cake frostings

Ermine Buttercream, also known as cooked flour buttercream, is a light, fluffy, and less sweet frosting made by combining a sweetened flour paste with whipped butter. Perfect for vintage-style cakes.

German Buttercream is a rich, silky frosting made by combining pastry cream with whipped butter. It’s less sweet and wonderfully smooth, ideal for cakes and pastries.

Italian Buttercream is a silky, stable frosting made by emulsifying Italian meringue with whipped butter. It’s less sweet, holds shape well, and is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and piping.

French Buttercream is a rich, custard-like frosting made with whole eggs, sugar syrup, and butter, resulting in a silky, luxurious texture that’s perfect for decorating and filling cakes.

Russian Buttercream is a smooth and creamy frosting made using just butter and sweetened condensed milk. It’s quick to make and perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and piping.

Swiss Meringue Buttercream is a smooth, silky frosting made by gently heating egg whites and sugar, then whipping them into a glossy meringue before blending in butter. It's less sweet than traditional buttercreams, making it perfect for layered cakes, cupcakes, and elegant dessert decorations.

Swiss Meringue Buttercream is a smooth, silky frosting made by gently heating egg whites and sugar, then whipping them into a glossy meringue before blending in butter. It's less sweet than traditional buttercreams, making it perfect for layered cakes, cupcakes, and elegant dessert decorations.

Whipping cream frosting is a light, airy, and mildly sweet topping made by beating heavy cream until it forms soft or stiff peaks. It's perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and fruit desserts where a delicate, not-too-sweet finish is desired. Often flavored with vanilla or sugar, it offers a fresh, creamy texture and must be kept chilled to maintain its shape.

Explore the most popular types of cake frostings—from classic buttercreams to whipped cream, ganache, fondant, and more. Learn their textures, flavors, and best uses to choose the perfect finish for your cake.