Enough for 1 (3-layer) cake. Note: You will need a candy thermometer to make this icing. From Laurie Pyle of Cocoa & Fig of Shakopee. She prefers to blend half of this recipe with half the ...

Let’s face it, cupcakes are fun. Familiar, colorful and oh-so-cute, these whimsical little cakes are famous for full-on flavor and mile-high frosting. And don’t forget the decorations. Best of all?

Pastry chef Paola Velez makes her Italian Buttercream by starting with a thick, glossy meringue made with egg whites and sugar syrup. She then gradually incorporates softened butter, beating it until ...

Buttercream is the perfect topping for cakes and cupcakes, but it can be hard to master, especially for beginners. I'm a baker, and here's my foolproof vanilla buttercream frosting recipe.

Note: This recipe works best with a stand mixer; the large whisk allows the buttercream to achieve better volume and stability than with a hand mixer. 1. In a heavy-bottom medium saucepan, combine the ...