Photo: Sara Cervera
Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
178
Calories
7g
Protein
11g
Fat
14g
Carbs
What these numbers assume — 3 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Egg | 1 large egg (50g) | 78 |
| Cream | 1 tbsp (15ml) heavy | 51 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 2 large egg whites
- ⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 2 ½ cups (300 g / 11 oz ) confectioners' sugar
- Liquid or paste food coloring
Directions
1
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites on low for about 1 minute until they become loose.
2
Add the cream of tartar and continue mixing on low until the whites become frothy, about 2 minutes.
3
Gradually add the confectioners' sugar with the mixer on low.
4
Continue to mix until the icing holds a stiff peak and is dull in appearance, about 2 minutes. The icing is ready to use for piping lines.
Recipe sourced from
wikibooks