Cake Baking, Frosting, & Icing

Instructions Step 1: Prepare both cake mixes Prepare the white and chocolate cake mixes according to package instructions. Butter the cake pans and the 2-quart bowl. Pour 1 3/4 cups of the white batter into the 8-inch round pan and the remaining mix into the 2-quart bowl. Pour the chocolate batter into the 9-inch pan. …

Instructions Step 1: Add syrup Increase the mixer speed to high and slowly pour the hot sugar syrup down the side of the mixer bowl, beating until stiff meringue peaks form. Then let the meringue cool in the bowl for 30 minutes. TIP: You can also substitute equal amounts shortening for the butter to make …

Instructions Step 1: Fill and close your pastry bag Insert the rose tip into the pastry bag and fill the pastry bag half full of icing. Then fold the open end of the pastry bag over like a shirt cuff and twist the bag to close it. Step 2: Make the rosebud’s center Hold the …

Instructions Step 1: Measure ingredients Measure out each of the ingredients and place them next to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Step 2: Dissolve sugar Pour the milk and sugar into the bowl and mix them together until the sugar dissolves. TIP: Substitute the sugar with equal parts of sugar substitute suitable for baking if you …

Instructions Step 1: Prep the oven and pans Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease the cake pans with butter and lightly dust with flour, knocking out the excess. Step 2: Combine dry and wet ingredients Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in one bowl. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites …

Instructions Step 1: Coat inside of mug with cooking spray Use cooking spray to coat the inside of a microwave-safe bowl. Step 2: Mix dry ingredients Mix the flour, sugar, and cocoa together in a separate bowl. Step 3: Add water, oil, and egg Add the egg, water or milk, and oil to the dry …

Instructions Step 1: Preheat oven and grease pan Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Use a tablespoon of the butter to coat the sides and bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Step 2: Melt chocolate, butter, and salt in microwave Combine the chocolate, remaining butter, and salt in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at 75 …

Instructions Step 1: Buy cake mix Buy dad’s favorite prepared cake mix and prepare according to instructions, pouring the batter into two rectangular pans. Reserve enough for one cupcake. TIP: Two rectangular bread pans may be used to bake the batter if you do not have an appropriate cake pan. Step 2: Bake Bake the …

Instructions Step 1: Mix crumbs, butter, and sugar Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in the ungreased springform pan. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the cheesecake crust. TIP: You can use two 9-inch graham cracker crusts instead of the springform crust. Step 2: Melt the …

Instructions Step 1: Make the “sand” Combine the brown sugar, graham cracker crumbs, and cookie crumbs in the plastic bag and shake it to thoroughly mix the sand. TIP: Crush your favorite cookies and graham crackers in the bag using either a rolling pin or a mallet — just don’t puncture the bag. Step 2: …

Instructions Step 1: Figure out the size Figure out how much cake you’ll need. A cake with three, round, two-layer tiers (14 inches, 10 inches, and 6 inches) will serve about 100 guests. Preparing a separate, 11- by 15-inch half-sheet cake is an easy way to serve another 40 guests. TIP: Square cakes provide more …

Instructions Step 1: Slice the angel food cake Slice the angel food cake crosswise into three equal sections. TIP: Make your own angel food cake with a box mix or buy one in your grocery store. Step 2: Mix cream cheese, condensed milk, and whipped topping Mix together the cream cheese, condensed milk, and whipped …

Instructions Step 1: Combine dry ingredients Combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, cocoa powder, sea salt, and baking soda in a large bowl, mix, and set it aside. Step 2: Whisk wet ingredients Whisk the vinegar, vanilla extract, melted coconut oil, and coconut water or juice together in a smaller bowl. TIP: Not …

Instructions Step 1: Combine dry ingredients Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and ¾ cup of the sugar in a large bowl. Step 2: Add wet ingredients Mix in the egg yolks, oil, lemon juice, water, lemon zest, and vanilla. Step 3: Combine egg whites and tartar Combine the egg whites and tartar in a …

Instructions Step 1: Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap. Be sure the wrap covers the entire inside of the pan, and leave at least 6 inches of extra plastic wrap around the edges. Step 2: Allow the ice cream to soften Remove the ice cream from the …

Instructions Step 1: Preheat oven Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Then grease and flour the pan and set it aside. Step 2: Mix together Use your mixer to cream the butter and shortening together in one of the mixing bowls. Step 3: Add ingredients Slowly add the sugar. Then add the eggs, one at …

Instructions Step 1: Combine cake mix and soda Add both cans of soda to the cake mix in the large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly. TIP: You can use lemon-lime soda or ginger ale. Step 2: Divide the batter Divide the cake batter evenly into the six small mixing bowls. Step 3: Add color Add …

