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Buttercream, But Better: Boost Your Frosting Game with Natural Flavour
Buttercream is a classic for a reason. It’s rich, creamy, and perfect for decorating cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. But sometimes, even the most perfect buttercream can feel… a little plain. That’s where natural flavours and extracts come in. With just a few drops, you can transform your frosting into a flavour-packed masterpiece without altering the texture or colour.
Here’s how to take your buttercream from basic to brilliant.
Classic Vanilla with a Twist
Start with a traditional buttercream base and add vanilla extract for a more intense, natural flavour. Perfect for layered cakes or as a backdrop for colourful sprinkles.
Pro tip: Pair with a Lemon extract for a subtle citrus lift.
Fruity Fun
Bring fruit flavours straight into your frosting with Strawberry, Raspberry, or Passion Fruit. These are perfect for cupcakes, cookies, or drip cakes.
- Strawberry Buttercream: A few drops of Strawberry flavour into your buttercream makes for a naturally sweet frosting.
- Raspberry Swirl: Mix Raspberry flavour with a little freeze dried fruit powder for extra texture and colour.
Indulgent Chocolate & Caramel
Upgrade chocolate or caramel buttercream by adding flavours like Chocolate, Caramel, or Salted Caramel.
- Chocolate buttercream gets a richer cocoa flavour.
- Caramel buttercream gains depth and a touch of sophistication, great for autumnal or celebration bakes.
Nutty & Spice-Inspired Flavours
Experiment with flavours and extracts like Almond, Hazelnut, or Pumpkin Spice to give your frosting an unexpected, grown-up twist.
- Almond buttercream pairs beautifully with cherry or raspberry cakes.
- Pumpkin spice buttercream is perfect for seasonal bakes or coffee-flavoured cupcakes.
Cocktail-Inspired Creations
Fancy something playful? Try Mojito, Gin & Tonic, or Rum flavours in your frosting for a fun, adult-friendly twist. Serve at summer parties or special occasions for wow-factor treats.
Tips for Perfect Flavoured Buttercream
- Start small: Add 1-2 drops of extract at a time, tasting as you go. Some flavours are stronger than others.
- Balance sweetness: Strong flavours and extracts can overpower sugar, so taste before adding more.
- Pair wisely: Think about complementary cake flavours, lemon and blueberry, chocolate and caramel, raspberry and almond.
- Mix well: Ensure the extract is fully incorporated for an even flavour.
Ready to Upgrade Your Frosting?
With Honeyberry’s range of natural flavours and extracts, your buttercream can go from classic to extraordinary in minutes. Experiment, mix, and match to create frosting that tastes as good as it looks.