icings (confectionery)

"In [this book], . . . [the author] takes you through decorating with buttercream, with hundreds of step-by-step photos. She covers each season and holiday with . . . ideas and designs for your cookies. Unique to this book are instructions for how to flood with buttercream. (Yes, you read that right, you can flood with buttercream!) [She] shares twice as many . . . recipes while also including allergy-conscious cookies that everyone can enjoy"--Provided by publisher.

This how-to book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career in dessert decorating. Included are the history and cultural significance of frosting and icing; kitchen tools, terms, and techniques; how to become a dessert decorator; and career paths in the dessert decorating industry. Step-by-step recipes help readers practice cooking skills and apply what they've learned.

"Collects creative cake recipes, each with a sweet surprise inside when cut, including polka dot cake, jelly bean surprise cake, and marzipan rainbow cake."--From publisher.

"Step-by-step instructions teach readers how to decorate delicious desserts, including cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more"--Provided by publisher.