Air Bubbles In Your Icing? Don't Throw It Away! Do This Instead

[@KarolynsKakes]

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[@luckycarebear9406]

Do you remember back in the day when the buttercream use crust over? Like the roses was hard but when u eat it than it would melt in your mouth… do u know how to crust over the frosting ? American buttercream? With Walmart shortening

[@luckycarebear9406]

I made American buttercream and I don’t know whyyy it’s not crusting

[@killykilly7920]

Maybe you’re not using enough sugar? My buttercream crusts over

[@DimsKitchenplusJourney]

Really great video . Thank you 🙏

[@maggieburris1081]

I make buttercream in my mixer. Then, I put it in my food processor. The food processor takes about 95% of the air bubbles out of my buttercream. That really helps me avoid a lot of air bubbles.

[@liisselarom2511]

Thanks maggie

[@veralgsouza]

Oh nice ! Thank you! Do you use metal or plastic on your food processor blades ? Thank u

[@maggieburris1081]

@@veralgsouza metal

[@roualhoujeiri5905]

Does that work with Italian or Swiss meringue buttercreams?

[@maggieburris1081]

@@roualhoujeiri5905 yes it does 😉

[@Kristen11114]

I always just turn my mixer on low after the buttercream is done for 15 to 20 mins with the paddle attachment. That knocks out most of the air and makes a really smooth buttercream

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you, I'm going to try this!

[@stevehawk3229]

7:04 Your tutorial really helps beginners to cake making and decorating Thank you

[@KarolynsKakes]

Steve! You're welcome!

[@felicitykenter7748]

I iced my first cake the other day and it turned out so well. I saw your trick with the hot water on one of your other videos and I could really see the difference it made! Thanks again for another great video! I love your personality shining through 😀

[@jjj7383h]

the viva paper towel truck blew my mind. thts some sorcery level stuff 😮

[@KarolynsKakes]

It works so well!!🙌🙌

[@brendamiller3670]

Watched this on my tv, *had* to get on my phone so I could tell you what a genius you are 😁 Thank you! Also, I absolutely LOVE your personality and how you keep it REAL!

[@melindawedgewood6462]

I learned the Viva paper towel trick on a cresting buttercream about 10 years ago and never looked back!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yessss!!! It really works so well!

[@melindawedgewood6462]

@@KarolynsKakes just found your channel and have been watching a video or two everyday, love it!! I have a little home bakery with my daughter and was wondering if you'd share your opinion on a name: Silly Cakes Confections, or Silly Cakes Bakes?

[@shannonsmith924]

I decided since I’m creative and having a birthday I wanted to have fun creating my own layered cake this year. I bought a lot of supplies got cheap cake mix and vinilla icing and had fun mixing colors and using my turn table, it wasn’t perfect but decently good for my first time baking and decorating a circle cake. I wanted to have fun learning a new skill and now I have. Perhaps I can learn more in the future to perfect my style,

[@KarolynsKakes]

You'll learn something new every time you make one 😊

[@Qu33nB33Brandi]

I just love all the tips you give but lately I’ve found myself just playing your videos bc the peace you bring lol I’ve taken a break on cakes but I feel like I’m coming back you keep me up to date so thankyou 💛💛💛

[@KarolynsKakes]

Awww Brandi! Thank you honey! 🥰💜🙏🏼

[@littlelady3895]

I watch her videos to relax sometimes. End of a long hard day, I will Beng watch a bunch of her videos to relax. Or when I am stumped on a order, I don't always watch videos relate to what I am making, that I am stumped on. Most the time, it is completely different then what I am working on. I find she helps clear my head, kinda like wiping the slate clean or starting with a New Paper.... A Brain Reset if ya will! Lol

[@GrammaPatriot]

Omg i do the same thing…i rewatch her vids all the time , not just to learn from her, but shes so fun snd relaxing to watch! I just adore Karolyn! 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

[@SP-rp4bz]

Thank you. I love decorating cakes but I’m having a hard time getting the smooth buttercream finish. I will save this video and try again later this week. ❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

You're welcome! Just make sure you are doing this on a crusting buttercream like American Buttercream (which is what I use.). It won't work on a meringue buttercream because that doesn't crust.

[@hazelgumede2595]

finally I get to find out why my butter cream is not like others people's butter cream cakes

[@leratothabo]

I love the way you explain. you cover the nuances we experience so well.

[@KarolynsKakes]

I appreciate that!🙌

[@Brandi_the_Baker]

You make it all look so easy. Your years of work really show. Thank you so much for trying to help us all learn and perfect our craft.

[@madelineS98789]

She does make it look so easy!

[@josealers6902]

Thanks!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you Jose, that was so generous!

