Spice Cake Icing Question

Decorating By pooker Updated 30 Sep 2005 , 12:55pm by TinaRe

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pooker Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 12:46am
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I am planning on making a cake for an autumn pcinic/party. Since it is an autumn theme, the cake will be autumn themed. I was going to make it a spice type cake, but was wondering what would be a good icing to use. I thought pinuche icing sounded good, but would it color orange very well? I want it to be a pumpkin color. Should I just stick with BC?

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CIndymm4 Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 12:58am
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I always use a cream cheese icing on my spice cakes. It really compliments the spices in the cake.

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Newbie Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 1:10am
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Definitely cream cheese!

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lastingmoments Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 2:42am
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I third ...i always use cream cheese and top with pecan pieces

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tcturtleshell Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 3:37am
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CREAM CHEESE is my first pick!! Orange would be my second. I'm gonna have to make a spice cake!!! The temp is cooler which feels like fall & wow would spice cake make the house smell sooo good!!! YUMMY!!

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pooker Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 3:44am
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Ooh, thanks! Know where I can find a really good recipe for cream cheese icing? Never used it before!

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tcturtleshell Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 3:52am
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Pooker I have 2 different CC icing recipes. One is for crusting CC & the other doesn't crust. Let me know which one or both & I'll PM it to you~

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edencakes Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 3:54am
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Just make sure the cake stays cool, as cream cheese can't really sit out all that long (can it?)

When I have to do spice cakes for weddings, I just add LorAnn maple flavoring to BC, tastes GREAT with spice cake and can sit out all day.

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tcturtleshell Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 3:56am
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Ohh, that sounds good Steph!! How much maple flavoring do you use?

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melxcloud Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 4:04am
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Lorann also makes a cheesecake flavoring if you want a durable cream cheese flavored frosting.

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edencakes Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 4:07am
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Ummm... not really sure icon_redface.gif

I just add until it tastes right. Not much AT ALL, because a little goes a long way. I probably start with around 1/4 tsp per batch.

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frogfiend Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 9:26am
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I recently did a spice cake and used hazelnut buttercream, was delicious, everyone loved it and got an order for halloween using the same.

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pooker Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 11:35am
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Originally Posted by tcturtleshell

Pooker I have 2 different CC icing recipes. One is for crusting CC & the other doesn't crust. Let me know which one or both & I'll PM it to you~




Can you PM both to me? You all are posting too many yummy icing ideas! I can't take it! icon_surprised.gif

j/k - I love it! icon_biggrin.gif

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MrsMissey Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 12:09pm
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Here is one that was posted by another member (gdixon, I think!)

CRUSTING CREAM CHEESE ICING

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening
1 pound cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon clear vanilla extract
3 1/2 pounds sifted confectioner's sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt


Cream butter, shortening, cream cheese and extracts. Gradually add confectioner's sugar and salt. Beat on low speed until nice and creamy. If you want whiter icing, try to use butter without dyes available at most health food stores.

This recipe is for a stiff consistency. For a thinner consistency, use 3 pounds of powdered sugar instead.

If you want a very smooth cake, let the cake sit for 15 minutes after icing. Then smooth with the non-printed side of a Viva paper towel.

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pooker Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 12:12pm
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Thanks! thumbs_up.gif

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MrsMissey Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 12:43pm
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..anytime!

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TinaRe Posted 30 Sep 2005 , 12:55pm
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I have 2 different CC icing recipes. One is for crusting CC & the other doesn't crust. ~




Can you PM them to me also! Both CC recipes! PRETTY PLEASE!~ icon_lol.gif

Thanks so much. This is making me hungry! Haven't had b'fast yet! icon_cry.gif

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