my head I haven't used so I have forgotten them like my frosting recipes. Your videos are so helpful because they are bring things back to me. I did get pretty good at it in the old days but that was 50 years ago. Thanks again Honey for your sharing. I really appreciate it. Stay well and keep those fingers away from those beaters when it's plugged in.

[@BrittneeKay]

@@kathybrigger9431 Aww that is so cool! Your family sounds similar to mine! Learned originally cake decorating and piping skills from my grandma and my mom used to make the cutest cakes for me as a kid. That's so fun to learn more about you. I'm glad you're finding it again if it's something that you enjoy and honored to be a part of it! 😊❤

[@ThisDayFacts]

Will this icing hardens? I literally saw many people writing or even drawing on cakes with something unknown i never know but nobody told me tbh. So I still dont know whats that. So is this that thing or what? I'll appreciate ur response ❤

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes! This is icing that fries hard and crunchy! Used for decorating 🙂

[@bewithswati5465]

Can i make Gazebo with this royal icing?

[@BrittneeKay]

I think so!

[@mebellamebella8205]

Thank you for your share.

[@BrittneeKay]

You're welcome!

[@hridyawarrier760]

Hii Brittany, is there any recipe to make stiff icing without eggs?

[@BrittneeKay]

Yep! Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5fXZWp3r76cjc0

[@hridyawarrier760]

@@BrittneeKay Thank you so much Brittany♥️🥰

[@BrittneeKay]

@@hridyawarrier760 Welcome!

[@SistaLee1978]

Thx for sharing 💕

[@BrittneeKay]

Of course! 😘🥰

[@casperfriendlyjp]

Thank You Sooo Much!! L❤️VE your channel,.... You are a Delight😘!

[@BrittneeKay]

🥰 aww thank you love! so glad you are here!!! 💓

[@shifasyafirarachmat1615]

can I use cream of tartat to substitute the lemon juice?

[@BrittneeKay]

Yep! I don't have a recipe that I use for that, but I'm sure you can find a great one online that works just as great! :)

[@luanasam1215]

Hi If I made it with egg is it tasty same as Meringue powder ?

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes they basically taste the same!

[@luanasam1215]

@@BrittneeKay thanks

[@BrittneeKay]

@@luanasam1215 You're welcome!

[@lauraalberti1978]

Great video! You make it look so easy! Do you know if instead of adding lemon juice you could use cream of tartar for stabilization, and then have it flavored with vainilla? Also, do you know if there's an exact ratio of egg whites to sugar? I'll be using the pasterurized ones out of a carton and need to weight them anyway. Thanks!

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes! You can definitely use a recipe with cream of tartar instead of the lemon and use vanilla to flavor. Since royal icing is fairly simple, you can just search a recipe online and give it a try! As far as egg whites to sugar, I am not sure, but because royal icing is so sweet already if I were using carton egg whites I would just use the same amount and with a fresh egg. There are about 1.25 oz of white in 1 egg. Hope that helps!! :)

[@lauraalberti1978]

@@BrittneeKay Thank you so much!!! i will look that up and give it a try! i'm sure i will end up looking a bit more stressed and messy, but oh well... :)

[@BrittneeKay]

@@lauraalberti1978 You're welcome! I am sure it'll be fab!!

[@Tazertots]

I love your videos!! ❤️

[@BrittneeKay]

🥰 wow thank you soooooo much Adriana! means a lot!! ❤️

[@abigailelizabeth4655]

Omg thank you for this I actually literally set out exactly 2 egg whites like 20 mins ago 😂

[@BrittneeKay]

Lol perfect timing!! 😃

[@sophie_mooney]

So did I but I forgot I needed them and poured them down the sink 😢

[@BrittneeKay]

@@sophie_mooney Oh haha dang it!!

[@allisonkeiyne]

if i will use egg white liquid pasteurized (carton) how many cups is equivalent with 2 egg whites you put?thank you

[@BrittneeKay]

For two egg whites I would use about 2.5 oz or about 1/3 cup :)

[@allisonkeiyne]

@@BrittneeKay thank you❤

[@BrittneeKay]

@@allisonkeiyne You're so welcome!

[@lamirada90638]

Can this recipe be used for transfer flowers if so how long would the flowers last after piping them?

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes you can! I can't say I know for sure how long they'll last. I would make them just a couple of weeks in advance and store them in an airtight container once they've dried.

[@lamirada90638]

@@BrittneeKay thank you! What about using raw egg whites I've seen many tutorials where they heat the egg whites first so is this safe?

[@BrittneeKay]

@@lamirada90638 Yes, it is safe and very common to use raw egg whites in royal icing. Of course there is always a small risk with raw eggs, kinda like eating raw cookie dough. If you don't personally feel comfortable though I do recommend using the meringue powder instead or you can buy pasteurized whites in a carton!

[@lamirada90638]

@@BrittneeKay thank you so much and thank you for sharing your video!

[@BrittneeKay]

@@lamirada90638 You're welcome!

[@rosamomodu897]

Hello, can I use vinegar instead of lemon juice?

[@BrittneeKay]

I'm not sure because I have never tried that! Google does say vinegar can be used as a substitute for lemon juice, so you could give it a try and see how it goes!

