Course Content

Introduction

4 lectures
Welcome

Thank you for enrolling!

Equipment

Get prepared to make frostings!  A basic list of tools required to complete all of the techniques in this course (.pdf download available).

Getting the Right Ingredients

A brief description on choosing ingredients suitable for use in frostings.

Mise en Place

An introduction to the term Mise en Place and a description of its purpose.

Glazes

3 lectures
The Basics of Glazes

Glazes are simple and fast to create!  Learn their fundamentals and storage.

Quick Glaze Method

The easiest frosting there is.  Make a quick glaze in just a few minutes for a sweet topping on coffee or loaf cakes.

Shiny Glaze Method

For a glossy finish on cookies and cakes, put together a simple shiny glaze.

Whipped Cream

4 lectures
The Fundamentals of Whipped Cream

Learn about different types of cream to give you the best topping.  Also discover flavor possibilities and uses.

Understand Peaks

Just a quick description on identifying the stages of whipped peaks.

Whipped Cream Method

The techniques for a basic whipped cream perfect as a fresh topping on desserts.

Stabilized Whipped Cream Method

Learn how to add gelatin to whipped cream, giving it a longer shelf life and the ability to be piped.

Royal Icing

3 lectures
An Introduction to Royal Icing

Learn the simplicity of royal icing as well as what it's commonly used for.

Meringue Powder Method

Make a stable and long lasting royal icing, perfect for delicate piping.

Egg White Royal Icing Method

Learn the traditional method of making royal icing.

Ganache

5 lectures
Get Started with Ganache

Learn about the different types of chocolate and how they effect the final outcome, as well as the versatility of ganache.

Dark Chocolate Ganache Method

Prepare a rich, dark chocolate ganache that is great as a smooth finish for cakes.

Beer Ganache Method

Explore creative combinations with milk chocolate.  Beer is an interesting compliment and a great addition to party cakes.

Peanut Butter Ganache Method

Once you learn the basic ratios for preparing ganache, you can really begin to create your own recipes!

Whipped Ganache Method

Turn any ganache into a fluffy frosting or filling!

Buttercream

15 lectures
Welcome to Buttercream

A quick introduction to buttercream, including its ideal uses and general characteristics.

American Buttercream

In this lesson you will learn what makes American Buttercream different from all of the others.

American Buttercream Method

Learn how to make a sweet and smooth American Buttercream...so simple and delicious!

Add Flavor to American Buttercream

American Buttercream is so simple to flavor!  Learn how to add cocoa and fruit flavor to really make your cakes interesting.

Crusting Buttercream

Crusting Buttercream is great when you need a snow white frosting or need a more stable cake topping.

Crusting Buttercream Method

Incredibly easy to make and very shelf stable, crusting buttercream is a must-have recipe.

Cream Cheese Buttercream

Cream cheese frosting is a classic American favorite.  Learn some important considerations for making this type of frosting.

Cream Cheese Buttercream Method

In this lesson, you will learn how to prepare a basic cream cheese buttercream perfect for frosting and simple piped decorations.

Flavoring Cream Cheese Buttercream

Add delicious flavors and extra treats to this buttercream for decadent variations. 

Swiss Meringue Buttercream

Start cooking with this Swiss Meringue Buttercream!  This type has a unique silky texture that makes it a professional baker's favorite.

Swiss Meringue Buttercream Method

Learn how to pasteurize egg whites and whip up an incredibly tasty buttercream!

Flavor Possibilities for Swiss Meringue

The meringue buttercreams are the most versatile when it comes to adding flavor.  Get creative and don't be afraid to try something new!

Italian Meringue Buttercream

An introduction to Italian Meringue Buttercream, the most stable of the butter-based frostings.

Italian Meringue Buttercream Method

In this lesson you will learn how to make a sugar syrup and Italian meringue as a base for this fluffy buttercream.

Chocolate Buttecream Method

This lesson demonstrates how to add melted chocolate to buttercream, using the Italian meringue buttercream as an example.

Cooked Frostings

7 lectures
Old-fashioned Cooked Frostings

Take a trip into the past with this section on fun and delicious old-timey cooked frostings!

