Flat frosted cupcakes

Need to write out a message on cupcakes? Love the look of fondant covered cupcakes, but not so crazy about the taste? I’ve got a new post up today on Craftsy’s cake decorating blog with…

Dan Langan turns cupcake decorating upside down and shows how to flatten the frosting, making piping and decorating much easier.

Try this trendy twist on buttercream cupcakes! ✨ 💜Pipe colored icing on top of a dollop of white frosting and flip over onto parchment paper. 💜Chill in... | buttercream, paper, cupcake, icing, pipe

How to get a perfectly smooth flat top icing on a cupcake - without fondant!

Most cupcakes are decorated with a piping bag, but what if you don't have one, or just want to try something simpler and a bit different? Here's how to frost cupcakes with a spoon.

Learn how to frost your cupcakes with this amazing tutorial and video demonstrating nine different ways to frost a cupcake using six different piping tips!

There are several different types of vanilla frosting, but American buttercream is one of the easiest and most popular. This one is not too sweet, has just the right amount of butter flavor, and is super easy to work with.

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These vanilla cupcakes are simple, sweet, and satisfying! With a luscious buttercream frosting, they're perfect for any occasion.