Some time in the fridge makes for the perfect cake.
There are myriad reasons to bake a cake.
Baking a cake can be soothing and comforting.
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It can be fun and uplifting (and then you get to eat the delicious results).
It can even be an act of service for a sick or grieving friend or family member.
Because the sooner you frost the cake, the sooner you could eat it, right?
But you’ll want to refrain.
“Prepare, bake, and cool the cake completely.
“This step is the most important.
Not chilling the cake will result in a non-straight cake.
It can be lopsided, or even fall,” explains Smith.
Warm cake is more tender and likely to break.
Start by brushing off any crumbs that could get in the frosting and make it look sloppy.
“Remove the crumbs with a pastry brush,” Smith says.
“Without the crumb coat, you will have a bumpy, non-smooth, and speckled finish.
You will not achieve your desired masterpiece,” he says.
Just verify you tell folks to look for the dowels or straws before they take their first bites.
Cake Frosting Recipes
Put these tips to the test the next time you make a cake.
Get smooth results with some of our delicious frosting recipes:
