If you’re looking for a frosting that’s silky smooth, not overly sweet, and holds its shape beautifully, then you need to try ...

This recipe makes enough for a 18cm/7in round ... tea towel and then leave in a cool place for at least one day. To make the icing, lightly whisk the egg whites adding the sugar at intervals.

Use this simple buttercream icing recipe to decorate your birthday cakes, cupcakes and sandwich biscuits. Try adding a little food colouring gel for a splash of colour to your butter icing.

and rich icing. This easy recipe will deliver a perfectly moist and indulgent carrot cake in no time, so it’s perfect for making on a whim or on the arrival of unexpected guests. Sharing this ...