Cream Types for Perfect Cake Creations
When it comes to cake decorating and filling, the type of cream you use can make a significant difference in taste and texture. Here are some popular types of cream for cakes: Buttercream: American Buttercream: Made with butter, powdered sugar, and a bit of milk or cream, this is the simplest and sweetest form of buttercream. Swiss Meringue Buttercream: Made by whisking egg whites and sugar over a double boiler until warm, then whipping to stiff peaks before adding butter. It's smooth, less sweet, and has a silky texture. Italian Meringue Buttercream: Similar to Swiss but involves pouring hot sugar syrup into whipped egg whites before adding butter. It's stable and less sweet, with a smooth texture. French Buttercream: Made with egg yolks instead of whites, making it richer and creamier. Whipped Cream: Stabilized Whipped Cream: Regular whipped cream with added gelatin or cream cheese to help it hold its shape longer. Chantilly Cream: A sweetened ...