BY: Frances Crouter
If you're an experienced baker, learning how to make a wedding cake is well within your reach.
BY: Jennifer Anderson
These classic cakes have a dense crumb, a tender, moist texture and a rich, buttery taste.
BY: Vanessa Greaves
Check out these creative cupcakes decorated by Allrecipes home cooks.
BY: Allrecipes Staff
Where to begin? Follow these easy steps for cutting into this work of art on the big day.
Baked and frosted cake layers are only the beginning: you need to stack the tiers and add the décor to build a beautiful wedding cake.
If you like the smooth look of fondant or ganache, try these techniques for your next special-occasion cake.
Take your cakes to a new level with chocolate ruffles and curls, or flowers made of chocolate, marzipan, or buttercream.
From fresh flowers to sugar-frosted fruits, garnishes add a whole new dimension to your cakes. They can be used for added color, a contrasting texture, or to indicate the flavor of the cake or filling.
You can make a plain cake look like a bakery gâteau with these techniques, whether you're a beginning or advanced cake artist.
Watch this video for a visual demonstration of creative ways to decorate cupcakes.
From homey slices of pie topped with whipped cream or ice cream to an elaborate "degustation plate" of multiple sweets, every dessert deserves a garnish.
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