A spicy frosting on a vanilla cupcake, this is a gourmet preparation perfect for a fine audience. Those who like the sweet aroma of cinnamon are sure to go ga-ga over this luscious cupcake that echoes the wonders of this spice in every bite. Top it with nice colourful garnishes like edible balls and stars, and serve with flair at tea-time.

This Basic Butter Cream Icing recipe yields smooth and creamy icing that is suitable to coat any type of Cakes , be it a butter cake, fruit cake or sponge cake. The flavor can be varied for chocolate, coffee, mocha, orange or just any other flavour you wish. Use the icing as soon as it is prepared, before it hardens, and use a damp palette knife to spread it, so as to get a smooth finish.

Chocolate and almond are a made-for-each other combination—and they present an unforgettable duet in this luxurious cupcake. Almond, almond essence and melted chocolate make the frosting very different from the rest of the cupcakes; and a cherry on top gives the perfect finish to it! make it an unforgettable after-dinner treat, by serving with chocolate ice-cream, topped with roasted almonds.

For a unique and exotic touch, try decorating your cakes with this Rum Butter Icing. It combines excellently with chocolate or even plain vanilla sponge cakes, elevating them to an all-new plane of culinary pleasure. Combined with the right dose of butter, this icing is easy to pipe onto your cakes and cupcakes, enabling you to decorate them quite attractively.

The Orange Butter Icing is an attractive icing with the strong flavour of orange rind that can be piped onto cakes and cupcakes, to raise them to the status of culinary masterpieces! Orange juice and orange rind lend this icing a balanced sweet, tangy and slightly bitter flavour that is sure to be enjoyed and remembered by everybody, while the specks of grated orange rind also give the icing a unique appearance. Decorate your cakes with this amazing icing, to make them all the more appealing.

Mmmmm, who does not love chocolate? It is this universal appeal that makes chocolate one of the most preferred flavours for cakes as well their decoration. Here, we show you how to easily prepare the famous Chocolate Butter Icing, to impart an intense flavour and irresistible looks to your cake or pastry. Use this icing as soon as it is made, before it hardens. And, remember to spread it with a damp palette knife to get a smooth finish. You can also try other icing variants like the Orange Butter Icing or Rum Butter Icing .

An aesthetic flavour that is loved by all, vanilla imparts a lovely aroma as well. No wonder, the Vanilla Butter Icing is so popularly used all over the world in the decoration of cakes and pastries. Its off-white colour also contrasts well with the colour of all-time favourite cakes like blackcurrant and chocolate, making it so suitable for the creation of culinary masterpieces! Use the icing as soon as it is prepared, before it hardens, and use a damp palette knife to spread it, so as to get a smooth finish.

Coffee Glaze Icing is the perfect decoration for your cake if you plan to serve it to a gathering of adults, because it is a mature flavour with a universal appeal. Even kids enjoy it because it is an occasional treat. To make the most of this amazing glaze icing, spread it with a damp palette knife. This will give you a smooth finish. Also, take care to use the icing as soon as it is made, before it hardens.

Here is a coffee-flavoured icing that is ideal for cakes and pastries. While coffee is much loved by adults, it is also an acceptable treat for kids occasionally, so you can use this to prepare desserts to be served at parties. The combination of icing sugar and butter gives the Coffee Butter Icing a lovely texture, which should be used smartly for best results. Always use the icing as soon as it is made, before it hardens; and spread it with a damp palette knife for a nice, smooth finish. Enjoy this lovely icing on your favourite cakes!

It is just another variation of glaze icing. Can be made quickly and used to give smooth coating over cakes, cookies, biscuits and muffins. But always spread the icing with a damp palette knife for a better finish and use the icing immediately once made. Enjoy how to make Orange Glaze Icing recipe with detailed step by step photos below.

Here is a tangy icing that feels cool on the palate, giving a refreshing and exciting twist to any sponge cake. Not only does the Lemon Butter Icing taste fabulous, it also looks a nice, pleasant yellow, adding to the visual appeal of the dessert. Use this to dress up a sponge cake, or fill into piping bags and use on cupcakes.

A favourite Italian dessert of a sinfully rich chocolate cake sandwiched with a fruity ricotta filling topped with coffee cream. "ricotta" is a fresh and creamy soft Italian cheese similar to cottage cheese, but with a sweeter flavour, ideal for savouries and desserts. I have used freshly made cream cheese instead of ricotta for this recipe which gives very good results. You may need to increase the quantity of cream for the filling if the cream cheese seems too dry. If you like, you can even add fresh fruits in the ricotta filling. You can also try other interesting chocolaty desserts like Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream , Sizzling Brownie or Chocolate Walnut Fudge .

Soft yet crunchy, shortcakes are a delightful treat for people of all ages. The almond strawberry shortcake is a lovely variant of almond pastry sandwiched with strawberries and whipped cream, served with strawberry sauce. If you are serving this at a party, you can use a small cookie cutter to make bite-sized servings.

Kesari is a wonderful low-calorie dessert made of milk solids blended with icing sugar and spices. A generous garnish of chopped almonds and pistachios adds to the rich-feel of this saffron-tinged sweet.