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.
Other Goodies
Royal Icing Made with Meringue Powder
Meringue powder, available in most shops that carry cake decorating, makes a very stable royal icing.
Chocolate Buttermilk Frosting
The tang of buttermilk helps offset the sweetness in this rich chocolate icing.
Burnt Butter Icing
The nutty flavor of browned butter makes a truly luscious icing.