How to achieve sharp edges on cake with buttercream

Learn how I get the sharp edges on cake with buttercream. You can follow exactly the same method for ganache. You just need less time for ganache to set in the fridge unlike buttercream.
Hope you find this tutorial helpful
USEFUL LINKS:
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RECIPE FOR CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM • How to make chocolate ...
RECIPE FOR CHOCOLATE CAKE • Easy and simple chocol...
INTRODUCTION
I am a self taught multi award winning cake designer based in London, UK. Wife and a mother of a boy. I am running my own cake business since 2012 by the name of Scrumptious cakes by fairy. I am very passionate about all things cake and love sharing my knowledge which I have accumulated in all these years of baking and decorating.
Thank you all for watching my tutorials and subscribing to my channel :)
Peace and love
Faryal
FACEBOOK: scrumptiouscakesbyfairy
INSTAGRAM: faryal_khan_cake_design

[@seanbarrett6366]

I just made my mum's 60th birthday cake using your tutorial, it was my first time and it came out perfect! She was overjoyed, thank you so much! Love from Australia

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[@SamiKhan-ev1rl]

Did you bake all 3 layers separately? I'm trying learn how to bake and decorate cakes.

[@edikanbassey9067]

Ahh, sharp edges was literally the bane of my baking existence. Thank you for this

[@chrispinagrant3107]

Thank you for imparting wisdom in us

[@beatrizlespron2438]

Thank you SO MUCH for this video!!! I love how you did everything in real time!

[@mamasfits]

This was GENIUS! Thank you so much! I can’t wait to decorate my next cake now

[@umarmalik5921]

Wow, I’ve been making cakes for a while now and have always struggled with this. This method seem so useful, will definitely give it a try next time. Thank you so much

[@laurakerschenbaum4079]

Thank you!! That is one of the COOLEST tricks I have ever seen! I can't wait to try that!!!

[@sashapeggues4652]

Wow!!! This is amazing, I can't wait to try it! Thank you for sharing.

[@beautifulbundles9452]

Thanks so much. I would go over so many times trying to make it smooth and level. This is an eye opener

[@natashablank987]

Cake decorating is so theraputic for me. I could watch this video all day!

[@brianaaaaaa]

literally same!

[@amyd7569]

Thank you for that great tutorial! Getting something that perfect always intimidated me but your video really made the process clear and I'm more confident I can do it now.

[@courtneydickerson9034]

I want to start selling cakes and this tutorial is amazing!!

[@angelbonin9133]

Thank you for sharing this!! Now my cakes have a chance of looking pretty!

[@BeautyLifewithLC]

Beautiful work!! Im doing this for my upcoming cake

[@gigiontube]

Gorgeous ! thank you so much for sharing your technique !

[@lauracryan3356]

This is a great video to show the steps! Love this! Thank you!

[@mariehill6427]

I feel like you can teach me anything lol great job and your voice is so warming! Thanks for teaching me ❤️

[@Fantasy88]

As a beginner, this is a good tutorial! Love the idea how you used the cake board as a guide to frost. I was having such a difficult time trying to even out the frosting. Thank you so much!

[@MsAmelia1957]

Loved your video, you did an amazing job, thank you for sharing.

[@The_Bakers_Loft]

I loved this tutorial! I never thought to use the cake card as a guide. Thank you.

[@rebeccabradshaw8911]

Thank you for sharing. You're very talented. Beautiful...

[@gayleashley5966]

Really nice tutorial and a great idea! The cake turned out beautiful and I'll be trying this next time for sure! Thank you!

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[@belindajimmy9826]

Beautiful

[@sharik7017]

Thanks for the excellently produced video! So thorough and you explained all the steps so well. Perfection!

[@foxiiroxii4925]

Omg this is genius!! Cant wait to try it!

[@valdizzzleee1121]

Im so glad I ran into your video !! This was awesome !!

[@cindyjones6347]

Thank you, I learned a lot. I enjoyed watching and listening to you, very easy to comprehend.

[@lorismithstreeter4458]

Gorgeous! Thank you for the info.

[@CL3208]

Thank you so much for sharing. This was pure perfection!! I have been struggling for a while now.. with the buttercream. So, first I will purchase the cake platters!! I can t wait to try it!! Thanks again!! Have a great day!

