Runny Frosting - Our Solution
Uh-oh, we are getting a lot of e-mails about runny frosting. Something is up. We have noticed it too and have been having a really hard
time with some of the canned frosting on the market that used to be nice and thick. They melt and run once you frost with
them. We have been in touch with the manufacturers and hopefully they
can fix it. Meanwhile we suggest that you try the Almost-Homemade Buttercream Frosting on
page 227 of Hello, Cupcake!. It is made from marshmallow fluff and
butter, with vanilla extract and confectioner's sugar. It is really
simple to make, tastes great, and has the body and texture you need to
hold your candies in place for all of our designs. We know it adds a step to making the designs but we think it is worth the effort, especially if you are making a cupcake masterpiece for your loved ones. Give it a try and we will keep you updated on the frosting front.
Keep on cupcaking!
Alan and Karen
Keep on cupcaking!
Alan and Karen
Posted by hellocupcakeblog at 3/23/2009 2:13 PM 
Categories: Our Readers' Cupcakes,Cupcake Sources and Tips,Testimonials
Categories: Our Readers' Cupcakes,Cupcake Sources and Tips,Testimonials
You can also buy Wilton (decorator's icing) icing in a can at your local craft store like Michaels or Hobby Lobby if you don't want to make your icing. As a bonus you can use a coupon to purchase it!
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Thanks for the info Missy. I will try the Wilton icing. I was so depressed when the canned frosting didn't hold its shape and looked actually kind of melty. I tried several different kinds while making the pupcakes and since the book said don't be afraid to pile the icing on, I thought it was just me! I have found that when you put the decorated cupcakes into an airtight container, everything slides off. I thought that to keep them fresh until the next day, you should do this. I have found loosely covered works better, but should we be worried about them drying out??
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And here I was thinking that it was just because it was hot and humid here in Australia. I used the Betty Crocker frosting last year without and problems, but this year! I resorted to making Italian Butter Cream or chocolate ganache as it holds it's shape in hot weather better.
Hopefully they'll fix the problem and all will be well. Thanks for the heads up.
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Thanks so much for keeping us informed. I will be teaching a class using your book this fall & I am glad that the kids won't have 'icing' issues! Thanks again.
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I tried to make the sunflower cupcakes and had a terrible time with runny frosting. I tried again and added confectioners sugar to the canned frosting until it dried out the frosting a little. It really helped, the frosting even held up when I had the frosting bad in my hands for a prolonged period of time. My cupcakes are beautiful.
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I am wondering if the almost homemade icing w/marshmallow creme is also suitable for "dipping" the cupcakes, as for the shark attack sharks. Any information would be greatly appreciated!
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We do not dip with the Almost Homemade Buttercream. For us only the store bought frostings like Duncan Hines Classic can take the heat and them firm up to make that terrific glaze we love on our cupcakes. Alan
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I made the almost homemade frosting and yes it was delicious, but it did melt off the doll...was it the doll
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