Decorator frosting is a type of frosting that is used to decorate cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. It is also known as royal icing or hard frosting and is made from confectioners' sugar, meringue powder, water, and flavorings. Decorator frosting can be used to create a variety of decorative effects, such as piping, writing, and flowers. It is also used to create edible decorations, such as snowflakes and stars. The frosting is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. This article will introduce you to some of the best recipes for decorator frosting, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs and preferences.
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DECORATOR BUTTERCREAM ICING
I always use this when I decorate cakes and I get many, many compliments on the wonderful taste. It is not that usual shortening-and-sugar-bakery-icing taste. If I am not using it to decorate a cake with, I use my all butter variation: Recipe #261024.
Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 3 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cream butter and shortening then add vanilla.
- Add sugar a cup at a time beating on medium speed.
- Add milk 1 Tbls. at a time and beat on high until completely blended.
- TIP: To cut the sweetness I usually sprinkle some salt in the vanilla (so it will dissolve) before proceeding with recipe as instructed.
CAKE DECORATOR'S FROSTING
Tastes just like those wedding cake frostings we've all eaten - ultra-creamy and sweet!!! This recipe came from a cake decorating class I took many years ago. It is an excellent frosting for wedding and birthday cakes, and has the perfect consistency to use with a pastry bag/tube for writing or making colored roses, leaves or other decorations. You can make it any flavor you like! frosts a 2-layer cake plus some
Provided by BeachGirl
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 1 batch, 16-20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Using electric mixer (prefereably not handheld), cream shortening until very soft.
- Add salt, a little powdered sugar and flavorings.
- Alternately add water and powdered sugar, beating on medium speed until frosting is smooth after each addition.
- ***Do not mix on high speed as it will cause bubbles in the finished frosting.
- ***NOTE: This frosting makes enough to frost a 2-layer cake with enough left to make decorative roses, etc.
- for the top of the cake.
- DECORATIONS: Roses, leaves and other decorations can be made by adding tasteless food coloring paste (Wilton is one brand) to the frosting.
- Make decorations, place on plastic wrap on cookie sheet and cover gently with plastic wrap.
- Freeze for up to 1 month.
- ***If you decide to freeze your frosted cake, DO NOT put the decorations on it until after you have thawed both the cake and decorations, as the colored decorations will bleed into the cake frosting when they thaw.
- ***Defrost cake and decorations separately and then place decorations on the cake.
- VARIATIONS: For chocolate frosting, add 3 tbs powdered cocoa to the sugar mixture.
- For lemon, omit butter and vanilla flavorings and add 3 tsp.
- lemon extract.
- COLORED FROSTINGS: Frosting can be made any color you want with tasteless food coloring, but be sure to mix well after adding the coloring.
- WEDDING CAKES: Five recipes of this frosting will decorate wedding cakes as follows: top layer 6-inch cake, middle layer 14-inch cake and bottom layer 18-inch cake.
- This will serve 50-60 people.
DECORATOR FROSTING I
This is a pure white wedding cake frosting. You can double the recipe if you have a sturdy mixer. Add milk according to purpose; you need less if you are making flowers or borders than if you are just covering a cake. Remove what you need for decorating before you thin the rest down for frosting.
Provided by Jean Higginbotham
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl. Beat on low speed of electric mixer until well blended and very smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 2.5 mg, Sugar 41.2 g
DECORATOR FROSTING
A frosting that's perfect for sugar cookies.
Provided by P. Oakes
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings
Time 10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, cream together the butter, confectioners' sugar, and milk until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes. Beat in the vanilla and food coloring. Spread on or between cookies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 55.6 mg, Sugar 29.5 g
BUTTERCREAM FROSTING FOR DECORATIONS RECIPE BY TASTY
This buttercream recipe is perfect for making beautiful decorations for cakes, cupcakes, and even cookies. It works especially well for piping flowers. Give it a try and impress your friends!
Provided by Katie Aubin
Categories Desserts
Time 1h30m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, use an electric hand mixer to cream butter until smooth, but not airy. Add milk, vanilla and salt and mix to incorporate.
- Sift powdered sugar over the butter mixture. Mix until incorporated and smooth. Do not overmix, to avoid air pockets in your frosting.
- Divide the frosting and add gel food coloring as desired.
- Use a piping bag fitted with desired tip to pipe flowers onto parchment paper. Freeze the flowers for at least 20 minutes.
- Use a knife to lift frozen flowers from parchment and onto a frosted cake. Arrange as desired.
- Enjoy!
CHOCOLATE DECORATOR FROSTING
Add finesse to your desserts with chocolate frosting made ready in just 10 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In 1-quart saucepan, melt chocolate and butter over low heat, stirring occasionally; remove from heat. Stir in powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon water. Beat with spoon until smooth. Beat in additional water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until spreadable.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 2 Tablespoons, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g
DECORATOR FROSTING II
Especially good for trimming a cake. It can also be used for frosting. Use any flavoring to compliment the flavor of your cake.
Provided by Carol
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cream butter until very light. Cream in flour. Add water and vanilla. Add sugar until desired consistency is reached. For frosting the cake use a thinner icing. Then add additional sugar to make the icing thicker for putting decorations on the frosted cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.9 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 39.3 g
CANDY HOUSE DECORATOR ICING
This frosting can be made a day ahead if the frosting container is sealed tightly and refrigerated. It dries quickly, so keep unused portions covered. One batch will frost 5 small milk carton candy houses. -Susan Davidson, Elm Grove, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 5 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and water. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 234° (soft-ball stage)., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar mixture, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 8-10 minutes. Use to decorate gingerbread houses or other holiday projects as desired.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use the right consistency of frosting. If the frosting is too thick, it will be difficult to spread and will not adhere well to the cake. If the frosting is too thin, it will run off the cake and will not provide a smooth, even finish.
- Chill the cake before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set more quickly and will prevent it from melting. You can chill the cake for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Apply a thin crumb coat to the cake before adding the final layer of frosting. This will help to seal in any crumbs and will create a smooth, even surface for the final layer of frosting.
- Use a piping bag or spatula to apply the frosting. A piping bag will give you more control over the frosting and will allow you to create different designs. A spatula can be used to spread the frosting more evenly.
- Smooth the frosting with a bench scraper or offset spatula. This will help to create a smooth, even finish.
- Decorate the cake with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or other decorations. You can also use a piping bag to create designs with different colors of frosting.
Conclusion:
With a little practice, you can easily create beautiful and delicious cakes with decorator frosting. Just remember to use the right consistency of frosting, chill the cake before frosting it, apply a thin crumb coat, and use a piping bag or spatula to apply the frosting. You can then decorate the cake with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or other decorations. With a little creativity, you can create cakes that are both beautiful and delicious.
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