[@staceyhaskell8223]

I love your saying at the end☺️ it’s such a good thing to hear, it’s puts decorating in its proper perspective. For me I can get stresses and it really did help to hear it. Thanks!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Absolutely!!

[@user-fb4sb1zi8g]

I’ve watched many videos on this topic, and yours is the first one that really helped me out. Thank you!

[@KarolynsKakes]

I'm so glad this was helpful! 🙏🎉

[@Bammabits]

This is SO helpful for me. I love ALL your explanations and chatter- you’re a real person.❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you so much!

[@kimberlymitchell9838]

Thank you for all of your wonderful content, they have really helped me improve on my baking & decorating skills. Go girl!!!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yay!!! You’re welcome Kimberly! ☺️🙌🏼

[@gigimorris4955]

I have never seen the paper towel technique....THANK U so much

[@velrinepalmer9982]

Hi Karolyn! Admired the demonstration on :Removing Air Bubbles On Cakes. If Viva Hand Towels are not available,Typing Sheets will do the job with the use of the smoother. Good luck! Velrine Palmer

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thanks for the info!

[@ymeofallppl]

Can you pls share a link for typing sheet? M from India and trying to get something similar to viva sheets or this alternate

[@charmaineterblanche2417]

Thank you for your tips. The only thing about the heated scraper and pallet knife, it change the the colour of the icing

[@KarolynsKakes]

I talk about how to avoid that in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoWok2lvZdangMU

[@sherogirl2456]

What an incredible video this is .

[@KarolynsKakes]

😊🙏

[@TTPCakery]

Hey bestie!!! I’ve found success with using butcher paper as well to help with smoothing.

[@sarahhuss9702]

Wow I’ve seen so many cake icing videos and none have shared these techniques! Thank you so much for this ❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tishrichmond1254]

I get bubbles a lot…I noticed that after my buttercream has been sitting for just a few minutes (as I’m frosting the cake) more air bubbles form in it…idk? I use milk as the liquid. I tried water and there seems to be less bubbles but not to where I need it. Next time I’m doing the viva paper towel hack. BTW you are an amazing “teacher” and I love your attention to detail. THANK YOU!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Tish!! Thank you so much honey, I really appreciate your support! When I feel like air bubbles have formed in the icing, I will take a silicone spatula and carefully mix it around a bit, that does help get rid of a lot of them.

[@tishrichmond1254]

@@KarolynsKakes Yes I tried that with the spatula and it WORKED, and I got some Viva paper towels today, tried it with my fondant smoother and YES that worked like a charm!! Thank you so much!!!

[@tinakathleen8571]

Excellent. I keep trying, but you really make it look so easy. This video has been very helpful today. Thanknyou😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

It gets easier with practice!

[@veronicao.35]

Omg beautiful!! You make it look so easy !!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you! 😊. It gets easier with practice, I promise!

[@nataliebd9881]

Love your humour - you're such fun and so helpful with ALL your tips ... thanks so much!

[@Ch_eng]

Oh my gosh! This is the BEST frosting tip ever! I feel like you just revealed a baker’s secret!!! Haha. Thank you!!! I can’t wait to practice!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Happy to help!

[@mrsbrockgabby]

I’m new to your channel. I just love your videos. You are so thorough. You said in this video that you can go on and on. I like lengthy so go on and on. I like your perkiness too. I look forward to watching all of your videos. I’ve opened up my own baking business out of my home but am lacking decorating skills. I’m hoping I can get better as I watch you. Thank you very much.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you Robin! You'll improve with every cake you make, so keep going! 💜🙏

[@mrsbrockgabby]

@@KarolynsKakes, thank you.

[@ByClaraCristina]

What an excellent video!! So many good tips!!

[@theloveleebaker]

Super helpful! Thank you so much❤ P. S. Most Walmarts carry the Viva paper towels😊

[@abidingonthestraightandnar5330]

Oh my goosh!! this was amazing!! you are the answer to all my smoothing issues, thank you for your tutorial it was well executed, and explained perfectly!! I really love this look, but dread the effort that I can never achieve on my own. I got it now ☺

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yaaassssss!!! (Does anyone say that anymore?! LOL) I'm so glad it helped! Air bubbles are super annoying, but there's always a solution!

[@mercedesaschenbrenner9352]

Very generous of you to share those tricks. Thank you! Subscribed. ❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thanks for subbing!

[@lolosam1667]

Thank you, it's really great... Can I apply this base with whipped chocolate ganache? I don't like butter cream at all, so I use whipped white chocolate ganache.

