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How to frost a cake

How to frost a cake

Fernanda Enriquez

When making a cake, frosting it can be tricky, but by following this step-by-step guide, you can achieve a bakery-style decoration. Impress at all your events with perfect cakes by learning how to frost a cake.

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Ingredients:
• Your favorite cake
• Frosting of your choice
• Piping bag and tip
• Spatula
• Paper towels

Paso 2

2

If your cake has multiple tiers, frost the first tier.

Paso 3

3

Repeat with the following layers, leveling with the spatula.

Paso 4

4

Apply a thin layer of frosting on the top and sides to avoid catching crumbs.

Paso 5

5

Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until the frosting feels dry.

Paso 6

6

Gradually apply a generous layer of frosting and level with the spatula.

Paso 7

7

Using a scraper in one hand and rotating the cake with the other, smooth the surface until it is even.

Paso 8

8

Fill a cup with warm water, and have paper towels ready. Dip the spatula and remove excess water.

Paso 9

9

With the help of the spatula, make the surface perfectly smooth.