[@elyssacalderon8738]

That cake is so satisfying to look at. Hopefully my cake will come out as pristine as yours. First attempt not using your method was a failure. Hopping to gain success this time

[@terridavis8215]

Best video ever on getting sharp edges, never seen this before. You made it look so easy and You explained it well. We’ll be looking for your videos now. Thanks

[@anthoniakenneth1368]

Thank you, u simply made buttercream frosting easier than I thought. Well done

[@anavictoriaraya3798]

Thank you for sharing your techniques! Awesome👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@rayzfordayz122]

OMG AWESOME!!!!!!! Your aura is so relatable and calming. Please keep making tutorials!!!! 😄❤️

[@billpincheon23]

Very good work, enjoyed watching your skill at making sharp cake edges!

[@wefallbutoursoulsfly]

This blew my mind. I am looking forward to trying this on my next cake!

[@tyrellsykes6387]

Im adding this to my repertoire, thanks so much!!!!

[@sallyomalley8607]

What an excellent method!!! I've been baking and decorating cakes for 50 years and this is THE BEST frosting tip ever!!

[@linamarie84]

I love this comment!!! I know it's old but still, it's so sweet to see experts using tips and tricks from others and acknowledge that. Some people are too proud! It's such a shame because theyre missing out! Learning new things doesn't mean you aren't great at what you do! It goes to show that no matter how great you are there is always room to grow 💗

[@air12345567]

Love the parchment trick! Genius!!

[@rudraoo8746]

Thank you for sharing this method. I was looking for this sort of tutorial video on KZbin and to be honest I came to a conclusion the method has got clear and crisp steps which can be followed. A thumbs up and love from India to you .Share more method .

[@foodiermacita]

Thank you for this. I am a very beginner baker and this has been super helpful! ✨💖✨

[@No-xh2cs]

This. Is. Everything. Thank you so much! I made a cake for the first time and everyone and myself were so impressed how smooth and sharp the frosting was!

[@Scrumptiouscakesbyfairy]

The honest feedback really makes me happy 😃 Thank you so much for sharing it with us x

[@ChristineBartholomew1218]

Great tutorial. I"'ve been making cakes for years but your method is so much easier, quicker and so much more foolproof. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for sharing.

[@Scrumptiouscakesbyfairy]

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. I really appreciate it x

[@mscaseyc6328]

Excellent! Best method i've seen so far for achieving sharp edges on the cake. not sure if i would have the confidence to turn my cake upside down though!! Thank you

[@sheilag7880]

Wow, I am so impressed with your cake and the tutorial! You explained everything throughly! Thank you.

[@lotiscurry9354]

I save this because i want to learn how to make a cake..😋

[@JM-ww8vr]

This is a great tutorial! Hope to see more vids from you on cake decorating. Thank you:)

[@laurelbrown6527]

Amazing would love to of seen the finished product.

[@maniafeshki3247]

This video is really helpful . Thank you ❤️

[@reymagada7212]

Wow...Ive learned a lot as a beginner. A million THANKS!

[@xandrapierre8411]

This was so soothing....i feel as if im already a pro at this and i havent even tried it yet lol.....i love this

[@bhopkin4566]

Dont get too comfy.. its much harder than it looks

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Ha!! Me when I save ANYTHING baking in Pinterest 🤣🤣🤣

[@melissazelaya4818]

@Figela Konini I agree😂it takes me up to 2-3 hours also😂

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When she flipped the cake.omg omg 😅 i felt just like you, only after watching it ."pro"

[@susanboehme8600]

Very helpful tutorial! Thank you - I will be following you for more :-)

[@moonhousing]

Thank you so much for this video. You taught me so much 💕💕

[@kristaboston5895]

You are a very patient and clear teacher. Well done.

[@riknicole]

This was amazing! You make me wanna bake cakes again

[@SpiritWhispers]

Very well done, thank you for taking the time to show us.

[@irispare]

Thank you very much. I learned a new technique today.