7-Minute Frosting

This marshmallow fluff-like frosting is always a hit for birthday and dinner parties!

7-Minute Frosting Method

You already know how to make Swiss meringue buttercream, so this frosting will be a breeze!

Ermine Frosting

Before red velvet cake was slathered with cream cheese frosting, Ermine was the star of the show.

Ermine Frosting Method

Learn how to make a basic flour and milk custard as the foundation for this rich frosting.

Fudge Frosting

An old fashioned, rich chocolate glaze made for coating sheet cakes or slab brownies.

Fudge Frosting Method

This recipe is really simple to make and creates a beautiful, shiny chocolate coating.

Sugar Pastes

9 lectures
Getting Started with Sugar Pastes

An introduction to this section on sugar pastes.  Learn why you would need to know how to make them from scratch.

Marzipan

A classic paste with a distinctive almond flavor, use marzipan to make edible fruits or add a layer of flavor to your cakes.

Marzipan Method

Learn how to quickly and easily put together a batch of home-made marzipan.

Modeling Chocolate

Why buy modeling chocolate when it's so easy to make on your own?  Learn how to use it and how to store it in this lesson.

Modeling Chocolate Method

Learn how to make white modeling chocolate in this lesson, which is great as a base for adding color.

Rolled Fondant

Marshmallow fondant is yummy, easy to make, and inexpensive.  This lesson goes over some key characteristics of rolled fondant.

Marshmallow Fondant Method

This lesson will teach you how to knead just a few ingredients into a pliable dough.

Gum Paste

Gum paste is wonderful to make intricate and delicate decorations for cakes, cupcakes, and other elaborate desserts.

Gum Paste Method

Making gum paste from scratch is a breeze and you can store it for long periods of time.  Make your own at home to keep around whenever you need it for a project.

Conclusion

2 lectures
Thank You!

Thank you for enrolling in this course and I hope you gained a lot of knowledge from it!  

The Frosting Quick Reference

This guide will give you all of the important information about frostings in one place.

Course Reviews

  • 😀 Bethany Farrar
    4.5

    so far so good. there is a little bit of buffering, but totaly usable

  • 😀 Marcia R Clark
    5
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    5
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    5
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    5
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    5
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    5
  • 😀 Afton Wynne
    5

    I enjoyed the course. I would like to take a piping course.

  • 😀 Sabrina Jaccy
    5
  • 😐 Rehana Awan
    3

    It was a good frosting cake course but if she can show us how to apply that frostings on the cakes that can help us more to understand. or at least some modals of applications

  • 😀 Elizabeth Fitzgerald
    5
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    4.5
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    5

    So far, the course is very informative.

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    5
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    5

    This was great I really enjoy it. Love it

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    3
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    5

    Fantastic course

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    5
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    5
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    4
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    5
  • 😀 Jennifer Himelic
    5

    As a newbie to baking I learned a lot about frosting . The demonstration was very helpful , seeing the processes of making it was very clear and easy to follow. Great instructor , I can tell she has a passion for what she teaches.

  • 😀 Wilfredo Jr. Paladin
    5
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  • 😐 Tracey Lemon
    2.5

    It’s glitchy and really slow. I am on 5 and she hasn’t told me anything.

  • 😀 Annie Fernandez
    5
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    5
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    4
  • 😀 P Lane
    5

    This course gives detailed instruction for creating every kind of frosting imaginable. There are dozens of different frostings (who knew???) and the videos show you the appearance and consistency step by step. Mostly the camera is focused at the work, which is far better than cooking courses that focus on the instructor and let you guess at what is happening in the bowl. We love the course and have already tried several of the frostings. We would recommend this course to anyone at any skill level. We are only home bakers who grew up with boxed mixes, so if we can do it - so can you!

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    5

    Interesting so far.

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    4

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    I love this course Recommend this course for everyone

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    5

    Very simple and easy to follow, I can’t wait to do this, my grand daughter will love it.

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    5

    Great course & learnt a lot! Recommend.

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    5

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    5

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    5

    learnt so much already. Easy to listen to and engaging

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