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How to ice a layer cake

In three simple steps, you can ice a beautiful cake! Learn how in this quick video.
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Our assistant food editor, Irene Ngo, demonstrates how to ice a layer cake in three simple steps. First, with an offset (or regular) spatula, ice the centre layer, then use a thin layer of frosting for a crumb coat (to seal in cake crumbs), and finally, add a layer of frosting to cover the cake and bring it to a decorative finish.

Find more tips and recipes:

Double-chocolate espresso cake
Vanilla cake in pink ombré
Best tools for cake decorating
Six rules for baking the perfect cake

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