The Perfect Vegan Royal Icing Recipe (Great for Cookies)
Vegan royal icing perfection awaits! This glossy, smooth icing is made with just a few simple ingredients, creating a stunning finish for cookies, cakes, and holiday treats. Ideal for intricate designs or a classic drizzle, it sets beautifully, making your baked goods look as lovely as they taste.
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 976kcal
Cost: $4
Ingredients
- 500 g. powdered sugar about 4 ½ cups
- ⅓ cup aquafaba canned chickpea brine
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- vegan food coloring optional
Instructions
- If using a hand mixer, place the powdered sugar, aquafaba, cream of tartar, and vanilla extract into a large mixing bowl; otherwise, place it into a stand mixer fitted with a whip attachment.
- Start mixing on low speed to avoid powdered sugar flying everywhere. After about 90 seconds when the icing starts to come together, gradually increase the speed to medium and continue mixing until the icing forms stiff peaks and has a smooth consistency. This process should take 4–5 minutes.
- If using food coloring, divide the icing into separate bowls and add your desired colors, mixing thoroughly to achieve even coloring. This recipe is made intentionally on the thicker side so that if you are using liquid or gel food coloring, it doesn’t become too loose when you mix them in.
- The icing can be used immediately or stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Stir before use if storing.
Notes
🌀 Sift Happens!
If your powdered sugar has been hanging out for a while, give it a sift before mixing it into your icing. A wire mesh strainer works great if you don’t have a sifter, or blitz it in a food processor to knock out any clumps. 🥶 Don’t Use Frosty The Snowman’s Liquid Frostbite Juice:
Make sure your plant-based milk is room temperature before adding it to the icing. This gives you a smoother blend and a better set. 🧪 Consistency is Futile:
Check your icing’s consistency by drizzling it from a spoon. It should flow smoothly but hold its shape. If it’s too runny, mix in more powdered sugar; if it’s too thick, add a bit more milk to hit that sweet spot. ⏳ Freeze? Hard Pass!
Let your iced treats set at room temperature. Refrigerating can cause cracks and condensation, which will mess up your masterpiece.
If your powdered sugar has been hanging out for a while, give it a sift before mixing it into your icing. A wire mesh strainer works great if you don’t have a sifter, or blitz it in a food processor to knock out any clumps. 🥶 Don’t Use Frosty The Snowman’s Liquid Frostbite Juice:
Make sure your plant-based milk is room temperature before adding it to the icing. This gives you a smoother blend and a better set. 🧪 Consistency is Futile:
Check your icing’s consistency by drizzling it from a spoon. It should flow smoothly but hold its shape. If it’s too runny, mix in more powdered sugar; if it’s too thick, add a bit more milk to hit that sweet spot. ⏳ Freeze? Hard Pass!
Let your iced treats set at room temperature. Refrigerating can cause cracks and condensation, which will mess up your masterpiece.
Nutrition
Calories: 976kcal | Carbohydrates: 250g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 68mg | Sugar: 245g | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.2mg