Five simple steps for how to cover your cake in marzipan and royal icing. Watch the technique videos for more information and see the recipe tips (below) for how to create the simple Christmas ...

Christmas cake is a type of fruit cake loaded with dry fruits, caramel and brandy. In this recipe, it is topped with an almond paste and royal icing.

In essence, royal icing is to cookies what buttercream frosting is to cakes -- a reliable go-to for professionals and home chefs alike. However, although most royal icing recipes are simple and ...