Based on a request from one of my subscribers, I will be showing you how to trim/level your Cake top and sides in this Cake decorating video with instructions as you go along. Learn cake decorating piping techniques with these 12 simple and easy buttercream cake borders. Learn how to pipe a cake using this step.
In the following sections, we will delve into preparing the cake for decoration, exploring various basic trim techniques such as piping, icing, and fondant application. Our step-by-step tutorial will guide you through the process of creating a basic trim decoration on your cake, complete with clear instructions and helpful images to ensure success. Ready to graduate from spatula icing to learning how to make buttercream cake borders? We've got 6 techniques for you to try that will give you professional-looking results, even if you're a buttercream beginner.
Color Striping Color Striping is a simple to do decorating technique that adds a deep contrasting color trim to any icing decoration including flowers, leaves and borders like the row of shells below. To produce a color striped effect, use an art brush to stripe the inside of a decorating bag with any paste food color. If you wish, you can brush on several color stripes for a multicolor effect.
Why Trim a Cake? Even Surface: Trimming levels out any unevenness or doming that may have occurred during the baking process. This ensures that the cake has a flat, stable surface to work with. Better Adhesion: Trimming creates a fresh, clean edge that allows the frosting to adhere more evenly and smoothly to the cake.
When your cake comes out of the oven, it's common to be slightly domed in the middle--the mark of a 'home-baked' cake! But if you want to take things to the next level, decorate, or ice your cake like a pro, it's easy to level playing field (so to speak)! All you need to do is trim your cake. Don't be scared by the extra step, it's easy peasy! When your cake is cooled, carefully remove it. Learn how to pipe a perfect border on your cake with our easy-to-follow guide.
Discover essential techniques, tips, and tricks to elevate your cake decorating skills. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced baker, you'll find valuable insights to create stunning cake borders that impress. Preparation for Trimming a Cake Trimming a cake may seem like a daunting task, but with the right tools and technique, it can be easily achieved.
Before beginning, make sure to have a sharp serrated knife, a cardboard cake circle, and a turntable. Place the cake on the turntable and ensure it is leveled before starting the trimming process. The second method utilizes a professional cake leveler, which can easily create even layers that range from thick to thin.
After leveling the cake, Rachael shares her tips and tricks for trimming the sides of the cake to ensure adequate space between the edges of the board and the cake for icing.