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Classic All-American

Buttercream Icing

Use this icing for decorating cupcakes and birthday cakes. Flavor and color it anyway you’d like. It can even be refrigerated for a few weeks, brought to room temperature, mixed again and will taste perfect. If you want it to be very smooth, mix it on lowest speed for a few minutes then use right away.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup shortening

Pinch of kosher salt

8 cups sifted powdered sugar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla or other desired flavoring

2 tablespoons milk, a bit more if you prefer a softer icing

2 egg whites or 4 tablespoons pasteurized egg white product

METHOD

1In bowl of stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine butter, shortening and salt. Mix on medium speed until blended. Scrape bowl. Add powdered sugar and mix on low speed for 2 minutes. Mixture will be thick. Add vanilla, milk and egg whites and mix on low speed. Scrape bowl and paddle. Mix at high speed until smooth

and fluffy.

NOTE: If you want the icing to be really white, substitute the butter for more shortening and use imitation clear vanilla extract.

Recipe courtesy Marian Getz

Coconut Pecan Icing

or German Chocolate Cake Icing

This goes perfectly with the Easy Chocolate Cake recipe. Use it as a filling or an icing. Perfect on cupcakes too.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup brown sugar

4 large egg yolks

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or 1/4 teaspoon table salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup heavy cream

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups chopped pecans, toasted

2 cups sweetened flaked coconut, toasted

METHOD

1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. On 2 separate cookie sheets lined with foil or parchment, place coconut and pecans. Bake for 10 minutes. Use a timer since it is very easy to burn nuts and coconut. Stir and bake until golden brown. Remove and cool.

2In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, egg yolks, salt, butter, cream and vanilla. Whisk until smooth. Place on low heat and stir constantly using a high heat spatula until mixture begins to thicken and is quite fluffy in appearance. This will take about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and fold in pecans and coconut.

Recipe courtesy Marian Getz

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Wolfgang Puck Center Fill Bakeware Set warranty Classic All-American Buttercream Icing

Center Fill Bakeware Set specifications

The Wolfgang Puck Center Fill Bakeware Set is a must-have for both novice and seasoned bakers alike. Designed with functionality and convenience in mind, this versatile set includes a range of bakeware pieces that allow for endless culinary possibilities.

One of the standout features of the Wolfgang Puck Bakeware Set is its innovative center-fill design. This unique technology enables users to bake layered cakes with ease. The center-fill baking molds come equipped with a removable core tube that allows for filling cakes with a variety of delicious fillings like fruit, creams, and chocolate. This design not only enhances presentation but also elevates the flavor profile of baked goods.

The set typically includes multiple pieces that cater to a variety of baking needs; from cake pans to muffin trays, each item is crafted from high-quality materials that ensure even heat distribution. This feature is crucial in baking, as it helps to prevent hot spots that can lead to uneven cooking. The non-stick surface of the bakeware also allows for easy release of baked items, making cleanup a breeze and ensuring that every creation is beautifully intact.

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For added convenience, the bakeware set is dishwasher safe, allowing for easy cleanup after a day of baking. This modern feature fits perfectly into the busy lifestyles of today’s home cooks.

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Overall, the Wolfgang Puck Center Fill Bakeware Set combines innovative design with practicality, making it an essential tool for any baking enthusiast. Whether creating layered cakes or fun muffins, this set delivers reliable performance and stunning results every time.