1 lb. (about 4 cups) confectioners sugar
3 tablespoons meringue powder (you can find it at baking supply and craft stores)
6 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon vanilla, almond, or lemon extract
red and blue food coloring
3 tablespoons meringue powder (you can find it at baking supply and craft stores)
6 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon vanilla, almond, or lemon extract
red and blue food coloring
zip lock or piping bags
Several ballots printed on 8.5x11" parchment paper or vellum
Several ballots printed on 8.5x11" parchment paper or vellum
Download the ballots here (print on parchment cut into 8.5x11" sheets")
Candy buttons template
Download the template here (print on regular 8.5x11" paper)
parchment paper strips
tape
scissors
DIRECTIONS
parchment paper strips
tape
scissors
DIRECTIONS
1. Combine all ingredients in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and beat until smooth and lump free. The frosting should be able to drip, but not run. If it's too thick, add more water and if it's too runny, add more confectioners sugar. Scoop 1/3rd of the icing into a zip lock bag and seal bag. Divide remaining icing into 2 bowls. Color one batch red, the other blue, then scoop into separate zip lock bags and seal.
2. Cut printed ballots out of parchment. Cut strips of parchment and tape on top of the candy buttons template.
3. Use scissors to snip a tiny whole off the corner of the bag. Carefully pipe "dots" on the ballots and parchment strips. Let dry completely.
2. Cut printed ballots out of parchment. Cut strips of parchment and tape on top of the candy buttons template.
3. Use scissors to snip a tiny whole off the corner of the bag. Carefully pipe "dots" on the ballots and parchment strips. Let dry completely.
Not sure how my dog managed to get his name on the ballot, but I guess he'd be good in public office. |
Whichever side you lean towards this election day, just make sure your voice is heard and you've got these sweet treats by your side.
Clever and cute!
ReplyDeleteSo fun!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet idea!
ReplyDeleteAlways wondered how to make candy buttons.
That looks like soooo much fun!!
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