Royal icing can feel tricky at first—but once you understand how to control its consistency, a whole world of cookie and cake decorating opens up. At ENCO, we make it simple to achieve the three essential textures: stiff, medium, and flood. Here's how to get each one just right using ENCO's Royal Icing Mix.

Stiff consistency is what you’ll need when your decorations require structure. Think piped roses, sharp ruffles, or upright borders—anything that needs to hold its shape firmly. To achieve this, mix 500 grams of ENCO Royal Icing powder with about five to six tablespoons of water. The icing should form stiff peaks that don’t move. If the mixture feels too dry or crumbly, add water just a drop at a time until it reaches the ideal texture. Because this consistency can crust quickly, keep it covered with plastic wrap directly touching the surface to prevent it from drying out while you work.

Medium consistency is perfect for outlining cookies or adding decorative piping. It flows more easily than stiff icing, but still holds enough body to stay in place. To make it, add seven to eight tablespoons of water per 500 grams of mix. The icing should form soft peaks that gently fold over. A good way to test this is by running a knife through the icing—the line should disappear in about 15 to 20 seconds. This consistency gives you smooth lines and details without running, but it’s not ideal for anything that needs to stand tall, like flowers or structural borders.

Flood consistency is your go-to for filling in cookies with that smooth, glossy finish. It’s the thinnest of the three and creates an even surface that dries beautifully. To get this texture, mix nine to ten tablespoons of water per 500 grams of ENCO Royal Icing. When you run a knife through it, the line should vanish in about five to ten seconds. The icing should flow easily without being runny. For better results, use a scribe tool to guide the icing into corners and to pop any air bubbles for a clean, professional look.

What sets ENCO’s Royal Icing apart is how beautifully it works with color. ENCO offers vibrant and consistent results with a smooth finish that doesn’t crack or flake. Whether you're piping intricate designs or flooding dozens of cookies, you’ll notice the difference in performance and presentation.

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