When it comes to cupcakes, it’s simple to take the easy way out. Who hasn’t thought to themselves, “Why make cupcakes by hand when I can just pick up a pre-made batch at the super market?” ...

In this video I show how I decorate vanilla cupcakes with bright blue buttercream using a large 828 open star tip. I walk through my piping motion to create smooth rosettes, then switch to a smaller ...

Makes enough for 12 cupcakes, or filling or decoration for a 20cm cake Put the butter, sugar and vanilla in a stand mixer fitted with the beater. Beat on slow for 30 seconds, until combined, then ...