7 Minute Frosting Recipe

• 1 1/2 cups of sugar
• 1/3 cup cold water
• 2 large egg whites
• 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
• a pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions :

1. In a medium glass bowl, mix the sugar, water, egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt.
2. Put a pot of water on the stove to simmer. Meanwhile, beat the egg mixture with an electric mixer on low heat for 30 seconds. Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, form a bain-marie and continue whisking over high heat for 7 minutes, until stiff and shiny.
3. Remove from heat, add vanilla, and beat for another 1 to 2 minutes.
4. Use immediately, the glaze will harden quickly.