Icing

Decorating By sara28 Updated 4 Nov 2006 , 7:47am by JanH

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sara28 Posted 4 Nov 2006 , 6:16am
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I am in need of a simple yet good recipe for icing. I also want to know if i need different consistencys for icing the cake as for the decorating too? How will I know if it is thick enough, do i need to flavor it? Any info will help. Thank you

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ourboomer Posted 4 Nov 2006 , 6:56am
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Do you have access to a cake supply nearby? I work part time for a cake shop and I can give you the recipe we use, but you may not be able to get some of the ingredients. You can PM me if you are interested.

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Chef_Stef Posted 4 Nov 2006 , 7:08am
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Check the tabs at the top of this page, where it says "recipes"--there are a ton of great and simple recipes to try.

Also search buttercream on here...you'll get more than you can shake a spatula at. icon_smile.gif

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JanH Posted 4 Nov 2006 , 7:47am
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Color Vision Cake
This recipe appeared in a story for 50th anniversary of boxed cake mixes. The Color Vision Cake, developed by the Betty Crocker kitchens, uses the fruit gelatin powder of your choice to create a vibrant color and flavor. Recipe from General Mills.

1 (18.25 ounce) package pudding-included white cake mix
3 tablespoons dry gelatin powder from small box fruit-flavored
gelatin; reserve remaining powder.

Frosting
Reserved gelatin powder
1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted
3 tablespoons evaporated milk, or more as needed
3 1/2 cups confectioners sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour 2 (8- or 9-inch) round pans, or use cooking spray.

Prepare cake mix as directed on package, except add the 3 tablespoons of dry gelatin with the water. (Reserve remaining gelatin for frosting.) Divide batter between pans. Bake and cool as directed on package.

Meanwhile, beat reserved gelatin, butter and evaporated milk in medium bowl on low speed 1 minute, scraping bowl constantly. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. If necessary, stir in additional evaporated milk, 1/2 teaspoon at a time, until spreadable. Fill layers and frost side and top of cooled cake with frosting.

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