2 c Powdered sugar; sifted
1/4 c Warm water
4 ts Meringue powder
1/4 ts Cream of tartar
Combine all ingredients into a small mixing bowl. Beat with an electric
mixer on low speed till combined, then on high speed for 7 to 10 min. or
till stiff. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons additional warm water, 1 teaspoon at a
time, till of glazing consistency. Use at once Spread each cookie almost to
edge with glaze. Let dry on wire rack at least 4 hours or till completely
dry. Paint as desired.
Painting Directions: Place small dabs of desired paste food colorings on
palette paper. Using a #2 shader brush, paint the largest shape of the
design in the center of the cookie. Let food coloring dry completely. Add
additional shapes using a #2 filbert brush, letting each color dry before
adding another. Outline shapes with a #1 script liner brush. Let dry
thoroughly.
Yields
1 Servings