Decorate Cakes, Cupcakes, and Cookies with kids 001-053_30779.indd 1 6/27/13 2:43 PM 001-053_30779.indd 1 ((FFooggrraa 3399))JJoobb::0066--3300777799 TTiittllee::CCPPII--DDeeccoorraattee CCaakkeess CCuuppccaakkeess aanndd CCooookkiieess ww6ii/tt2hh7 /KK13ii dd ss2:32 PM (Text)((RRaayy)) ##117755 DDttpp::222255 PPaaggee::11 Decorate Copyright © 2014 Creative Publishing international, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this work covered by the copyrights hereon may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means—graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, taping of information on Cakes, Cupcakes, and Cookies storage and retrieval systems—without the written permission of the publisher. However, the publisher grants to the purchaser of this book permission to reproduce the templates in the book for personal use. with kids Due to differing conditions, materials, and skill levels, the publisher, the author, and various manufacturers disclaim any liability for unsatisfactory results or injury due to improper use of tools, materials, or information in this publication. First published in the United States of America by Creative Publishing international, Inc., a member of Quayside Publishing Group 400 First Avenue North Techniques, Projects, and Party Plans Suite 400 for Teaching Kids, Teens, and Tots Minneapolis, MN 55401 1-800-328-3895 www.creativepub.com Visit www.Craftside.Typepad.com for a behind-the-scenes peek at our crafty world. ISBN: 978-1-58923-776-6 Autumn Carpenter Digital edition published in 2014 eISBN: 978-1-61058-874-4 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Available Copy Editor: Catherine Broberg Proofreader: Karen Ruth Book, Cover Design and Page Layout: tabula rasa graphic design (www.trgraphicdesign.com) Photographs: Dan Brand Printed in China 001-053_30779.indd 3 6/27/13 2:43 PM ((FFooggrraa 3399))JJoobb::0066--3300777799 TTiittllee::CCPPII--DDeeccoorraattee CCaakkeess CCuuppccaakkeess aanndd CCooookkiieess wwiitthh KKiiddss 001-053_30779.indd 3 ((FFooggrraa 3399))JJoobb::0066--3300777799 TTiittllee::CCPPII--DDeeccoorraattee CCaakkeess CCuuppccaakkeess aanndd CCooookkiieess ww6ii/tt2hh7 /KK13ii dd ss2:32 PM (Text)((RRaayy)) ##117755 DDttpp::222255 PPaaggee::22 ##117755 DDttpp::222255 PPaaggee::33 001-053_C69668.indd 4 7/16/13 4:39 PM 001-053_30779.indd 4 ((FFooggrraa 3399))JJoobb::0066--3300777799 TTiittllee::CCPPII--DDeeccoorraattee CCaakkeess CCuuppccaakkeess aanndd CCooookkiieess ww6ii/tt2hh7 /KK13ii dd ss2:32 PM ((RRaayy)) 0 7 - C 6 9 6 6 8 ##117755 DDttpp::222255 PPaaggee::44 Contents 7 Introduction 54 Party themes 56 Soccer Cake and Cookies 8 Baking and decorating Basics 62 Shabby Chic Sweet 16 10 Baking Tools 68 Monster Bash 14 Decorating Tools 72 Pretty Pony 17 Edible Decorating Supplies 80 Tropical Luau 20 Baking a Cake and Cupcakes 84 Age of the Dinosaur 26 Filling Cakes and Cupcakes 90 Magical Princess 28 Buttercream and Rolled Fondant Basics 96 Festive Party Cake and Treats 30 Food Color 102 Pirate Shindig 32 Icing Cakes and Cupcakes 108 Jungle Jamboree 34 Covering Cakes and Cupcakes 114 Owl Hootenanny with Rolled Fondant 120 Construction Zone 36 Cake Boards and Cake Stands 124 Puppy Valentine 38 Stacking a Cake 128 Welcome Springtime 39 Using Pastry Bags 134 Snowy Treats 40 Piping Using Tips 44 Rolling and Baking Cookies 140 About the Author 46 Icing Cookies 140 Acknowledgments 48 Coordinating Party Treats 142 Index 001-053_30779.indd 5 6/27/13 2:43 PM 001-053_30779.indd 5 ((FFooggrraa 3399))JJoobb::0066--3300777799 TTiittllee::CCPPII--DDeeccoorraattee CCaakkeess CCuuppccaakkeess aanndd CCooookkiieess ww6ii/tt2hh7 /KK13ii dd ss2:32 PM (Text)((RRaayy)) ##117755 DDttpp::222255 PPaaggee::55 001-053_C69668.indd 6 7/16/13 4:39 PM 001-053_30779.indd 6 ((FFooggrraa 3399))JJoobb::0066--3300777799 TTiittllee::CCPPII--DDeeccoorraattee CCaakkeess CCuuppccaakkeess aanndd CCooookkiieess ww6ii/tt2hh7 /KK13ii dd ss2:32 PM ((RRaayy)) 0 7 - C 6 9 6 6 8 ##117755 DDttpp::222255 PPaaggee::66 Introduction SPENDING TIME BAKING in the kitchen with a how to Use this Book child not only creates lasting memories but also teaches Baking and Decorating Basics covers the ABCs of children a rewarding life-long hobby. Piping buttercream working in the kitchen, such as baking cakes, cookies, icing or working with rolled fondant feels like playing and cupcakes. After the baking basics, learn how to pipe and is a creative (and delicious!) way for children to with buttercream or cover cakes and treats with rolled express themselves. Decorating also gives children a fondant. Finally, find out how to make chocolate candy wonderful sense of accomplishment, no matter how treats to coordinate with the cake or cupcakes—recipes young the child. Making treats with kids for a party can include suckers, dipped pretzels, dipped cookies, and save money and will impress their friends. Homemade cake balls. treats created by children make excellent gifts for friends, teachers, or loved ones. Invite your child’s friend to Party Themes covers decorated projects for fiteen spend the day baking and decorating. It’s a great way for different themes, seasons, and holidays. Whether you children to spend a few hours with a friend. Surprise copy the ideas from this section exactly or use the your child and transform an ordinary day