Total Calories: 2,173
In a large mixer bowl at low speed, beat powdered sugar, egg whites, water, almond extract and cream of tartar until well blended. Beat at high speed for 3 minutes or until thick and glossy with soft peaks.
Divide mixture into small bowls, tinting each with food color as desired. Drop about 1/4 cup of the nuts at a time into colored mixture. Stir to coat well.With a fork, remove nuts, one at a time, shaking off excess icing. Use a small knife to push nuts off fork onto waxed paper. Thin mixture with a few drops of water if necessary. Let nuts stand overnight or until completely set. Store in an airtight container.
This Royal Iced Nuts recipe is from the Holiday Cookbook Cookbook. Download this Cookbook today.