{"id":29098,"date":"2021-04-05T14:53:42","date_gmt":"2021-04-05T13:53:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/?p=29098"},"modified":"2021-04-05T15:03:20","modified_gmt":"2021-04-05T14:03:20","slug":"our-top-tips-for-creating-stunning-cakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/food-and-drink\/our-top-tips-for-creating-stunning-cakes\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Top Tips for Creating Stunning Cakes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Words and pictures by Hannah Penwright<\/em><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a big baking fan, decorating cakes is a great way to take your skills to the next level. However, I know first-hand that making some easy mistakes can often end in a mediocre result. So, to save you facing the same issues I have, I&#8217;ve put together some of my top tips for creating stunning cakes every time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Levelling and Layering Cakes<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Biscoff-crumb-coat-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29101\" width=\"503\" height=\"441\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Biscoff-crumb-coat-2.jpg 587w, https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Biscoff-crumb-coat-2-300x264.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 503px) 100vw, 503px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>First up: levelling. It might seem a shame to cut off cake that you&#8217;ve just made from scratch, but it&#8217;s worth it! Flat layers will lead to a neater stack of cakes, and when you cut into it, the layers of buttercream will be even throughout. If you&#8217;re worried about the exposed cakes going dry, brush over some <a href=\"https:\/\/howtocakeit.com\/blogs\/recipes\/yos-simple-syrup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">simple syrup<\/a> before icing. And if you&#8217;re worried about crumbs- don&#8217;t! Icing a thin layer of buttercream all over helps to lock in crumbs and create a smooth surface for the final coat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Coffee-cake-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29112\" width=\"504\" height=\"455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Coffee-cake-3.jpg 643w, https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Coffee-cake-3-300x272.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 504px) 100vw, 504px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Creating the Perfect Drip<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have finished icing, the cake is your canvas to decorate as you please. For a pretty design, that&#8217;s not too difficult to master, a drip cake is my go-to. First off, you want to chill your cake in the fridge so the drip sets as it falls down the sides. To make sure it drips smoothly, make sure you&#8217;re using something quite thin. I like to use melted Biscoff spread or chocolate ganache made with a higher quantity of double cream. For maximum control over the drip, use a piping bag to run the mix down the sides of the cake, using differing pressures to create different length drips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Facing Fondant<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Hedgy-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29102\" width=\"476\" height=\"381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Hedgy-2.jpg 796w, https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Hedgy-2-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Hedgy-2-768x616.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 476px) 100vw, 476px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Fondant often allows you to take your creativity to the next level, but it&#8217;s not always the easiest to use. To maximise your chances of success, use fresh fondant that hasn&#8217;t been exposed to air as it dries out quickly. If you want to colour it, use pastes rather than liquid colouring so it doesn&#8217;t change the consistency. When rolling out, use as little icing sugar as possible and keep lifting it off the surface to prevent it sticking. If you&#8217;re covering an entire cake with fondant, make sure the fondant is thick enough to prevent it cracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Piping Buttercream<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Mini-egg-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29104\" width=\"477\" height=\"469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Mini-egg-2.jpg 704w, https:\/\/cardiffstudentmedia.co.uk\/quench\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Mini-egg-2-300x296.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 477px) 100vw, 477px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Piping has always been my favourite way to decorate, as the possibilities are endless. It&#8217;s a great way to add height to a cake and use up leftover buttercream at the same time! If you&#8217;ve never piped before, I&#8217;d recommend investing in a quality reusable piping bag and set of metal nozzles, as these will last you for years. Before piping straight on a cake, practice with different nozzles on a sheet of greaseproof to work out what&#8217;s your favourite. Make sure to always hold the piping bag directly upwards and use both hands to squeeze the bag gently. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With these tips under your belt, creating stunning cakes will hopefully be much less daunting. 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