[@princessmw]

Wow!! Amazing technique👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. I'm definitely going to flip my cake next time.👍🏽❤️

[@christinekaye6393]

I wish I'd learned this 30 years ago! It would have saved me a lot of frustration.🎂😵

[@cantflyyet4309]

Now I’m going to make a cake just to try this!🙂

[@tiaschreuder1434]

Brilliant! Thank you!

[@1948Jenny]

me too. This looks amazing

[@babeegunit]

This is genius & so cool. I definitely need to try this. Thank you!! 😃

[@paxfinstad6787]

Well that just blew my mind! You are a genius!! Flipping the cake twice, who knew?!? Thank you!! I had been resigned to my cakes are crooked but oh well, they taste good. That was a clear and detailed great tutorial!!

[@priscillanaidoo8058]

That was very informative. I usually struggle trying to creat a sharp and level cake

[@mywaterfountain]

Oh this was just wonderful! Thank you so much for the clear explanation. I’m really excited to try this.

[@laurenngng]

Wow really helpful, thank you!

[@repton3113]

Thank you for sharing this detailed tutorial!!! You explained everything beautifully!

[@katytaylor6326]

Oh my gosh!!!! This is mind blowing! Cant wait to try it!

[@judyfleming6269]

Wonderful tutorial!!! I know there are acrylic disks that can be used to get sharp edges, but I am amazed at how you do it with a simple white cake board piece. You are truly good at what you do.

[@Scrumptiouscakesbyfairy]

Judy Fleming thank you so much for the positive feedback. I know about the acrylic disc they are expensive aren’t they? Plus when you have to do same size cake cake in multiple quantity you need more than one set. I am absolutely against paying extra £s when I know the result can be achieved in cheaper ways ☺️and you know how addictive this cake making is lol my kitchen is short of space. Regards Faryal

[@nnekamomoh6296]

I love this method... Please how do I get the cake not to sweat after decorating it?

[@ACSSikhaNath]

I've watched a ton of videos on cake decoration and none was as informative as this. Awesome!

[@Scrumptiouscakesbyfairy]

❤️🙏

[@shantonushorna5696]

Hi, which buttercream did you use for this technique?

[@dac4evr]

This is a fabulous tutorial! Thank you!

[@kendranobiz630]

I love this technique. Thank you!

[@yvonnepaulrobert4461]

I really enjoy looking at your demo, I have learn a lot . I am very intrested in cake decorations so please keep me in touch of all recipes and decorations techniques. Thanks

[@lamunujennifer4432]

Mmmm it's nice but the process is so long and tiresome

[@mickaylapeters8809]

Thank you! As a home baker (and Mommy of 3) with a growing customer base, I have been struggling to achieve shard edges. Thank you! Best tutorial I've seen!

[@greisjone]

Please give me some advice how to start at home baking business? I started but only selling 5 a month for now from friends. Anything would help? Thank you!

[@cl9564]

You're a genius, that was so satisfying to watch!

[@luadma8788]

Its wonderful thank you to share with us !

[@billiejeanlee6120]

I would suggest putting a non-skid mat down on the turntable to keep the cake board from sliding around while working on it.

[@simim111]

I had this same issue. The cake card held the cake but the card kept moving around on the turn table😞

[@anniebarnes1859]

I have used double side tape

[@MaryAnnNytowl]

I have seen many of them (other cake decorators & cooks) use the bumpy sort of liner for shelves, bins, and drawers, that is like a fat mesh. They cut a square of it that sits under their cake board, and it stops the sliding issue better than tape of any kind. Plus, just wash it and reuse it tons of times, so a little 10 ft²/.9m² roll of it could last most people quite awhile!

[@buttafly312]

Thanks so much for this tutorial. I just learned a very valuable and helpful tip. I will definitely use this method for now on for my covered buttercream cakes. 👍🏽

[@dianemdlalose8657]

Love this method, definitely going to try using it, thank you

[@lilianjohnson8309]

I like the consistency of your butter cream. Please what measurement did you use to prepare your butter cream?

[@gaynellhall4696]

Great tutorial! Thanks for sharing.

[@2amescapade]

OK, that's brilliant. I will be trying this method on my next cake. Thank you for the tutorial.

