How to frost a layer cake

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Do you need to learn how to frost a layered cake?

Frosting a layered cake is simple. Follow along on this step by step how to frost a layered cake! It is really quick and easy and you cab be your own cake decorator! Do you have a wedding coming up? Or a birthday or graduation? Make your own cake, frosting and all real quick and save a lot of money!
You can frost you own cake and I will show you how!

How to frost a layer cake! 

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Some people are not willing to frost a layer cake. It really isn't that difficult! Just follow these easy steps to frosting a layer cake!
Difficulty: Average
Time Required: 30 minutes
How to frost a layer cake:

1. Bake a layer cake, use a cake mix or follow this recipe, remove layers from pans, and cool completely.
2. Put layers in freezer and freeze until solid. This makes it easier to frost the layers.
3. Make frosting according to your favorite frosting recipe, or use canned frosting or a mix.
4. Use a Lazy Susan or a Turntable to make the frosting process easier, but if you don't have one, just pick a pretty serving platter to use.
5. Tear off four short strips of waxed paper and place them in a square on your serving plate, leaving an open space in the middle.
6. Carefully place one cake layer on the waxed paper. Using about 1 cup of the frosting, spread frosting over the top of the layer.
7. Place the second layer on top of the frosting, aligning the edges.
8. Using an offset spatula for more control, spread a very thin layer of frosting on the sides of the cake to seal in any stray crumbs. This is much easier if you have a lazy susan.
9. Then frost the sides of the cake, using the spatula to make peaks and swirls. Build up a slight edge at the top of the cake.
10. Finish frosting the top of the cake, pushing frosting to the edges to meet the frosting on the sides. Have fun swirling the frosting so it's pretty!
11. Carefully pull out the waxed paper strips. Now you see why we used them - your serving platter is perfectly clean!

Cake frosting tips - Frost a cake like a pro! 

Follow these quick tips to learn How to Frost a Layer Cake

Cake Frosting Tips:

1. I would recommend making more frosting than most recipes call for, especially if you're a beginner. Nothing is more frustrating than running out.
2. Offset spatulas have a kink in the blade that keeps your fingers away from the frosting while working.
3. Add liquid to thin, or powdered sugar to thicken the frosting as you work if the texture changes.

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How to Frost a Layer Cake 

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Sugar & Everything Nice: White Chocolate Layer Cake
Place one layer, top side down on a cake stand or serving plate and spread it with about a fourth of the icing. Continue stacking and frosting each cake layer in the same way. Cover the sides of the cake with any remaining frosting. ...
Amazing Dessert Recipes: A LONG CHRISTMAS CAKE TALE
Top with the partially frozen top layer cake. Smooth the frosting on the sides, filling in all gaps. If frosting the entire cake, frost the sides and ends. Crush the almonds by squeezing them with you hands. Have a jellyroll pan and the ...
Growing Up (And Having Fun) After 40: TCS: White Chocolate Layer Cake
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How To Frost A Cake: {Baking Tips} : TipNut.com
A frosting for a 2-layer 8-inch cake will frost a 9×13x2 inch cake. Top and sides of 12 cupcakes. Top of 24 cupcakes. Top of 2 9-inch square cakes. If layer cake has a special filling, 2/3 of the icing is sufficient for top and sides. ...

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