Crumb Coating

Crumb Coating

*Notes: What is it and why is it important? Crumb coating is a process that seals in crumbs to provide a good foundation for a smooth cake. I prefer to use thin consistency buttercream to crumb coat my cake.

Step 1: Allow your cake to cool. Level, torte and fill your cake.

Step 2: Using a pastry brush, lightly dust off excess crumbs from your cake. Remember that if you brush too much or too hard, you will create more crumbs which will defeat your purpose.

Step 3: With a spatula, apply a THIN layer of thin consistency buttercream. You need only a small amount to "catch" all the crumbs and seal them in.

Step 4: Allow the crumb coat to crust before applying a new layer of your chosen frosting.

Tips: Freeze your newly baked cake, wrapped well in cellophane, as this will help in handling your cake. You can also freeze a torted, filled and crumb coated cake as well. I do not recommend freezing a completed cake, however.

Happy Cake Decorating!