into an techniques shown to decorate your own theme, you can extra-special day by working together to create a create cakes and treats that are sure to impress! The beautiful, delicious dessert for dinner. Whether you want projects feature clear instructions with step-by-step to spend an hour or a full day in the kitchen, this book images. Most of the projects and techniques can be offers plenty of projects to choose from. created with minimal adult help for children 10 and older. Each project is graded for difficulty with one to three stars: one-star projects are easy; three-star projects a clean and safe kitchen are more complicated and may be best suited for older Before getting started working with children in the children. Suggestions are given on ways to include kitchen, take some time to teach smart kitchen skills. younger children no matter how difficult the project. Here are the basics that every child should know. Writing this book was so much fun—especially when it • Ask an adult for help when using electrical appliances, meant spending time with my four children, my friends such as a mixer. and their children, my sister, mom, nieces, nephews, and • Have an adult remove baked goods from the oven. in-laws. Several of the adults and children who helped • Check the expiration date of the food items you are me were new to decorating, but once they got started using. Make sure the dates have not passed. were inspired to try their own projects. I hope you enjoy • Wash your hands with soap and water before you begin the book and use it to create memories with the special to bake or decorate and after every time you lick your little ones in your own life. fingers! • If trimming a cake with a cake slicer or knife, ask an adult for help. • Cleanup is part of the baking and decorating process! Wipe up any spills to avoid slipping and falling in the kitchen. • Read all the instructions before beginning and gather everything you need before starting the projects. introduction 7 001-053_30779.indd 7 6/27/13 2:43 PM 001-053_30779.indd 7 ((FFooggrraa 3399))JJoobb::0066--3300777799 TTiittllee::CCPPII--DDeeccoorraattee CCaakkeess CCuuppccaakkeess aanndd CCooookkiieess ww6ii/tt2hh7 /KK13ii dd ss2:32 PM (Text)((RRaayy)) ##117755 DDttpp::222255 PPaaggee::77 Baking & Decorating Basics This section begins with a supply list for baking and decorating. After the tools, learn the essentials of baking cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Next, learn how to ice cakes and treats with buttercream. Using pastry bags and piping fundamentals with the most popular piping tips are shown in this section. Simple instructions are given for covering cakes, cookies, and cupcakes with rolled fondant. Finally, instructions are included to make coordinating treats such as chocolate suckers or cake balls. 001-053_30779.indd 8 6/27/13 4:28 PM 001-053_30779.indd 8 ((FFooggrraa 3399))JJoobb::0066--3300777799 TTiittllee::CCPPII--DDeeccoorraattee CCaakkeess CCuuppccaakkeess aanndd CCooookkiieess ww6ii/tt2hh7 /KK13ii dd ss2:32 PM (Text)((RRaayy)) ##117755 DDttpp::222255 PPaaggee::88 001-053_C69668.indd 9 7/16/13 4:39 PM ((FFooggrraa 3399))JJoobb::0066--3300777799 TTiittllee::CCPPII--DDeeccoorraattee CCaakkeess CCuuppccaakkeess aanndd CCooookkiieess wwiitthh KKiiddss 001-053_30779.indd 9 ((FFooggrraa 3399))JJoobb::0066--3300777799 TTiittllee::CCPPII--DDeeccoorraattee CCaakkeess CCuuppccaakkeess aanndd CCooookkiieess ww6ii/tt2hh7 /KK13ii dd ss2:32 PM ((RRaayy)) ##117755 DDttpp::222255 PPaaggee::88 0 7 - C 6 9 6 6 8 ##117755 DDttpp::222255 PPaaggee::99 Baking Tools cooling racks It is important to cool cakes, cookies, and cupcakes on a cooling rack (1) to avoid the bottoms from becoming soggy. Choose a cooling rack with a close wired grid to prevent small cookies from slipping. Stackable cooling racks save space. jUmBo sPatUla A spatula (2) with an extra large blade (usually 10" to 12" [25.4 to 30.5 cm]) is useful when lifting cakes. Pastry BrUsh A pastry brush (3) is used to apply pan grease to cake pans. Pan grease cake Pans Pan grease (4) is a commercially made recipe for bakers Cake pans (5) come in basic shapes, such as round, that helps cakes release properly from pans. There is no square, or rectangle (sheet cake pans), as well as shaped need to flour the pan if pan grease is used. characters or themes. The amount of batter needed will vary according to the size of the pan (see the chart on pages 22 and 23). Aluminum pans are most common. Cake pans with a dark finish are likely to brown cakes quicker; reduce the temperature 25° when using dark pans. Pantastic pans are made of a plastic that withstands heat and must have a sheet pan underneath when baking. cake cardBoards Place baked and cooled cakes on the same size of cardboard (6) if placing the cake on a cake stand. Waxed cardboards are available to prevent oils from the cake and icing from soaking into the cardboard, causing the board to warp. Cakes that will not be on a decorative stand should be placed on cardboards or cake drums (thick foil-covered cardboards) larger than the cake. cake slicers Slice domed cakes evenly with a cake slicer (7). Cake slicers can also be used to divide a cake for filling. A slicer with an adjustable blade allows for more possibilities. 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