Sugar Paste Icing

Posted on Feb 1st 2016

Sugar Paste Icing

Although time consuming to make... it is an item you can make and store in your refrigerator for several months and use it as needed!

1 lb powdered sugar
5 oz. Water
1/2 tsp of your favorite extract flavoring

Put the powdered sugar, water and extract into a heavy pan and heat on low, stirring continuously, until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil until your candy thermometer reaches 240ÂºF. Pour the hot syrup onto a cold wet working surface or marble board and let it cool slightly. Lift the edges of the syrup with a metal spatula and fold towards the center. Continue working around the syrup until the syrup forms a dense mass. Now it should be cool enough to work by hand. Knead like you would bread dough until you have a smooth white paste. Wrap and let cool completely before storing in the fridge. To use... Break off a piece in the size you need and place it in a bowl over a pan of hot water and heat gently until the mixture is the consistency of a thick cream. You may need to add some water or more flavoring.