How to decorate cream cakes: analysis of hot topics and techniques on the Internet
Recently, buttercream cake decorating has become a hot topic among baking enthusiasts and social media. Whether you are a home baker or a professional pastry chef, mastering the decorating skills can make your cake look so beautiful. This article will combine the hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to sort out the detailed methods and popular trends of cream cake decoration for you.
1. An inventory of recent popular decorating topics

The following are topics related to cream cake decoration that have been highly discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days:
| hot topics | Discussion popularity | Main platform |
|---|---|---|
| 3D three-dimensional flower decoration | ★★★★★ | Douyin, Xiaohongshu |
| Retro Buttercream Decorating Techniques | ★★★★☆ | Station B, Weibo |
| Animal Cream Stability Solutions | ★★★☆☆ | Zhihu, WeChat public accounts |
| Simple Korean style decoration | ★★★☆☆ | Instagram, YouTube |
2. Basic tools for decorating cream cakes
If a worker wants to do his job well, he must first sharpen his tools. Here is a list of essential tools for decorating flowers:
| Tool name | Purpose |
|---|---|
| piping bag | Fill with cream for piping flowers |
| Decoration tip | Different shapes determine pattern styles |
| Turntable | Convenient cake rotation and even decoration |
| scraper | Smooth the cream surface |
3. Step-by-step teaching of popular decorating techniques
1. Basic rose decoration
Steps: 1) Use a rose nozzle (such as Wilton 104); 2) Place the piping bag at a 45-degree angle to the cake; 3) Rotate the petals outward from the center; 4) Repeat 3-4 layers of petals to create a three-dimensional effect.
2. Internet celebrity cloud decoration
Steps: 1) Use a round hole decorating tip; 2) Extrude small irregular balls vertically; 3) Use a toothpick to gently pull out the sharp corners; 4) The overall appearance will be fluffy clouds.
4. Animal cream stability solution
Regarding the hot issue of animal butter facilitation in summer, three stabilization methods are recommended:
| method | Proportion | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Add gelatine | 1g/100g cream | Improve support |
| Mixing Mascarpone | 20%mascarpone | Enhance consistency |
| white chocolate method | 30g/100g cream | Extend setting time |
5. Decoration fashion trends in 2023
According to recent social platform data analysis, the following decorating styles are the most popular:
1)abstract art style: Combination of irregular lines and color blocks; 2)naturalism: Asymmetrical design that imitates real plants; 3)minimalist lines: Monochrome thin lines outline geometric patterns.
6. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What should I do if the butter melts when decorating?A: It is recommended that the operating environment be kept below 20°C, and the decorating bag can be frozen for 10 minutes in advance.
Q: How to clean the holes of the decorating nozzle?A: Use a special brush or toothpick to clean, and do not scratch with hard objects.
Master these decorating skills, and you can also make the same high-looking cakes on social platforms. Remember to take more video recordings during practice, and share the process to get more traffic attention!
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