Top 10 Tips for Smooth Buttercream Cakes

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ก.ค. 2024
  • Hi Everyone, Do you struggle to get buttercream smooth on the side of your cakes? Fear not, in this weeks cake decorating tutorial I'm giving you my top 10 tips for getting a smooth buttercream finish.
    I really hope you enjoy the tutorial. Thank you so much for watching and don't forget to subscribe for more cake decorating tutorials!
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    ★ Video Chapters:
    00:00 Intro
    00:49 Buttercream consistency
    01:48 Air bubbles in your buttercream
    02:38 Tools for a smooth buttercream cake
    03:52 Cake temperature
    05:11 Levelling your cakes
    06:09 Applying a crumb coat
    07:17 Angle of your smoothing tool
    08:40 Heating up your smoothing tool
    10:22 Take your time
    11:39 Using acrylic discs
    13:10 Outro
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  • @sureniprashadi
    @sureniprashadi ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I am a sri Lankan girl and I love watching your videos and I am also a cake designer. Your videos are very valuable and your designs are very beautiful.

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much 🙂 I'm so pleased that you find them valuable. Thank you so much for watching x

    • @sureniprashadi
      @sureniprashadi ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CakesbyLynz 😍

    • @ma.caridadbocon2686
      @ma.caridadbocon2686 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CakesbyLynz hi! I'm so inspired by you, Lynz...I'm a filipina

  • @fikilemagubane8118
    @fikilemagubane8118 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for being such a calm and very inspirational tutor!

  • @yacbdgurrll5566
    @yacbdgurrll5566 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really appreciate you providing your cake tips!! This has helped me tremendously!!

  • @Colinupham
    @Colinupham ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for these tips! 🙂

  • @tahirasweet5437
    @tahirasweet5437 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I always used to struggle! Can't wait to try this. Thanks for all your helpful videos 🌸

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so glad it was helpful! I really hope the tips will work for you x

  • @karennetherland2327
    @karennetherland2327 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great tips Lynz. Really appreciate you taking the time to explain each tip. Have a great weekend. 💗

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so welcome, I just really hope you find them useful. Have a great weekend too x

  • @lorrainehicks9172
    @lorrainehicks9172 ปีที่แล้ว

    I always learn something new from you. Thank you for sharing and keep on caking 💜

  • @rozabellalover
    @rozabellalover 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This video just helped me do my smoothest buttercream finish yet! Great tips, thank you so much ❤

  • @irinagudema4096
    @irinagudema4096 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Lynz, I’m from Russia! I really love your tutorials! I’ve never tried working with American buttercream, but I want to try. Thanks for your videos and detailed explanations! I’m always looking forward to new ones!

  • @laurazeller2014
    @laurazeller2014 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Lynz!

  • @Kgotso981
    @Kgotso981 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much, what a useful video❤❤❤

  • @kumuasha
    @kumuasha ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very useful video ❤

  • @NewPrimFun
    @NewPrimFun ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much. I followed your tips to make a semi naked wedding cake and now another person wants a smooth sided cake! My husband will have to eat the practices😂

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I really hope you'll find this useful. I always think the practice cakes are the most fun as they get to be eaten x

  • @afrin33
    @afrin33 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very important tips.thks.💕

  • @Amani-me1ie
    @Amani-me1ie ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks so much 🙏 💓
    Really helpful 👌

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so pleased you found it useful. Thank you so much for watching x

  • @siumiewickramasingha765
    @siumiewickramasingha765 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing

  • @julietteoscaralphanovember2223
    @julietteoscaralphanovember2223 ปีที่แล้ว

    I freeze my cakes without icing so I can do all my baking in one day, the day before I need to decorate them, I put them in the fridge to defrost, but I find it easier to decorate a cold cake. Just my preference.
    I also use baking strips so my cakes don't dome.
    I get lazy and usually don't do a crumb coat but I'm trying it this week. I've always heard of people doing a crumb coat but I didn't really know why, but you explained it and it makes sense.
    Thank you for all your tips.

