Square Cakes Are Annoying! (But This Makes It Easier)

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  • Square cakes are super annoying to make because getting sharp corners and 90 degree angles takes FOREVER! However, this technique does help the process go a little faster. In this cake decorating video, you'll learn how to frost a square cake with American buttercream to get perfect, sharp edges. We will crumb coat the cake and then smooth the final coat of icing to crisp perfection to get a level square cake!
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  • @KarolynsKakes
    @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you enjoy my tutorials, I'd be so grateful if you could Buy Me A Coffee!
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  • @ForGoodnesSake
    @ForGoodnesSake ปีที่แล้ว +4

    OMG Karolyn!! I'm making a grooms cake for my son's wedding on Saturday! This video is perfect and perfect timing!! I was about to pull my hair out! Thank you soooo soo much 😘

  • @affluyvonne-zm2yv
    @affluyvonne-zm2yv ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's not as easy as you made it Karolyn 😅
    Thank you so so much, you are a great teacher

  • @Mairiain
    @Mairiain ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I use two boards, one on top after I've put the top layer of final frosting on, and one on the bottom. Then I put the crumb-coated cake with a final layer on top in the fridge until it's firm, and then I do the sides. Having the top and bottom board prevents you from scraping at at an angle and keeping an even layer while keeping the corners sharp.

  • @smcustomsweets5138
    @smcustomsweets5138 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing! Square cakes give me a fit!😂❤

  • @eloisavivian3839
    @eloisavivian3839 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your work❤ Tks for the class

  • @maggiesmith8261
    @maggiesmith8261 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great tutorial thank you so much. So helpful.

  • @sandybuchanan3479
    @sandybuchanan3479 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful!

  • @lovereigns4017
    @lovereigns4017 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job, karolyn ❤😊

  • @delilahs1099
    @delilahs1099 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I wished I would have watched this before I made this square cake today. I didn’t use a guide but I did stop the scraper before the edge

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The guide really helps! At least you know for next time. 💜

  • @jenniferwells6237
    @jenniferwells6237 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love your videos. It's cake. Have fun. I've learned a lot and brushed up on my skills with you

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Jen! This makes me so happy and is exactly why I make these videos. 😊🙏💜

  • @michellejones7230
    @michellejones7230 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just bought two square cake pans from Home. Goods. I will try this method for icing. Thank you.

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome Michelle! 😊

  • @annettemurray1594
    @annettemurray1594 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Me too

  • @chea591
    @chea591 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The acrylic square plates make things easy and quick

  • @mommabakez
    @mommabakez ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I ❤ your methods on icing cakes, You always explain things perfectly😊

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much my dear! 😊

  • @LilJake20
    @LilJake20 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Karolyn, a helpful tip for you in creating sharp square edges... to try anyway.
    I was taught to use (2)two fondant/frosting smoothers *the cheap ones with square edges (not round like the (Wilton) brand if you want to make perfect square corners.
    Run one fondant smoother up the side overlapping the top edge, then run the other smoother across the top to touch the side smoother.
    With gentle pressure rub the smoothers back and forth touching while gently applying each other to create your edge.
    This has worked fantastic for me, one huge warning, do not let the smoothers slip off each other, come apart accidentally etc. it can damage the cake.
    Some people might find this difficult (but it's not) take your time until you have developed your own rhythm.
    Good Luck!

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That works for fondant, right?

    • @LilJake20
      @LilJake20 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@KarolynsKakes yes, that is only for fondant.
      In the last few days I've cruised thru at least 10 of your videos. I'm glad I ran into your channel., I've learned a lot!
      If I ever made it out your way I'd be inviting you for a in person coffee to say hi and thank you...
      😉👍

  • @sweetmimisestscha
    @sweetmimisestscha ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much, I agree with you icing square cakes is a mission but it's better your way!! Thank you Sweetie!! ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว

      The only way I can get it right is with the square board as a guide!

  • @katiuszaYT
    @katiuszaYT 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Try using a see thru quilting ruler when measuring top of cake. Guarantee you will love it

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're sharing all kinds of great tips, I appreciate you!!🙌

  • @TTPCakery
    @TTPCakery ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome friend!!! As usual!!

  • @joannethomas3116
    @joannethomas3116 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent tutorial

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you liked it!

  • @pearlm6715
    @pearlm6715 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much. Those corners are so annoying!

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Tell me about it😂

  • @ShanaCali
    @ShanaCali ปีที่แล้ว

    You give the best tutorials!
    Always excited to see when a new video is up.
    Many hugs, stay inspired.
    ~*Shana signing out for now.

