Gingerbread House Glue Recipe (Easy Icing For Decorating)
My handy DIY gingerbread house glue is made from an easy royal icing recipe that will hold your house together all season long! With only 3 ingredients and no heat necessary, even the kiddos can help make this 'glue'. Best of all, you don't have to hold pieces together forever until they dry- it takes no time at all!
4tablespoonwater(use cold water, up to 6 tablespoons as needed to reach your desired consistency)
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Instructions
Combine the dry ingredients (1 lb powdered sugar and 3 tablespoon meringue powder) in a glass mixing bowl. I like to whisk these dry ingredients together before adding water.
Mix in 2 tablespoons of the 4 tablespoon water. Slowly add water as needed until it reaches a very thick consistency.
Transfer the icing to a piping bag or Ziploc plastic storage bag and cut the corner off. Start with a small tip and open up more if needed.
Notes
You can find meringue powder in any store that sells cake decorating supplies including the party supply section at Wal-mart.
Check the consistency of your frosting by dragging a knife through it. You want it to leave a clear path behind it. If it is too thick, add a small amount of water, mix, and test with your knife again. If it is too thin, add more powdered sugar, mix, and test with your knife until it reaches your desired consistency.
To store: The icing can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. If storing in a bowl, cover with cling film that rests on the icing surface to prevent it from forming a skin or drying out.
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