Fluffy Boiled Icing

Fluffy Boiled Icing is a glossy smooth frosting that forms a crust but remains soft inside (similar to 7 minute icing).

Yield

8 cups

Ingredients

3 tablespoons meringue powder
1/2 cup cold water
2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup corn syrup
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon clear vanilla extract

Directions

Beat meringue powder and cold water until stiff, about 4 minutes.

In microwave safe bowl stir sugar, corn syrup and water. Microwave on high for approximately 5 minutes until syrup mixture comes to a boil. Remove, let mixture cool slightly for 1 - 2 minutes.

Slowly add syrup to meringue mixture. Beat on high for 4 minutes.

Additional Information

Heating syrup using top of range instead of microwave: Mix sugar, corn syrup and water in 2 quart saucepan. Bring to boil; cool slightly. Slowly add syrup to meringue mixture. Add vanilla. Beat on high for 4 minutes.

Use icing immediately.

Storage

Iced cake can be stored at room temperature. Serve within 24 hours.