[@zoiegarza4974]

I love this. You are amazing for actually explaining

[@markdonnelly5184]

Literally thee BEST icing tutorial on KZbin! 🔥♥️

[@KarolynsKakes]

Wow, thank you!😊🙌🙏

[@mitzieklozotsky5092]

Whoa whoa whoa....there's a rough side and smooth side to viva???? How did I never notice this? I use your paper towel smoothing trick on almost every cake I make. Do you notice if you make your icing a day or so ahead, there's far less bubbles? That seems to make a huge difference for me.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes there is! On the newer towels, there is a big difference. On the older ones, it was subtle. So maybe that's why you haven't noticed! And I personally feel if I make it in advance that there are more air bubbles the next day. For some reason, when it sits, the bubbles like to multiply! 😂 If that happens, I just put it in the mixer and maybe add a teeny bit more liquid.

[@mitzieklozotsky5092]

@Karolyns Kakes i didn't know they changed them! I'm still using a bulk case I bought a while ago. 🌠 #TheMoreYouKnow

[@melaniebrink8563]

Thanks so much I will most definitely try it out❤

[@daileequesada241]

Maravilloso …… una vez más, gracias por compartir tus conocimientos 💝

[@queenmoresh5633]

Thank you🙏🙏🙏watching from South Africa

[@KarolynsKakes]

Sending love from USA! 💜🙏

[@katrinaskidmore9443]

It sounds like you figured out the mic situation🙌 Thank you so much for your tips!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! My boyfriend fixed it for me! 🙌🏼

[@ninibren]

This was an amazingly helpful video! Thank you ❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yay!! You’re welcome girl! 🙌🏼

[@ezkdf]

Best tips so far!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@AminaAkram-h9v]

Thenk you somuch ,God bless you

[@vanessafrank3581]

Thanks for this tutorial. Really helpful

[@Kurabiyecinur]

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[@skyrin2191]

Thanks for your video it will help me,can I use baking paper

[@KarolynsKakes]

That's good to know, thank you!!

[@pla4825]

Excellent thank you for sharing these tips with us 😊

[@charlenemorris6332]

I need to know to make a thick creamy butter cream do you use crisco shortening or regular butter and heavy cream

[@ladauphine2837]

It looks nice and smooth 👌 ❤

[@tinakathleen8571]

We're we live it's summer and super humid so working with buttercream even with the air con on is difficult.

[@Lozanofamily13]

Thank you so much!!! I’m getting started making cakes just for fun, and I’ve made 2 with many bubbles lol 😂 I will try this next time 🥳🤩

[@LifeandMorewithTee]

Love this!!! Great tips!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@diliciasenewiratne8343]

Tks for the hacks! ❤

[@KeOShAsWoRLd]

Ohhhhh myyyy gahhhhhhh you’re a MIRACLE WORKER

[@KarolynsKakes]

🤗💜🙏

[@juliemyers4012]

Absolutely brilliant

[@ccthompson2382]

Wow thank you sooooo much. That really helps me ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@priscilliaclemee690]

Thank you so much for this very helpful

[@maymatti4520]

Thank you for this video 😊

[@Alarmond007]

After making my buttercream, I scoop out a good bit and use a flat silicone spatula to really press the air bubbles out of the butter cream. Once I frost my cake, I get it as good as I can then I pop it in the fridge for a little bit to get firm. I've been use a warm pallet knife to further smooth out sides of the cake. Dipping the knife in hot water and cleaning it off ss i go. I may stick it back in the fridge and repeat the process, But I get really smooth sides and sharp corners by doing this.

[@KarolynsKakes]

This is wonderful, thank you so much for sharing and helping others!🙏

[@amusicalsoul87]

Thank you for this!

[@peachbyko]

Oh my! I just found you and this is a life saver as I have two cakes to bake. Does the paper towel not stick to the frosting though?? Thank you!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

You must use a crusting buttercream (like the American buttercream I use in this video). If you try this method on a meringue buttercream, those don't crust, so a paper towel will stick to it!

[@Rosabel718]

You can use blue shop towels as they too are smooth 😊

[@cindytanfield5838]

Thank you your video was very helpful ❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

You’re welcome 😊

[@joannjacquin4983]

Great video, Karolyn…great tips!

[@janejoseph9765]

Hiya thank you.. is the consistency you use for covering the cake the same to pipe. Thanks.😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

It depends on what I'm piping. If I'm doing borders or using a bigger tip (Like a 1M or 6B), then it's the same consistency. If I need to write with a small tip (1 or 2), then it needs to be thinned out so the icing can easily flow through it!

[@sweetmimisestscha]

Thank you, Sweetie!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

You're welcome love! 💜🙏

[@nicolemuloli5630]

Thank you

[@antoniomtorres87]

Smooth as heck

[@natashamitchell2904]

Ty so much for this

[@thecupcakelady2014]

Thank you for the helpful tips, Karolyn!

