Let’s all be honest: When we reach for a slice of cake, we’re in it for the frosting more than anything else. There’s nothing that can transform a cake from just OK to practically heavenly like a ...

If you're hesitant to make cakes from scratch because the cake layers tend to slide while you're frosting, give it another try using this expert's tips.

A classic American buttercream frosting is the place to start if you’re a beginner baker. It’s a recipe you’ll turn to time and time again for frosting cupcakes, topping birthday cakes and more. To ...

If you're baking to impress, cream cheese icing can be used to decorate a variety of cakes, and these expert tips will help ...

“The phrase ‘icing on the cake’ refers to making something that is already good even better — that’s what icing does,” says Elizabeth Wall, kitchen manager at Maxie B’s bakery in Greensboro, North ...

Sweet, creamy frosting is an easy (and decadent) way to embellish your favorite dessert. Basic icing is sugar mixed with milk, which is then flavored with cream cheese, cocoa powder and butter or egg ...

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Q: My sister insists you need to refrigerate a cake made with buttercream frosting (just the simple type with powdered sugar, butter and a splash of milk) because it contains butter. Our mother never ...