Meringue powder, available in most shops that carry cake decorating, makes a very stable royal icing.

Royal icing is the glue or mortar of the decorating world. It flows smoothly and dries very hard, which makes it ideal for gingerbread house construction and intricate details such as latticework and script.

This poured fondant dries to a nice semi-glossy finish that can be painted or decorated with sugar. The recipe can easily be doubled.

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