colorful 3-tiered birthday cake with fondant - Ruth Black/Shutterstock When it comes to making beautiful cakes with a smooth finish, fondant is key. The pliable, sugary ingredient lets you sculpt ...

Fondant doesn't have to be tough — in fact, with my Marshmallow Fondant recipe, I've made it super simple to make, and it's WAY easier than traditional fondant. Your decorating game is about to get so ...

American buttercream — butter, confectioners' sugar, a splash of milk or cream and a bit of vanilla and almond extracts whipped to fluffy perfection — is my go-to frosting for most cakes. Buttercream ...