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recipe Cake frostings can be made in minutes using some recipes
while other, more decorative frostings might take a bit longer.
Prior to frosting any cake, you should allow it to completely
cool unless your recipe states otherwise. Anytime your cake is
crumbly, you can partially freeze it before frosting to help the
cake hold together. If there are any uneven areas on the cake,
trim them away with a serrated knife and always choose a flat
plate that is at least two inches wider than the cake on all
sides. Before you place the cake on the plate, put a tablespoon
of frosting in the center of the plate to help hold the cake in
place while you work.  A basic butter cream frosting can be made
by creaming 1/3 cup butter or margarine until fluffy. Add to
this one pound of sifted confectioners' sugar while alternately
adding 5 tablespoons of light cream or milk. Blend in 2
teaspoons of vanilla and 1/4 teaspoon salt. If the frosting is
too thick, it can be