I was going to make a cake using nikki72905's recipe. well i have all the ingredients until i get to the bottom where she says she frosts it w/ bettercream. i can't get it, and have no clue what it is or what it's like. I pm'd her so just waiting for her to respond, but thought i'd ask y'all too! What could i use as an alternative that's similiar in consistancy and taste??? THANKS!!!

If it's Rich's bettercream then cool whip is similar

Bettercream and cool whip are not the same..
Bettercream has a stronger consistency than coolwhip. You can actually ice a cake with it..Cool whip is too runny..the taste is similar though

Add some powered pudding to the coolwhip to thicken it up and kick up the flavor.

What kind of cake are you making anyway?

hmmmmm so what do you think??? it's a yellow cake based doctored and a vanilla-ey cream cheesey type of fill.

Frosting Pride is another option.
If you want to go the coolwhip w/pudding option I'd suggest cheesecake or fr vanilla flavors.

Bettercreme is amazing. Don't even get me started! It is a whipped icing that is light and fluffy, just wonderful! But, the liquid version is ten times better than the pre-whipped!

If you cannot find it in your area, there is a recipe for 'mock' whipped icing which many have had success with. Please let me know if you want it and I will go look it up and post it here. It's buried in our cupcake thread, otherwise I would just post it here now. It will take a few minutes to find. But, if you are interested, I am certainly willing to look it up for you!! I have somehow been dubbed the "Bettercreme Queen" in the cupcake thread, so if you have any q's about it, apparently I am a good one to ask! Hahahaha!! I have come up with a plethora of recipes and versions of fillings and icings using Bettercreme, each one better than the last!!

Ah, here it is... that wasn't so hard!

Mock Whipped Cream Frosting

3/4 c. milk
3 tbsp. flour
6 tbsp. butter
6 tbsp. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. salt

Cook milk and flour until thick. Cool. Beat butter, shortening, and sugar for 4 minutes in a bowl. Add flour and milk mixture. Beat 4 minutes. Add vanilla and salt

EDITED TO ADD: I have not personally used this recipe, but several cupcakers have and like it!!!

oh Melvira i'd love it if it's not to much trouble! TIA!

I only have access to Walmart so my selection is limited. THANKS!!!! i'd LOVE to make this cake for a get together tomorrow. if possible! If not it's all good. i'll make my italian cream. YUMMY!

oh Melvira i'd love it if it's not to much trouble! TIA!

I only have access to Walmart so my selection is limited. THANKS!!!! i'd LOVE to make this cake for a get together tomorrow. if possible! If not it's all good. i'll make my italian cream. YUMMY!

Haha, I beat you to it!!

By the way, I love your signature line about the dental assistant thing! It's funny because last week I went in to have a temp crown put on a cracked tooth(OW!! How long is this going to continue to hurt!?!?) and I took them a big assortment of cupcakes. They were ecstatic! One of my pals here was giving me a hard time about taking cupcakes to the dentists office and I told her I was just drumming up business for them! And I also told her it's like a Doctor or Nurse that smokes... of course they know it's not good for them, but they're gonna do it anyway!

LOL Thanks Melvira! I might have to try it in the morning! I'll make it first and refridge it to see if it works before i try the cake recipe. That way if it doesn't work i still have time to make my other cake! LOL

I talk to my pt's about working a night job as a baker and they look at me like i'm crazy and i tell them the same thing.... keeps you coming back! It's Job Security! LOL

i'll pm you about the other dental stuff! THANKS! ruby

I know this is a stpid question because you already said that you only have access to Wal Mart... but there isn't a Smart&Final near you? That's where I buy mine.

macsmom, nope, walmart adn a brookshire, and a market basket. the last 2 aren't big chains i don't think.

sorry double post!

I buy mine at GFS and I love it. Thanks Melvira for all the information about it.

lol Melvira..I am a big fan of bettercream liquid too!
Edna

Melvira and Edna, what's the differance with the liquid version and the premade??? other then liquid being liquid. lol for when i am able to buy some. THANKS!

I thinks is the consistency, is a little bit different

well if i can't replicate it, hopefully someday i can find it in a store!!!

oh i never tried the recipe ruby..I only tried the company product. I actually look forward to try that recipe

Edna

Hope however tries this posts the results

The two main differences between the liquid and the prewhipped is that #1. the liquid tastes better, (I know, sounds weird, but honestly it does.) and #2. The prewhipped is almost over whipped in consistency, so the liquid makes it possible to have a more silky and smooth final product. A few nice other details is that it's easier to add flavorings to the liquid, and use it to make other things like mousse. I can translate my recipes to work with the prewhipped if needed, but I just prefer the liquid. Oh, it's also easier to store! The little quart paper cartons fit perfectly in my deep freezer's door... don't have to try and store a huge bucket!!

Mel's right trying to store a big ol' bucket is a beast!Trust me I know
She is right the liqiud does taste better!

Hey Melvina, How do you think adding crushed pineapple (drained) to the bettercream will be? I want to ice some cupcakes.

I used the chrushed pineapple with the bettercream for filling and is delicious..but gotta be careful to drain really good so the liquid doesnt make the bettercream too soft.
Edna

The juices are good to add some to the cake too!..Syrup and some pineaple juice..maybe some coconut syrup...some coconut flakes..YUM!

I see you already had the baby Melvira!..Congratulations!
Edna

Thanks Melvira and Tonedna. I love bettercream. You can do so many things with it. Congratulations Melvira.