Royal icing needs to be used in conjunction with almond paste (marzipan) to achieve a perfectly flat finish. Elaborate decorative effects are then added using specialist decorating tools such as ...

Mix all the ingredients together and beat with an electric beater till stiff peaks are formed. 2. Spread over the cake. 3. If you want coloured icing, add the colour before you start beating the mix.

Because some icings (such as Italian buttercream or royal icing) may include raw eggs ... pasteurised egg whites can be substiuted into the recipe.

But if you've ever followed a royal icing recipe or compared several to see which one you want to use, you've probably ...

Christmas cake is a type of fruit cake loaded with dry fruits, caramel and brandy. In this recipe, it is topped with an almond paste and royal icing.

This recipe was created by Karla Goodwin ... Remove from the oven and cool for at least 30 minutes before icing. Transfer a few tablespoons of the royal icing to a small bowl and add a teaspoon ...

Coffee cake is one of the most popular homemade cake recipes to whip up due to its rich unique flavour but it is also incredibly easy to bake. As the UK heads ... up the icing, and a mere 18 ...

The next time you bust out the piping bag, one major rule to keep in mind is not to mix royal icing and buttercream. When combined, the latter can break down the former, resulting in melty ...

Prince Harry is likely to snub the UK after his return hints as “his life is in America”, a royal expert has claimed. The Duke of Sussex will celebrate privately with his wife and children on ...

Former royal chef Carolyn Robb shares three recipes that are perfect for a Platinum ... and then dust lightly with icing sugar. Secure each end of the bunting to the top of a straw-encased skewer ...

Keep some cooked and mashed pumpkin in the freezer for this recipe. Defrost and bring to room temperature before using. Cake can be made in a 23cm cake tin but reduce the cooking time accordingly.