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Here is a quick and easy tutorial showing you how to make edible ladybird toppers. They can be made to the exact size you require and are perfect for both cakes and cupcakes alike. Not only are they cute to look at, but they will brighten the dullest day. They're also very easy to make and can be adapted to your theme. Here's how to make them. Ingredients/Equipment Silicone Mat Edible Pens - Cake Decor Cake Pens Red Icing - I used Poppy Red Renshaw Icing Black Icing - I used Jet...

Here is a step by step guide on how to make edible butterflies in flight mode using push cutters and icing/fondant/sugarpaste. 1. Roll out your icing fondant onto a lightly dusted work surface. 2. Dust your butterfly cutter with icing sugar, hold your finger and thumb on the cutter as shown below and then push the cutter into your icing fondant. Move the cutter from side to side on the work surface to ensure that you score the edges of the icing fondant on the cutter and that your...

I have put together a tutorial on how to make an edible Football Topper. This design can be applied to both cakes and cupcakes and has a lovely realistic effect. The great thing about it is the more lines and cracks that appear in the fondant, the more authentic the ball looks, which brings it to life. The design of it is super easy and one you can definitely get the kids involved in, well, if they don't eat all the fondant first! So without further ado, let's get the ball rolling. How do...

Here is your step by step guide with pictures showing you how to make English Cherry Scones. They taste delicious and will be a big hit with your family and friends. Preheat the oven to one of the following: Elec 220 Degrees Gas Mark 7 428F Equipment & Ingredients needed: Mixing Bowl Fork Chopping Knife /Board Jug Rolling Pin Pastry Brush Round Cutters Weighing Scales. Ingredients: 300 grams or 10.5oz Self Raising Flour 2 Teaspoons Baking Powder 100 grams or 3.5oz Margarine 100 grams or...

If you are looking for bitesize melt in the mouth shortcakes, then this guide is definitely for you. The recipe is based on a handful of ingredients and a bit of mixing; after that, watch the little beauties come to life in the oven while marvelling in the aroma they create. They're straightforward to make and don't take that long to bake either. Getting started. Tip: Remember to remove the BUTTER from the fridge 30 minutes before baking so that it has had enough time to soften up. To...

Cookies who doesn't love a cookie? Add that together with a bar of chocolate, and you're in Cookie Monster heaven! The fun thing about Homemade chocolate bars is that you get to decide every single flavour that goes into them. Then you can either give them to that someone special or indulge in your hard-earned efforts yourself...decisions decisions! How do I make a Homemade chocolate Bar? To make the Cookie Nut Bliss Homemade Chocolate Bar, you will need the following: Ingredients 100...

If you are looking at other gift ideas for the summer, then how about making some of these sweet boxes. Great for both children and adults alike, they can be filled with any sweet treat imaginable. Perfect for parties, weddings, get-togethers, or even for a Friday night treat. The only thing you'll need is a bag of sweets, boxes, decorations of your choice and a great imagination! Not only can the sweets be tailored to the individual, but so can the boxes. For the decoration aspect, you...

How to make a Bakewell Tart - 9-Inch Preheat your oven to one of the following:- Fan Assisted 175°C Conventional Oven 190°C Gas Mark 3 Fahrenheit 347 Ingredients:- Base: 250 grams or 9 oz Plain Flour 125 grams or 4.5 oz Butter 1 teaspoon of Sugar 1 Egg Yolk 2 tablespoons (30ml) Water. Large flan dish Filling: Half to two-thirds of a jar of Strawberry Jam. Topping: 100 grams or 3.5oz Butter (Unsalted) 100 grams or 3.5oz Sugar 2 egg Yolks 50 grams or 1.7 oz Ground Almonds 1 Teaspoon...

Here is a step by step tutorial with pictures showing you how to make Orange and Almond Cake. Preheat the oven: 150°C Fan Assisted 170-180°C Conventional Oven Gas Mark 2 302F Ingredients: 3 Medium Eggs 200g / 7oz Caster sugar 200g / 7oz Ground Almonds 25g / 0.8oz of Plain flour Teaspoon of Baking Powder A Big Orange Almond Extract Bake Easy/Oil for greasing your tin. Method:- 1. Weigh out the caster sugar and place it in the mixing bowl. 2. Now crack the eggs, place them in the...

This delectable creamy Fudge is easy to make and tastes delicious too. It's great for all Mars Bar lovers, so if you want to know how to make it, see below. Here is the step-by-step tutorial showing you how. How to make Mars Bar Fudge Ingredients 400 Grams - Milk Chocolate 397 Grams - Condensed Milk 5 x Mars Bars (33 Gram Bars) Note: I used Callebaut Belgian Milk Chocolate, Carnation Condensed Milk, and Mars Bars. Equipment Medium Pan Spatula Hob Chopping Board Sharp Knife Small...

This chocolate cake is probably one of the nicest I've ever made. It's super moist, has an irresistible lightness and fluffiness to it, and has so much fibre-y goodness that it even persuaded my husband to indulge in a second slice! In keeping with my half-and-half technique, I've again combined wholemeal and white flour in this recipe. This blend not only offers a delightful indulgence but also infuses a touch of wholesome goodness into every bite. It doesn't take long to make either...

If you have ever had problems with cake leaning or tilting, then you may wish to have a glance at this post to see if any of the following explanations can give you a clue as to why this has happened and tips on how to prevent it. Trapped Air/Settling This happens when air pockets form after the cake layers have been stacked and then begin to settle. To prevent this, try using a thicker buttercream/filling to help the cake support its own structure and weight. Another solution is to...

If you want to add some height or depth to your cakes without breaking the bank, then why not use some of these handy tips and tricks. 1 Try using separators, hanging jewels or glass inserts to create elaborate designs and give you that much-needed height. 2 Add inexpensive cake toppers such as Mr & Mrs, Happy Birthday or make your own design to give the cake some much-needed flair. 3 Use dummy tiers. This is because you can have them decorated the same as the rest of your cake, and...

If you are having trouble with a buttercream cake and need to hide some of the flaws you are experiencing, here are five ways you can hide, disguise or enhance your imperfections. How to cover flaws and imperfections on a buttercream cake. 1 Pipe roses on the cake to cover it. 2 Cover the exterior in chocolate curls. 3 Add sprinkles to the buttercream in various areas around the cake. 4 Strategically place dragees or pearls in the flawed areas and make them part of the pattern...