Step 4 of 8 · Cake Decorating Essentials
Color with gel, not liquid
Color with gel, not liquid — step 4 of 8 in Cake Decorating Essentials. Liquid coloring thins the frosting. Gel, drop by drop. Dark colors deepen as they sit 30 minutes — mix a little lighter than you think.
Free food & cooking tip: Color with gel, not liquid (step 4 of 8 from "Cake Decorating Essentials").
Liquid coloring thins the frosting. Gel, drop by drop. Dark colors deepen as they sit 30 minutes — mix a little lighter than you think.
Keep a cup of uncolored frosting for the crumb coat if you want a clean canvas.
Pro tip: If the kitchen is hot, beat the bowl over an ice bath for 30 seconds. Humidity is why summer frosting slides.
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