To frost a picture onto a cake, you'll use an edible image, typically an icing image, and adhere it to a freshly frosted cake. The following steps will help you achieve the best results.
Preparing the Cake and Image
- Frost the Cake: Start by frosting your cake with a white frosting where the edible image will be placed. This ensures the colors in the image stand out vibrantly.
- Ensure Fresh Frosting: Make sure your frosting is fresh. The frosting should not be dry or have a skin formed over it as this will hinder the image from properly adhering.
- Image Preparation: Remove your icing image from its packaging and let it sit at normal room temperature for about 15 minutes. This process allows the image to peel away easily from its backing paper.
Applying the Icing Image
- Peel the Image: Once the image has sat for 15 minutes at room temperature, carefully peel the icing image from the backing paper. It should lift off easily.
- Position the Image: Gently place the peeled icing image onto the freshly frosted cake where you wish it to be displayed.
- Smooth the Image: Lightly smooth the image onto the frosting. Use your fingers or a smooth, flat object to ensure there are no air bubbles.
- Finishing Touches: Once the image is firmly applied and smoothed out, you may add additional frosting accents or decorative elements as needed around the image.
By following these steps based on the provided Icing Image instructions, you can achieve a professional-looking frosted picture on your cake.
