Easy To Learn Cakes For Half The Price
Cakes are an intricate part of the celebration; whether it be birthday celebrations, graduation ceremonies, or weddings. There is always a center table with a cake sitting pretty on it.
Because cakes have high demand, prices are bound to be high or vary depending on size, flavour, and design.
For this reason, it is more cost-effective for one to learn how to decorate a cake. This post will feature achievable designs that are pocket-friendly.
I have compiled a few videos that I think are concise, and explain how to easily go about various cake designs. Therefore the tutorial would be practical rather than textual for enhanced comprehension and remembrance. The first tutorial starts in 5...,4...,3...,2...Start Piping!
Start Simple, Begin with Cupcakes
Items Needed
- Butter
- Icing sugar
- Vanilla flavour
- Piping bag & Nussle
Nude Frosting
Items Needed
- Butter
- Icing Sugar
- Vanilla
- Icing smoother
Make it Drip: Whipped Cream & Chocolate
Items Needed
- Whipped cream
- Icing Sugar
- Milk
- Vanilla flavour
- Melted chocolate filling
- Tablespoon
- Piping Bag& Nussle
- Cherries (optional)
- Cake Board
Make it Fun with Fondant Paneling
Items Needed
- Already made fondant, for ease
- Turntable
- Rolling Pin
- Large Ruler
- Pizza Cutter
- Sugarcraft Knife
- Wilton Plastic Dowel Rods
- Fondant Smoothers
Viola! Easy peasy. These designs are straightforward and easy to accomplish. Also, decorating yourself won't cost as much as buying a decorated cake from a baker.
You never know...you could become a guru in this and turn it into a business. All you need is to purchase a naked cake from a store or bake one if you can, purchase the items needed, be open to learning, watch the video over again, and practice to make perfect.
Opinions and Perspectives
I love how this article breaks down cake decorating into manageable steps. I've always wanted to try but felt intimidated by complex designs.
The cost savings are real! I started decorating my own cakes last year and have saved hundreds on birthday celebrations.
Not sure about the fondant suggestion. It looks pretty but most people I know peel it off anyway. Buttercream is tastier and easier to work with.
Starting with cupcakes is brilliant advice. They're less pressure and you can practice different techniques without committing to a whole cake.
Has anyone tried the chocolate drip technique? Mine always comes out too thick or too runny.
The secret to perfect drips is getting the chocolate temperature just right. I use a candy thermometer and aim for 90-95°F.
These tutorials make it look easy but trust me, it takes lots of practice. My first attempts were hilarious disasters!
I appreciate that they included all the necessary tools in the lists. Nothing worse than starting a project and realizing you're missing something crucial.
You really don't need all those fancy tools when starting out. A spatula and ziplock bag can work just fine for basic decorating.
Learning to decorate cakes changed my life! Started as a hobby, now I run a small business from home.
The nude frosting trend is perfect for beginners. It's actually meant to look a bit rustic so mistakes aren't as obvious.
Wish they'd included more details about storing decorated cakes. My frosting always seems to melt.
Keep your cakes in the fridge until about an hour before serving. Works perfectly for me every time.
The cost breakdown would have been helpful. Sure it's cheaper than buying decorated cakes, but initial supply costs can add up.
I invested about $100 in basic supplies and made it back after decorating just two birthday cakes.
Anyone else struggle with getting sharp edges on their cakes? Been trying for months.
Try chilling your cake between crumb coat and final coat. Makes a world of difference for clean edges.
The article makes it sound too easy. Professional decorators spend years perfecting these skills.
Well, we all have to start somewhere. These techniques are basic but that's exactly what beginners need.
My kids love helping me decorate cupcakes. It's become our weekend activity.
The fondant paneling technique is actually harder than it looks. Took me forever to get it right.
I find working with whipped cream much easier than buttercream. It's more forgiving if you make mistakes.
But whipped cream doesn't hold up as well in warm weather. Learned that the hard way at a summer party!
These videos are great but I wish they showed common mistakes and how to fix them.
Making your own decorated cakes is satisfying even if they're not perfect.