Cake frosting techniques

I’m sharing 30 different ways to pipe with star tips. Use the piping techniques for buttercream, whipped cream, or any other frosting!

Sometimes you want to simply frost a cake without using any crazy tools or special skills. What I love about this technique is that you just need an icing spatula to create a beautiful design. It’s perfect for beginners or anyone who doesn’t want to spend a long period of time perfectly frosting a cake.Continue reading "Simple Frosting Technique Using an Offset Spatula"

Learn how to frost a cake the easy way with some of our favorite techniques! These cake decorating methods are great even for beginners!

Discover the essential cake decorating supplies you need to create stunning cakes. From turntables to piping bags, learn how these tools can elevate your cake designs to professional levels. Perfect for beginners and pros alike!

This pin covers how to frost a cake for beginners. We talk leveling, stacking, filling, crumb coating, as well as getting smooth sides and clean edges!

In this video I will teach you this popular elegant and rustic frosting technique, which is much easier than it looks.This look is especially popular for wed...

Discover the ultimate recipe for mascarpone frosting for cake! Super easy with simple ingredients, this sturdy and firm frosting creates a smooth finish on your birthday cake. Its creamy texture is perfect for wedding cakes too. Ready in just 3 minutes, follow my tips for the smoothest cake frosting ever. Say goodbye to buttercream and hello to a delicious change!

This tutorial shows you how to color buttercream frosting, including creating both pastels and vibrant colors-perfect for cakes and cupcakes!

Dan Langan on Instagram: "This homestyle frosting technique has become one of my favorite buttercream finishes. Start with a smooth, airless buttercream that spreads easily. I like to microwave the buttercream in 3-4 second intervals, stirring well after each, until the buttercream is the consistency of mayonnaise. Don’t make it too melty- though if you do you can let it sit until it firms up again. Frost the cake with a generous layer of buttercream, I go just under a 1/2” thick for this…

Emily | British Girl Bakes on Instagram: "If you struggle with smooth frosting, skip it! Try one of these techniques instead. If you need more details and step by step instructions you’ll find them in my tutorial - search on YouTube for 7 Cakes Without Smooth Frosting 😊 #buttercream #buttercreamcakes #frosting #cakedecorating #cakereels #cakereel #britishgirlbakes"