  • @uzmasaleem900
    @uzmasaleem900 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very very useful video. Thank you for all the information . God bless you❤️❤️

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for watching ❤️

  • @salimatsuroyaa841
    @salimatsuroyaa841 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're the one of my favorite cake designer, I love watching your videos, I'm a begginer. Thanks for your tips.

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much 😊 I'm so pleased you enjoy them x

  • @evalynmiguelsanj
    @evalynmiguelsanj ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi I'm a new ifan in your YT channel and I'm very glad i found your videos for some helpful tips specifically to get a smooth side on the cakes.

  • @anishasukoor5908
    @anishasukoor5908 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you ❤

  • @jesnadani701
    @jesnadani701 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you..... Maam

  • @nuziamri
    @nuziamri ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome tips Lynz. Gonna try em all💕💕Love from Srilanka ❤️

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว

      I really hope you'll find them useful x

  • @lynngibb483
    @lynngibb483 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant tips Lynz. I will find them so helpful as i do struggle a but with buttercream.

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Lynn, I'm so glad they will be helpful

  • @selyfondantdiary
    @selyfondantdiary ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very useful tips for bakers, Lynz! 🥰👍👍👍

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm so pleased you think so. Thank you so much for watching 🥰🥰

    • @selyfondantdiary
      @selyfondantdiary ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CakesbyLynz Pleasure 🥰💕

  • @user-vn9xr8wu3j
    @user-vn9xr8wu3j 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So good

  • @SweetHomeDelights
    @SweetHomeDelights ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you for the helpful video.

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so glad it was helpful to you!

  • @malkianuradha5860
    @malkianuradha5860 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    very useful ❤

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so pleased you found them useful x

  • @edak8633
    @edak8633 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Danke!!!👍👍👍

  • @nihmathnihmath3298
    @nihmathnihmath3298 ปีที่แล้ว

    IAM another Sri Lankan girl . thanks you so much ma'am your every video s IAM watched.really valuable .

  • @sriyanisomalatha7935
    @sriyanisomalatha7935 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for ladies

  • @tanishahossainmedha1563
    @tanishahossainmedha1563 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you

  • @Cathymagdis1969
    @Cathymagdis1969 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos! Thank you! I’m wondering where you bought your large scraping tool. 😊

  • @titifgranada8713
    @titifgranada8713 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very intrested vidéo 👌👌. Need more . thanks

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so pleased you enjoyed it. Thank you so much

  • @RichmondNanakuffour
    @RichmondNanakuffour 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice one

  • @uzmasaleem900
    @uzmasaleem900 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Please explain the techniques of cream cheese frosting on cake. Please.

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi, the technique would be exactly the same. Cream cheese frosting in my experience does tend to be a little softer than American buttercream but I would smooth it out in exactly the same way before chilling it in the fridge.

  • @sallyhorler-lau93
    @sallyhorler-lau93 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hi Lynz, I always create a line, like a dent, when I smooth the buttercream. As soon as I stop smoothing with the smoother, I leave a line where I lift it off. What am I doing wrong? Any tips? Thanks for all the great tutorials!

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Sally, this can be so annoying can't it. You get it so smooth and then you have a line as you lift off. I've found that once I want to lift the scrapper off if I do it really slowly and tilt the smoother into the cake a little more this can really help minimise the line as you remove it. So instead of just pulling it off sort of drag it off with the side of the scraper close to the cake, if that makes sense (similar to when I mention about the angle of the scraper). I really hope this helps. Also the acrylic plates if you use these tends to stop this I've found.

    • @yacbdgurrll5566
      @yacbdgurrll5566 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Omg great question. I have this same issue! I appreciate you both!! 🥰

  • @fionab1161
    @fionab1161 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great tips - with Christmas near could you please do a sugar cookie decorating video. Thanks Lynz

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Fiona, I'm so pleased you like them. I like the idea of decorated sugar cookies for Christmas.

  • @tracywells2833
    @tracywells2833 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi lynz, I love your tutorials 💖 I'm just about to try my first cake , but can I ask a silly question , how do I get the cake off of the turntable & on to its drum ? 🤔😳

  • @ediths.q.3097
    @ediths.q.3097 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos, thanks!. I always have problems applying the cream on top of the cream coat. It usually begins to peel off the cake. That happens both when cake is or not cold. What am I doing wrong?

