How long does it take to make icing?

Making icing can vary in time depending on the type and complexity of the icing and the method of preparation. Here are some general time ranges for making different types of icing:

1. Simple Icing:

- Powdered Sugar Icing: 5-10 minutes

- Milk Icing: 5-10 minutes

2. Buttercream Icing:

- Basic Buttercream: 10-15 minutes

- Whipped Cream Buttercream: 10-15 minutes

- Swiss Meringue Buttercream (cooked method): 15-20 minutes

- Italian Meringue Buttercream (cooked method): 15-20 minutes

- French Buttercream (cooked method): 15-20 minutes

3. Ganache:

- Chocolate Ganache: 10-15 minutes

4. Cream Cheese Frosting:

- Basic Cream Cheese Frosting: 10-15 minutes

- No-Bake Cream Cheese Frosting: 5-10 minutes

5. Royal Icing:

- Basic Royal Icing: 10-15 minutes

Keep in mind that these time ranges are approximate and may vary depending on your recipe, ingredients, and individual techniques. Factors like chilling time, adding extra ingredients, or achieving a desired consistency can affect the overall preparation time.