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you honey! I appreciate you! 💜🙏

  • @yazzysjourney926
    @yazzysjourney926 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice tutorial how much cake batter and pans did you use

  • @karenhodges4933
    @karenhodges4933 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow! I am so😊 afraid to have ever even tried a square cake, I have only done round cakes. Maybe I will try this sooner or later. You make it look soooo easy! Beautifully done!!

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks girl, it's definitely one of those rare occasions for me!

  • @Brandi_the_Baker
    @Brandi_the_Baker ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Okay, so I’ll probably never make a square cake. Lol. I’ve tried once and it was a nightmare.

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's definitely traumatizing 😂😂

  • @robgreenwood8637
    @robgreenwood8637 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi love you tutorial just wondering why you dont add a second template to the top of the cake so you are creaming between the two then pop the top of and smooth. Like if you are using gnache plates

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm sure that would work! I'll have to try that and see if I have success with it. 🙏

  • @jaydentube4275
    @jaydentube4275 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi pls i need a tutorial about how to organize the utilities and items of my kitchen case am home mom and am working in home so i need to know how to segregate my cake items for kitchen items too 10Q for ur good attitude

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Here's a video on how I organize my cake stuff!
      th-cam.com/video/jApbqMcAfDU/w-d-xo.html

  • @carolynmckee4295
    @carolynmckee4295 ปีที่แล้ว

    I only do cakes for fun, but whenever I do a square cake I remember WHY I am not fond of doing those dang corners and should have done a round! Pretty nail color, BTW!

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Carolyn with a "C"! 😊
      These are just so hard to get perfect. Especially if you're stacking them, all the angles have to be perfect or it won't look right!
      And thank you, I'm obsessed with this color right now 💅🎉

  • @gloriacumberbatch3082
    @gloriacumberbatch3082 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How to stop a cake from leaking after icing it

  • @maggieburris1081
    @maggieburris1081 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you feel this strongly about square cakes I would love to know how you feel about hexagons 😮 lol
    Thanks for another great tutorial!

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ummmmm that's my nightmare!! 😂😂

  • @user-hp5gc7el3h
    @user-hp5gc7el3h 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job Karolyn! Did you use a square pan? I don’t have one and wanted to know how could I make a square cake without the pan

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I did use a square pan. You can use a sheet pan if you don't have a square. But it would be difficult to make a square from a round cake. You would have to make a big round cake to be able to trim it to a square!

  • @Nonniessweettreatsohio
    @Nonniessweettreatsohio ปีที่แล้ว

    How long did it really take you? ( love your videos and your energy)

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you love! It was probably an hour to frost with both coats of icing! (Not including the 4 hours or so it sat in the fridge after the crumb coat to harden.)

  • @anitabadeau4866
    @anitabadeau4866 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would really love if you did a class on this. I tried your method and my cake looked better but still not as nice as yours

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว

      Okay! I'll put that on my list 😊

  • @lxus4u
    @lxus4u 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    hi where do you get your cake boards from?

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I love the CakeBon boards on Amazon! Make sure you get the 1/2" thick ones.
      amzn.to/47qb7sY

  • @doloresjonusas866
    @doloresjonusas866 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow - what a great job! I have a question... every time I crumbcoat a chocolate cake, even though I bring the icing over the top, when I remove it (carefully), I can still see the cake around the top edge - it's almost as though the buttercream doesn't want to stick to the border of the cake - has that ever happened to you?

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Chocolate cakes are a little soft because of the addition of cocoa powder, so they can be a little more challenging to frost. Make sure your icing is thinned out a little bit (not too much), that will help it adhere to the cake better!

    • @doloresjonusas866
      @doloresjonusas866 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KarolynsKakes Thanks, Karol - I'll try that :)

  • @annehogan4841
    @annehogan4841 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wonder why you don’t just cut a cake board and eliminate the press and seal?

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I like to put this on a 1/2" foam core board, it's thicker than a cake circle so it can help guide the bench scraper without it slipping off. The cake shouldn't come in contact with the foam core board, that's why I add the press and seal. You can use a cake circle if you prefer! I just like to do it this way.

  • @katiuszaYT
    @katiuszaYT 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Try folding your plastic wrap in diagonally from the corners first, then from the sides. Trust me.

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      OMG this makes so much sense!! Why didn't I think of that?! Thank you!🎉

  • @malindabrown4252
    @malindabrown4252 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is why I hate sheet cakes!

  • @affluyvonne-zm2yv
    @affluyvonne-zm2yv ปีที่แล้ว

    It's not as easy as you made it Karolyn 😅
    Thank you so so much, you are a great teacher

    • @KarolynsKakes
      @KarolynsKakes  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It gets easier with practice!