Instructions Step 1: Preheat oven Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Step 2: Make the batter Combine the butter, sugar, 1 teaspoon of the vanilla extract, and the eggs in a mixing bowl, beating them thoroughly together. Step 3: Mix dry ingredients Mix the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt in another mixing …

Instructions Step 1: Prepare work area Lay out all your tools and decorations so that everything is easily accessible. Put on an apron, as things may get messy. Step 2: Frost cake Apply an even coating of room temperature frosting using an icing spatula and a turntable or lazy susan to spin the cake around …

Instructions Step 1: Combine the ingredients Place the flour, salt, sugar, and butter in the food processor fitted with a chopping blade. TIP: Freeze the butter chunks for 10 minutes before adding them to the food processor to chill them thoroughly. Step 2: Process the mixture Pulse for 10 seconds until the mixture has clumped …

Instructions Step 1: Prepare pans Line the bottom of the pans with parchment paper. Then grease the paper and dust it with flour. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Step 2: Mix Use a hand mixer to combine the sugar, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a mixing bowl. Step 3: Add ingredients Mix …

Instructions Step 1: Prepare cakes Prepare the box of cake mix according to the package directions using water, the egg, and oil. Preheat oven. Step 2: Place in pan Divide the batter between the 8-inch pan and the 9-inch pan and bake. TIP: Cut paper Let the cake cool completely before cutting or frosting. Step …

Instructions Step 1: Bring dough to room temperature Remove the chilled pastry dough from the refrigerator and let it warm to room temperature for easier handling and lighter pastry. Step 2: Prepare your rolling surface Dust your rolling pin and a flat rolling surface with a handful of flour. Don’t overdo it, or your pastry …

Instructions Step 1: Allow cupcakes to cool Allow freshly-baked cupcakes to cool to room temperature, about a half an hour. Remove the cupcakes from the pan, and place them on a level surface. Step 2: Remove icing from the refrigerator and stir Remove the icing from the refrigerator and stir it with a butter knife …

Instructions Step 1: Prepare the oven and pans Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease the two baking pans with butter, and lightly dust the pans with flour. Set aside. Step 2: Prepare the chocolate mixture In the mixing bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt with the …

Instructions Step 1: Slice off the top Slice off the top of your cake, if dome-shaped. The serrated knife will make a uniform, flat surface for your frosting. Step 2: Add a tiny bit of frosting to the platter Add a tiny bit of frosting to the center of the platter. This will keep your …

Instructions Step 1: Preheat the oven Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Step 2: Grease the pan Grease the pan by using butter or spraying with cooking spray. Step 3: Add cherries Dump in the cherries. TIP: Remember to wash your paws after bathroom breaks. Step 4: Add pineapple Dump in those pineapples. Step 5: …

Instructions Step 1: Prepare the gelatin Pour the water into the saucepan and heat on low to medium heat for a few minutes. Sprinkle the gelatin over the water and stir to dissolve. Cover the saucepan and turn off the heat. Step 2: Prepare the sugar Put the sugar in a large mixing bowl and …

Instructions Step 1: Combine the butter and cream cheese Place the butter and all of the cream cheese in the mixing bowl. Beat at medium speed with the hand mixer for one to two minutes until well combined. TIP: Bring butter and cream cheese to room temperature for easy blending. Step 2: Sift the sugar …

Instructions Step 1: Preheat the oven Heat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and grease the bottom of the pan with 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Set aside. Step 2: Prepare the crust Combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of melted butter and 1/4 cup of sugar in a small bowl with the large …

Instructions Step 1: Mix it up Using an electric mixer, beat the confectioners’ sugar and meringue powder until they’re combined. Add half a teaspoon of almond or vanilla extract if you like. TIP: If your grocery store doesn’t stock meringue powder, look for it in craft and party stores. Step 2: Add water Add warm …

Instructions Step 1: Preheat oven Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour the cake pans. Step 2: Combine flour Combine the sifted flour and salt in a bowl. Step 3: Color the cocoa Pour the cocoa powder into a small bowl, add the red food coloring, and whisk until smooth. TIP: You can …

Instructions Step 1: Plan ahead Fruitcake should be made at least two weeks ahead to give the fruit and brandy time to age, so be sure to leave yourself enough time. Step 2: Soak the fruit Combine the raisins, currants, mixed dried fruit, ginger, and citrus zest in the nonreactive pot. Then pour the bourbon …

Instructions Step 1: Download instructions & gift tags Download baking instructions and gift tags from “hallmarkmagazine.com”:http://hallmarkmagazine.com. Each tag has the name of the cake written on the front and the baking instructions on the back. Step 2: Create first layer Create the first layer by combining ¾ cup cake flour, espresso powder, baking powder, baking …