Royal Icing 101

Let's get technical! This hands-on class is for cookie decorators seeking to fine-tune their royal icing skills. 

Where: Mik & Cookies Studio in Vista, CA (exact location to be provided via email separately from order confirmation)

When: Wednesday, March 18

Time: 2:00PM-5:30PM — The class will be approximately 3.5 hours long, it could run longer.

Please note, the first half of class will be standing room only for icing prep, the second half will be seated.

Session Overview

• We will begin with a comprehensive icing demonstration; you'll watch as I create the perfect batch from start to finish.

• Learn the nuances of achieving different consistencies: stiff, detail, flood, and hybrid.

• Each student will receive a bowl of freshly made icing to experiment hands-on. 

• You'll learn to thin your icing to reach the desired consistency.

• Add color to bring your color palettes to life.

• Expertly fill piping bags to prepare for decorating.

• Practice with each different consistency utilizing various techniques.

Techniques and Skills

• Expand your creativity with four fundamental icing transfer techniques:

  • Icing Transfers - Perfect for personalizing cookies with characters and designs without using a projector.

  • DIY Sprinkle Mixes - Create custom sprinkle mixes.

  • Stenciled Shapes - Use stencils to achieve precise shapes and patterns effortlessly.

Additionally, I will introduce a dehydrator as a method for quickly drying your icing transfers. Furthermore, we'll cover the techniques for dipping cookies to create a smooth base layer and effortlessly create a marble effect on our cookies. 

Practice Makes Progress

While the class focuses on mastering icing and transfer techniques, you'll have plenty of cookies to practice on using your prepared icing. 

What's Included?

• All materials and tools required for the class, including icing, mixing tools, colors, and cookies.

• Light refreshments and snacks to keep your creative juices flowing.

What you will take home:

• Take-home handouts and templates for practicing at home

• Link to download my Royal Icing Transfer Guide

• My Royal Icing Recipe

• Custom-made sprinkles

• Your practice cookies

• Your prepared icing to continue practicing at home

Location and Registration

This class will take place in my cozy cookie cottage in Vista, CA (zip code 92083). You will receive the address details via email.

Spaces are limited, so we recommend early registration. This class is limited to 5 seats, no exceptions.

Cancellation Policy:
All cookie classes are ticketed events and are final sale. Refunds or transfers to future class dates are not permitted. If you are unable to attend, you may send a friend in your place. Please notify us at mik@mikandcookies.com in advance with the attendee’s name.