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Smooth white buttercream cake decorated with swirls on a turntable

Easy Cake Decorating

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Description

Create a professional, bakery-quality finish at home with this efficient WASC-based cake recipe and a silky, fail-proof buttercream. This method prioritizes moisture and stability, making it the perfect foundation for stunning piped decorations and smooth finishes.

Ingredients

  • 1 box white cake mix
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 egg whites
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1/2 cup pasteurized egg whites (from a carton)
  • 2 lbs powdered sugar
  • 1.5 lbs unsalted butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and prepare three 6-inch or two 8-inch pans with release spray or cake goop.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, flour, sugar, salt, sour cream, melted butter, water, 4 egg whites, and almond extract; mix on medium speed for exactly 2 minutes.
  3. Distribute the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Let the cake layers cool completely on a wire rack before attempting to frost.
  5. To make the frosting, combine the pasteurized egg whites and powdered sugar in a mixer for 2 minutes until the sugar has fully dissolved.
  6. Add the softened butter in small chunks while mixing on low speed, then increase to high and whip until the buttercream is white and fluffy.
  7. Place the first cake layer on a turntable, spread a layer of frosting, and repeat with remaining layers.
  8. Apply a thin crumb coat to the entire cake, chill for 10 minutes, then apply a final thick layer of frosting and smooth with a bench scraper.

Notes

For the most stable decorating surface, ensure your cake layers are completely room temperature or even slightly chilled before assembly. If your buttercream appears to break or curdle while mixing, simply melt a small portion and whip it back into the main batch to restore the emulsion instantly.

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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