[@cassandrahepp6445]

Wow. I've seen so many tutorials of people doing this and painstakingly going over and over their cake to get a straight edge and this is the first time Ive seen this technique. So much simpler and so much easier. Thank you for that!!!

[@JoinDrSuri]

What a great looking cake. Can't wait to try the recipe! 🤤

[@annatutein6892]

Very detailed tutorial, you are a great teacher thank you!

[@Scrumptiouscakesbyfairy]

Anna Tutein thank you so much i appreciate that you took to leave the positive feedback ❤️ Regards Faryal

[@alexscott8750]

Very interesting to see the procedure on how to ice a cake. Very good presentation; was easy to follow and very explicit. Thank you.

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Hey alex

[@czarinapiebaker2139]

Wow! Learned a lot! Thank you!!

[@Heidi19961]

This is THE BEST tutorial on this. I cannot wait to try this!!!

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[@allisons9682]

Great tutorial, I will have to try this technique. Thanks

[@steviegera7248]

This is amazing! So many hot tips! Love the flip upside down and peel parchment paper off for flat top hack! Haven't seen that before (rookie mum home baker/never bake lol) Thank you! Can't wait to make my sons 5th birthday cake in 2 weeks!

[@lauravick7095]

How did it turn out?

[@debradouglas2939]

This was an AWESOME and extremely informative video. This is my first video of yours I have seen but I look forward to seeing many more. Thanks so much for sharing your talent.

[@sherrybates4013]

Same here

[@louestafalkowski7626]

Thank you for such a thorough tutorial. I would like to suggest something for you. They're called cake strips. They will help your cakes to be flat across the top so you don't have to cut the dome off and then have to deal with crumbs. Just soak them in water, squeeze them out and put them around your cake pan before baking.

[@Scrumptiouscakesbyfairy]

I have PME baking strips but as I bake at low temperatures my cakes mostly come out almost flat I don’t get many off cuts. 😊 Thank you Peace and love Faryal

[@chicksrfun1]

Simply amazing!

[@TheSingingBaker]

Great tips. I love posting about cakes as well, Happy Baking! Thanks for sharing your tips!

[@naomifrancis4979]

I have seen this method before but never explained as clearly as you have here. Thank you so much for sharing and being so clear. Your work is great! I finally feel like I am confident enough to try this now. I'm definitely subscribed!

[@JojoplusBo]

Faultless demonstration... and so clearly explained .... kudos and thank-you for sharing. I too feel as if I can try your method now! Blessings🙏

[@nikhijoshjosh5019]

Nice

[@sherrybates4013]

I’ve been decorating over 40 years and this is the best and clearest demo I’ve ever seen ❤️👏

[@mayanaicker4866]

My thoughts exactly! Thank u, u are a brilliant tutor!

[@B_LilacFantasy]

It looks like fondant 😍 unbelievable!

[@MaryAnnNytowl]

My son, who just walked in while this was paused, said, "that's really pink fondant!" He could hardly believe it when I told him it was buttercream frosting!

[@PattymacMakes]

This is a great tutorial. Thank you.

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Wowwwwww!!! The best!!!!!

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Wow...wow wow.....The techniques you used are mind boggling. Great work

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sooooooo beautifully done 😍 first time i liked this kind of video on youtube usually i never comment😍😍😍

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Yes very beautifully done

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I love a lot your tutorial... Thank you so much

[@carisadias3188]

Wow this was so helpful! So many new techniques I’ve learnt 🙏

[@lakeshabrisker9863]

I really wish I can level my cakes like that and get my edges to look like that good

[@ronnieoliver5034]

I do too

[@tracymcmillen9638]

Beautiful! Great idea! I will use this technique next time. Thank you!

[@kbbgroupllc1299]

You can buy one

[@bglasper]

brilliant idea takes lotsa patience n waiting to complete the perfect cover. you are amazing.

[@Scrumptiouscakesbyfairy]

Brit Glasper in the beginning it will take you some time to do all the steps but once you get a hang of it, it wouldn’t take that long 🙂 Thank you Peace and love Faryal

[@marydelgado8525]

I’m a beginner and I enjoyed your video sooo much ! Thank you ♥️♥️

[@Quixotic_Elixir]

This was so awesome. I cannot wait to try this method. Thank you so much!!