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Royal icing is the go-to stuff for picture-perfect sugar cookies, because it makes a neat, hard and glossy finish that professional bakers and home chefs love. This icing is rich and thick and may ...

Nicole Modic shows how to whirl up granulated sugar in a blender. Even if you love to bake and have all the essentials on hand, if an ingredient runs out mid-recipe, you'll need a suitable substitute.

Whether you’ve run out of powdered sugar or simply want to try something new, learning how to make icing without powdered sugar can be easier than you think—and just as delicious to your taste buds.