[@beans186]

Thank you! How many cups of powdered sugar is in a pound? ❤️

[@BrittneeKay]

About 4 cups!

[@tenelawondwossen1760]

Whats the powder sugar in cups please tell me.

[@BrittneeKay]

1 lb of powdered sugar is usually about 4 cups. I would start with 3 1/2 and add more if your royal icing doesn't seem thick enough!

[@crislopez79]

I left my icing out for a couple of days on the counter. Is it still good?

[@BrittneeKay]

I probably wouldn’t trust it and to be safe just start over from scratch! 🙂

[@alveena_12]

Hi there! How long does this take to harden? Does it dry instantly?

[@BrittneeKay]

It doesn't dry instantly but it does dry quick! Depending on how thick you spread/pipe it on will determine how long. I would say usually it is completely hard within a half hour if you've piped it.

[@alveena_12]

Oh ok tysmm 😇

[@BrittneeKay]

@@alveena_12 you're welcome!

[@ashblack4351]

Thanks great video

[@BrittneeKay]

You’re welcome!!

[@ramonago3690]

I really enjoyed your tutorial, I’m subscribed. ❤️🦋🐝 can’t wait to make my thanksgiving and Christmas cookies 🐝 thanks 🙏

[@BrittneeKay]

welcome!! so happy to have you here!! ❤️

[@clarissahenderson-smith2375]

Hi! What is the measurement for the powder sugar?

[@BrittneeKay]

1 lb powdered sugar! 🙂

[@clarissahenderson-smith2375]

@@BrittneeKay hi! Thanks. This was a success glue for our gingerbread houses.

[@sislaurlieyummyfoodlifesty2315]

Thanks for sharing

[@BrittneeKay]

you're welcome!!

[@valerieevans3206]

Is this icing sugar

[@BrittneeKay]

This is royal icing, made with powdered sugar. Does that answer your question? You can use it for cookies or decorating cakes!

[@sandrasanchez4955]

Which one tastes better?

[@BrittneeKay]

Honestly, neither. Royal icing for me is more of a decorative icing, I never eat it. But you definitely can and you can add flavor into the recipe if you'd like. They both taste extremely similar...basically just like sugar!

[@sandrasanchez4955]

ok! thank you

[@haileys9670]

Love the video thanks! Lol omg even my worst fear is getting my fingers caught in the mixer 😂

[@BrittneeKay]

Hehe I know, right!? It’s so scary for real!!! 😂😂😂

[@regular_siya]

Does it harden?

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes it does harden!

[@ratonperez6745]

I have all those ingredients at home but does the egg white royal icing hardens if I put it in a piping bag and sit the piping bags in the refrigerator for a day would something happen or should I leav it outside the refrigerator?

[@BrittneeKay]

If you put it in a bag in advance it sometimes can lose its structure and get weepy (like looser and leak liquid). I would say whip it fresh before you want to use it! But if you have leftovers, you can put it in a covered container or if you do put it in a piping bag cover the tip with a damp cloth to keep it from getting crusty. Hope that helps!!

[@saharaofficialuk7986]

So nice

[@BrittneeKay]

thanks!!

[@Fatima.Creates]

I forgot to sift my powdered sugar and I got a grainy chunky icing, isn't there any way to solve that? 💔

[@BrittneeKay]

If the chunks are really big push it through a strainer or colander or see if you can break them up while you’re whipping the icing!

[@arinzadara1094]

Apakah anda pernah mencoba membuat royal icing dengan bahan bubuk putih telur?

[@BrittneeKay]

Ya! Saya punya video tentang itu juga jika Anda ingin menonton :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5fXZWp3r76cjc0

[@jrelevates1574]

I only have lime juice, wish me luck.

[@BrittneeKay]

Good luck! 😃😄

[@sunnyybakes]

Wouldn't the egg whites be raw?

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes they are raw but they are ok to eat. Also this icing is mostly meant for decorating and not eating. I also have a royal icing recipe with meringue powder instead of fresh eggs you can watch if you prefer that!

[@laaraibkhan9426]

How many cookies would this cover ?? X

[@BrittneeKay]

That is a good question. Depends on how big and what you're piping. Just a guess for a random cookie size with just one layer of icing, maybe 20-30? I could be way off though because I've never measured, sorry!

[@laaraibkhan9426]

@@BrittneeKay Thankyou !!

[@BrittneeKay]

@@laaraibkhan9426 No prob!

[@lamirada90638]

You can use raw egg whites?!

[@BrittneeKay]

Yes you can! But if you prefer meringue powder, I also have a video for that recipe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5fXZWp3r76cjc0

[@lamirada90638]

@@BrittneeKay thank you

[@Mylifeasahousewife]

How much the 1lb to cups?

[@BrittneeKay]

1 lb of powdered sugar equals about 3 1/2 to 4 cups. Start with 3 1/2 and add until you get the consistency you like! :)

[@racheltana]

🎉

[@terryraines9952]

silly girl:) love the opening

[@BrittneeKay]

😄

[@braiwiberg3957]

Gingerbread Houses :) :) :)

[@BrittneeKay]

(or just use hot glue but don't tell anyone)

[@eugenialo8672]

In spanish please

[@BrittneeKay]

I don’t speak Spanish 🙂🙂