Archive for August, 2009
Making THE perfect birthday cake can be both an art and a science.
Here’s how to make the birthday cake decorating process easier:
Step 1:
Look online and in stores to get inspiration for your ideas. There are easy ways for high end cakes which can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars to be made very easily.
Inspiration is where the process starts, however.
Stop at bakeries to see what they’re offering, and do a google image search to see other ideas that people have put together.
Theme cakes are also a great idea for birthday parties.
As themes change with popular culture, you’ll never be at a loss for ideas!
Understanding the person you’re making the cake for is important here – as knowing what they’re “in to” is the best way to tailor the cake around their likes and dislikes.
Step 2:
Purchase ingredients and all the extras you’ll need.
This step is critical to the process as it’s best to be properly prepared. As all the best Cake Decorating Books will tell you, the best results will come from the best ingredients.
Think ahead to what you’ll need for decorations and colors. It is easier to buy extra and use it again later if not used, than it is to have the possibility of lacking an item or decoration and have to make the choice between running out again or compromising on quality.
Step 3:
Using your favorite recipe, make the cake.
There are scores of recipes available, and at this point we won’t suggest one specifically.
The best thing to do is pay attention to who will be eating the cake: some people are allergic to egg or certain colors of icing dye, and this should be a major consideration when looking at cake recipes
Step 4:
Decorate to your liking
Once the cake is assembled, add decorations to the theme or idea you have.
Take your time and relax. It’s best to leave extra time so that if some extra last minute planning is needed, you won’t be rushed.
Making a cake can be fun and easy. Take your time with it, and focus on making the best cake you can!
There are a number of Cake Decorating Books available on the topic of birthday cake decorating. Look through your local bookstore or library and you’ll get some great ideas!