[@BranBryLS]

I’m a baker thank you for all your hacks and tips😀

[@KarolynsKakes]

You're welcome honey! 😊 🙌

[@annakrause521]

Hi ❤your tutorial. Do you have to put it in the fridge for 4hrs can it be 2hrs.

[@KarolynsKakes]

It needs to be in the fridge long enough for the crumb coat to solidify. 2 hours should be okay

[@dajalove6360]

Thank you so much!!!

[@yummycakes4422]

Question do you rub vivia paper towels at the same time time while scrubbing or you put in fridge If you do put in fridge then what you do top side extra butter cream 😊 Waiting for your reply

[@PurpleLilliBugg]

This is so amazing and definitely going to help me in the future. Thank you 😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Krishna18-z4i]

Amazing 😍

[@laurazeller2014]

Thank you, Karolyn!

[@katiemiller2062]

I’ve wasted so much water running my scraper under the hot tap. It never occurred to me that I could use a pan. Hahaha! I also take a few minutes just gently stirring/ push out the bubbles with a spatula after I’m done mixing. I’ll have to try the hot water trick. Thank you!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes!! You're welcome honey!

[@jaelwolf]

I generally make rectangular cakes. Can you do a video on icing them and getting the air bubbles out?

[@rebeccap2891]

Thank you so much for all of your tips in your great videos! I have learned and used so many from you! Thank you and Merry Christmas!

[@KarolynsKakes]

You are so welcome Rebecca, Merry Christmas to you too!

[@cake-a-licious_uk]

Wow.nicely explained 😍❤👍

[@amreenimtiyaz5296]

Very useful.Thank you

[@berthalesia7629]

Thank you so much. Which paper towel are you talking about ? The one we use when baking? Bertha South Africa 🇿🇦. Im a leaner

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hi Bertha! It's a brand of paper towel that we can get here in USA. Unfortunately I'm not sure it's available in S. Africa. I'm sorry!

[@veralgsouza]

This is a great tip! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@KarolynsKakes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@taspialaboni350]

Watching from Bangladesh 🇧🇩

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hello from USA! 💜

[@taspialaboni350]

Really helpful love you ❣️

[@KarolynsKakes]

Love you too, glad it helped!

[@mollyboyette6472]

If you can’t find the paper towels my grandma taught me a similar method just using parchment or butcher paper instead, you definitely have to wait a few minutes though just to make sure it’s fully crusted!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you for the tip!🙌

[@maakko8267]

Hey , If Possible Can You Show Me A Video Of Using Parchment Paper ?

[@juqettalawson4354]

Thank you for the video my girl!🥰

[@carolmeakins3578]

Thank you for your tutorial. Always helpful x

[@cathygreer8111]

Hi great video. Can I use parchment paper in stead of paper towels?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes, but you may need to wait a few minutes for the icing to crust so it won't stick to the paper.😊

[@leawofford8495]

Instead of the hot water, melt some of your buttercream and add it back into the bowl and mix with the paddle attachment on low.

[@KarolynsKakes]

This is a great tip, thank you Lea!🙌

[@lesa-janeofalltrades1765]

Awesome 😊 thank you

[@KarolynsKakes]

You're welcome 😊

[@nfornusrat__]

which whipped cream is best for whipped cream frosting?

[@anuoluwapoakindele3108]

Waow! The paper towel trick is really amazing. But is refrigerating buttercream the best, whenever I do that, the cake sweats a lot. What can I do?

[@KarolynsKakes]

You have to control the environment that the cake is in once you remove it from the fridge. When it is hot outside, I have my air conditioning in the house on blast. So the room is cold and the cake won't sweat. If you don't have access to air conditioning, you may not want to refrigerate your cakes because you'll have condensation issues! Here's a video explaining it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHOummCFbNtsbtk

[@angelinaeredia3292]

I make cream cheese frosting. Do you have any videos on frosting cakes with cream cheese frosting????

[@KarolynsKakes]

I don't because I don't frost cakes with cream cheese frosting. I feel like it doesn't hold up as well (melts faster than American Buttercream) and it's more difficult to smooth and get sharp lines. But that's just me! Someone else may have a video about that, sorry I couldn't help!

[@angelinaeredia3292]

@@KarolynsKakes no worries. I appreciate your honesty and your reply 😊.

[@GrammaPatriot]

We love you Karolyn! 🙏🏻❤️😇👍🎂🎂🎂❤️❤️❤️

[@KarolynsKakes]

Awww love you too honey!! 💜🙏

[@hannahc6265]

Thanks for this! Could you use baking parchment or greaseproof paper instead of the butchers paper?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I've tried, but I didn't have success with it (it kept sticking). But that doesn't mean that it won't work, if you have some on hand, give it a shot!

[@hannahc6265]

@@KarolynsKakes thanks for the super speedy reply! I’ll get some butchers paper, thank you x