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New Years Cake Decorating: 5 Joyful Techniques to Try

New Years Cake Decorating

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A guide to decorating a New Year’s cake for a festive celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 1 round cake
  • 2 cups buttercream frosting
  • Gold and silver edible glitter
  • Assorted edible decorations (stars, clocks, etc.)
  • Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the round cake and let it cool completely.
  2. Apply a crumb coat of buttercream frosting to trap loose crumbs.
  3. Chill the cake for 30 minutes to set the crumb coat.
  4. Frost the cake with a thick layer of buttercream.
  5. Use a spatula to create smooth edges.
  6. Decorate with edible glitter and decorations.
  7. Add any additional details using food coloring if desired.
  8. Let the cake set before serving.

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