How to Frost Cupcakes With a Spatula

Cupcakes are small, individual cakes contained in a wrapper. Many people like cupcakes because of their convenience. Making cupcakes is similar to making a cake, however, the cooking time may vary due to their smaller size. Decorating cupcakes can be fun and creative. Add design and different elements to create your own personal dessert. When frosting cupcakes, you need to be careful not to crumble the dessert. Add this to my Recipe Box.

Allow the cupcake to cool completely. Completely cool the cupcakes to reduce crumbling. After they are cooled, lightly brush the tops off to eliminate crumbs. You can do this with your fingertips or by using a pastry brush.

Hold the cupcake firmly in one hand. By holding the cupcake on the bottom of it, you will be able to turn it easily and see the entire surface. You will also avoid getting frosting on your hand if you don't hold the cupcake on its side.

Grasp the spatula securely in your primary hand. Use one tbsp. frosting for smaller cupcakes and two to three tbsps. for larger cupcakes. You can also use food coloring in the frosting to create different colors before decorating.

Place frosting in the middle of the cupcake. Start frosting in the center of the cupcake so you can evenly distribute it in the following steps. It will also be easier to spread the frosting if you begin in the middle as opposed to the edges and attempt to come to the center.

Work from the center towards the edges with the spatula. Use a circular motion and turn the cupcake slightly with each stroke. You will use this method to work toward the outside edges with each turn.