I use this spatula every time I thin or color my icing. It's incredibly sturdy, thanks to its metal core, allowing you to easily stir through thicker icing without it bending.
The spatula is 21.5 cm long and made of food-grade silicone. It's heat-resistant up to 220°C and dishwasher-safe. That's great, because coloring royal icing can quickly get messy. Just pop it in the dishwasher, and it's like new again.
This variant comes in navy blue, a lovely color if you like to coordinate your baking tools. The spatula is also available in pink, which you can also find in the shop.
Why this icing spatula works so well
I prefer to use this baking spatula when thinning royal icing to flood consistency. Because it's sturdy enough to stir well, yet flexible enough to scrape along the edge of your bowl, you don't have to constantly switch between a spatula and a spoon. That saves on washing up.
The spatula is from the brand The Cookie Countess. They specifically designed it for working with icing, and it shows. It doesn't bend like cheaper spatulas do. Whether you're decorating cookies or mixing a large batch of royal icing, this cookie decorating spatula is a great tool to have in your drawer.
Specifications
Length: 21.5 cm
Material: food-grade silicone with metal core
Heat-resistant up to 220°C
Dishwasher safe
Brand: The Cookie Countess
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I also use this spatula for buttercream or ganache?
Yes, absolutely! Thanks to the metal core, it's sturdy enough for thicker mixtures. I mainly use it for royal icing myself, but it works just as well for buttercream, ganache, or even cake batter.
What is the difference from a regular kitchen spatula?
A regular silicone spatula often bends when stirring through thicker icing. This one has a metal core that keeps it sturdy, but the silicone edge is flexible enough to scrape your bowl clean. That makes it ideal as an icing spatula.