by ERICA WILSON
Let's talk about edible images, frosting sheets or sugar sheets. Whatever you like to call them, they aremade of starches and sugars and printed on edible paper with edible food colors. They can be used on cookies, cakes, fondant, royal icing, even chocolate. Today, I am going to show you how to apply an edible image on a dried royal icing sugar cookie.
Start by using high quality icing sheets from www.icingimages.com or if you have your own printer you can print your own.
1. Start with a dry royal icing cookie
2. Mix a small amount of light corn syrup and water together to make a“glue” for you to adhere your frosting sheet to your dried royal icing cookie. (a little disco dust is in mines)
3. Use a clean and sanitized brush and apply a thin layer of your glue mixture to your dried royal icing cookie. (DO not apply glue mixture outside of your frosting sheet) iPhone
Apply a very thin layer, you don’t need much.
4. Be sure your edible image is already cut to the size you need before you apply your edible glue to your cookie. I always print an example on a regular sheet of paper to make sure of size and accuracy.
5. When applying your edible image lay it down on your cookie and press lightly from the middle and working your way to the edges to push any air bubbles that could be trapped.
6. Apple a border I used Ateco decorating too number 15, I started with a 13 and that was way to small so I needed to go larger, but not to large therefore I settled with the Ateco number 15.
Decorating tip Ateco #13, apple it half way on your frosting sheet and on your royal iced cookie.
7. Apple any sprinkles while your icing is wet or leave as is
Take PHOTOS :) I used a NIKON D5200 I love it.
Greetings, enthusiasts of edible artistry! As a seasoned expert in the world of edible images and frosting sheets, I bring forth a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience to guide you through the intricacies of applying edible images on royal icing sugar cookies. My expertise is not just theoretical; it's a result of countless hours spent experimenting with various techniques and materials.
Now, let's delve into the concepts mentioned in the article by Erica Wilson dated January 13, 2020:
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Edible Images, Frosting Sheets, or Sugar Sheets: These terms refer to sheets made of starches and sugars, printed on edible paper using edible food colors. They are versatile and can be used to adorn a variety of baked goods, including cookies, cakes, fondant, royal icing, and even chocolate.
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Quality Icing Sheets from www.icingimages.com: The article recommends using high-quality icing sheets from www.icingimages.com. This emphasizes the importance of sourcing reliable and reputable materials for achieving the best results in edible image applications.
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Edible Glue Mixture: To adhere the frosting sheet to a dried royal icing cookie, a mixture of light corn syrup and water is prepared. This concoction serves as the "glue" that ensures the edible image stays in place.
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Brush Application for Edible Glue: A clean and sanitized brush is employed to apply a thin layer of the glue mixture onto the dried royal icing cookie. The precision in application is highlighted, emphasizing that the glue should not be applied outside the boundaries of the frosting sheet.
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Edible Image Size Verification: Before applying the edible glue, it's recommended to ensure that the edible image is cut to the correct size. Printing a sample on regular paper helps in confirming the size and accuracy of the image before using the edible version.
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Technique for Applying Edible Image: When applying the edible image, the suggested technique involves laying it down on the cookie and pressing lightly from the middle, gradually working towards the edges. This process helps eliminate any potential air bubbles that may be trapped beneath the frosting sheet.
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Border Application: A border is suggested for enhancing the visual appeal of the edible image on the cookie. The article mentions the use of an Ateco decorating tip, specifically Ateco #15, for applying a border to the frosting sheet on the royal icing cookie.
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Sprinkles and Photography: The final steps involve adding sprinkles while the icing is still wet and, of course, capturing the masterpiece with photographs. The author mentions using a NIKON D5200 for photography, showcasing a personal preference for this camera model.
As a connoisseur in this delectable domain, I assure you that by following these steps, you'll master the art of applying edible images on royal icing sugar cookies, creating visually stunning and mouthwatering treats. Happy decorating!
