When trying to craft a batch of red buttercream, there a few handy tricks to keep in mind, especially if you're after that ...

Peabody places the butter between two pieces of parchment paper, then takes a wooden rolling pin and whacks it all over until ...

Buttercream will keep in the fridge for up to two weeks in an airtight container. Always start with all of your ingredients at room temperature. In warmer kitchens it may help to add a pinch of ...

Place the butter in a large mixing bowl. Add 4 cups of the sugar and then the milk and vanilla. On the medium speed of an electric mixer, beat until smooth and creamy, about 3-5 minutes.

Use this simple buttercream icing recipe to decorate your birthday cakes, cupcakes and sandwich biscuits. Try adding a little food colouring gel for a splash of colour to your butter icing.