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Help!!!Buttercream not crusting!!!
 
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thamp
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PostPosted: Thu Jul 17, 2008 10:15 am  Reply with quoteBack to top
I usually use Sugarshack's BC (but I have to use crisco instead of sweetex) but lately it won't crust for me! I am not sure if it is the heat or humidity or what! I have heard about adding corn starch or meringue powder, but haven't tried it yet. Any suggestions? I got a last minute cake order and have to get started! PLEASE HELP!!!! Thanks!
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 18, 2008 7:41 am  Reply with quoteBack to top
I add meringue poweder sometimes and that helps. Or sitting it in front of a fan. I hope it works out.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 18, 2008 10:08 am  Reply with quoteBack to top
this happened to me too. I added more powdered sugar and it was fine. add a little liquid if needed after too
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 18, 2008 10:25 am  Reply with quoteBack to top
also toss it into the refrigerator for 15 minutes or so.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 18, 2008 1:17 pm  Reply with quoteBack to top
crusting is a ratio of fat to sugar ... if it's not crusting, add more sugar.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 18, 2008 2:46 pm  Reply with quoteBack to top
I've had the same problem lately and I use Crisco instead of hi-ratio in her recipe. You can add more sugar - once i had to add an extra pound. Or next time, use less liquid.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 18, 2008 3:59 pm  Reply with quoteBack to top
Ditto on the meringue powder.
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