How to Frost a Cake (for beginners)

How to Frost a Cake for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Guide

Frosting a cake can seem intimidating, especially if you’re new to baking, but with a few simple techniques, you can create a beautifully frosted cake. This guide will walk you through the process. 

Gather Your Tools and Ingredients

Before you start, make sure you have everything you need:

  • Cake: Baked, completely cooled and assembled.
  • Frosting: You can use buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or any frosting of your choice.
  • Offset spatula: For spreading the frosting.
  • Icing Smooth: To smooth the sides.
  • Cake turntable: Is used to make frosting & smoothing out the cake quick and easy

How to Add a Top Coat

  • Add the top coat of frosting: Add a generous amount of frosting to the top of the cake. Use your offset spatula to spread evenly, working from the center outward.
  • Frost the sides: Add more frosting to the sides of the cake, spreading it evenly with the offset spatula.
  • Smooth the sides: Gently press icing smoother against the side of the cake at a slight angle and slowly rotate the cake using your turntable & scrape the sides of the cake.
With a little practice, frosting your top coats will become easier each time. Let us know if you have any questions in the comments below. Happy baking!

Check out the video below for a step-by-step visual!

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FAQ

Can I use store-bought frosting?

Yes, you can! Store-bought frosting is convenient, but if you want to elevate it, you can whip it with a mixer to make it lighter and fluffier.

What if I make a mistake while frosting?

Don’t worry! You can scrape off the frosting, start over, or use decorations to cover imperfections.

How should I store a frosted cake?

Store the frosted cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Bring it to room temperature before serving.

Can I freeze a frosted cake?

Yes! You can freeze a frosted cake by placing it in the freezer until the frosting is firm, then wrapping it tightly in plastic wrap. Defrost it in the fridge before serving.

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