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Nan's Double Boiled Icing

Boiled Icing is a fluffy icing for cakes and some people say it tastes like marshmallows!
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recipe for boiled icing

Equipment

  • Double Boiler Pot
  • Electric Hand Mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Cake Decorating Icing Spatula

Ingredients

  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 1/2 cups old fashioned brown sugar
  • 5 tbsp water
  • 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions

  • Using your double boiler pot, combine all ingredients except vanilla
  • Blend with electric hand mixer
  • Place over boiling water and beat with electric hand mixer until fluffy & thick
  • Blend in vanilla flavoring
  • Use an icing spatula to ice cake
  • Serve & Enjoy!

Notes

You can add sprinkles and candles or serve it plain.  The goodness is in the frosting!
Servings: 12 Servings