Free of meringue powder or even egg whites (safe for consumption for everyone!), chef Ryan Scott's recipe for royal icing is fuss-free.
It's perfect for decorating Ryan's classic gingerbread men cookies or Buddy's classic sugar cookies. We've also got these fun gingerbread decorating ideas.
Whisk the powdered sugar, corn syrup, vanilla and salt to form a smooth icing. Add 4 tablespoons milk to thin out the icing, gradually adding more milk as needed. For piping, the icing should resemble the consistency of toothpaste. Transfer to a piping bag.