Egg Yolk Paint

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This is an easy way to decorate cookies and a great alternative to using frosting.

Ingredients

• egg yolk

• 1/4 teaspoon water

• food coloring

Procedures

1.Blend well 1 egg yolk and 1/4 teaspoon water.

2.Divide mixture among several small custard cups. Add a different food coloring to each cup to make bright colors.

3.Paint designs on cookies with small paintbrushes.

Notes

• If egg yolk paint thickens on standing, add a few drops of water.

Source

• Betty Crocker's Cook Book for Boys and Girls, out of copyright