Buttercream will keep in the fridge for up to two weeks in an airtight container. Always start with all of your ingredients at room temperature. In warmer kitchens it may help to add a pinch of ...

This cake has all the usual suspects. For dry ingredients, you need: all-purpose flour, sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, ...

Use this simple buttercream icing recipe to decorate your birthday cakes, cupcakes and sandwich biscuits. Try adding a little food colouring gel for a splash of colour to your butter icing.

The buttercream frosting can also be made in one of three flavors: dark chocolate, white chocolate, or hazelnut. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the water and let stand until softened.