  • @hunkymirealnzughulmimisim5521
    @hunkymirealnzughulmimisim5521 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for your videos. Please, what is the name of that tool you used in heating up the smoothing tool

  • @karenfox5004
    @karenfox5004 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm going to try those acrylic disks. I been watching your videos for a couple years now and you have helped me so much, thank you!

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Karen, I am so happy to hear the videos have helped you. The acrylic discs were a real game changer when I tried them for the first time. x

  • @agashire9837
    @agashire9837 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much for the awesome video! I am just wondering why you use American buttercream rather than Swiss meringue? Is American OK for covering cakes?

  • @sriyanisomalatha7935
    @sriyanisomalatha7935 ปีที่แล้ว

    From Sri Lanka ❤❤

  • @sureniprashadi
    @sureniprashadi ปีที่แล้ว

    I want to know something from you ma'am, will it be a problem if you add the thylo powder mixture while making the gum paste icing?

  • @marisalink9741
    @marisalink9741 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What is the brand of your metal smoothing too

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The ones that I have in the video are both by PME. Here are links to both: Metal Smoother Tool (small): amzn.to/2BNjf7v, Metal Smoother Tool (large): amzn.to/35pYiRm

  • @saira5476
    @saira5476 ปีที่แล้ว

    👌🏻💕

  • @payneeavis7366
    @payneeavis7366 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A video of how you film and edit your videos would be a very welcome addition please!😊

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for letting me know what you would love to see. I really like this idea x

  • @ishish5879
    @ishish5879 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When the weather is hot, do you first set your buttercream in the fridge, before using?

  • @Honeykel2011
    @Honeykel2011 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How about the pro froster? have u use it, if yes, how was it?

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Kelly, I haven't actually used a pro froster before so I'm not sure personally, but I know a lot of people do use them.

  • @mbcollections8267
    @mbcollections8267 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Plz tell about whip cream

  • @suejessup8517
    @suejessup8517 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Lynz
    What type of knife do you use to cut your sponges in half?

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Sue, I always use just a serrated bread knife.

    • @suejessup8517
      @suejessup8517 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you 🙂

  • @tawanabellinger6189
    @tawanabellinger6189 ปีที่แล้ว

    I need to see how to make a fondant high heels and everything that is used in it to help harden the shoe help it stand without what helps and it not fall apart because it's not hard enough

  • @oliviabandur6773
    @oliviabandur6773 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    how would you store a buttercream cake with fondant decorations?

    • @CakesbyLynz
      @CakesbyLynz  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Olivia, I usually try and keep cakes that have buttercream and fondant in a cool dry place inside a cake box. If it is really hot where you are you could add it into the fridge, but this may cause your fondant decorations to sweat when it's removed. Placing it inside the cake box inside the fridge can help a little, but you could also try adding your decorations onto the cake once it has been removed from the fridge to stop them sweating.

  • @VictoriaTakesonSweets
    @VictoriaTakesonSweets ปีที่แล้ว

    How do you get the bottom acrylic disc off after smoothing?

  • @mary-annfaulks1771
    @mary-annfaulks1771 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How long in minutes do you mix it for.

  • @AlexConstantinou
    @AlexConstantinou ปีที่แล้ว

    more like CakesbyGeriHalliwell 😍

  • @sharonmaher6208
    @sharonmaher6208 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for all the tips they are extremely helpful.👌🧁

  • @ediths.q.3097
    @ediths.q.3097 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to work with fondant. But I have to make for a client a cake with buttercream. How I stack the cakes? How do I transport it without damaging the cream?. Does it stay firm at room temperature?. Help! please!

  • @saira5476
    @saira5476 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤👏🏻👍💎

  • @easycooking8184
    @easycooking8184 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love from India 🫶🏻🦋

  • @sriyanisomalatha7935
    @sriyanisomalatha7935 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi ,,

  • @ishish5879
    @ishish5879 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The first time I made american buttercream, it was a melted mess 😅