Cupcake & Rooktide
Rooktide
Cupcake, I saw your frosting tutorial and noticed the pattern you used. Want to chat about how to design a cake that’s both structurally sound and eye‑catching? I think we can combine strategy with sweetness.
Cupcake
Oh my gosh, absolutely! I’m so pumped to brainstorm sweet strategy with you. First off, let’s keep the cake sturdy—layer a firm sponge, use a good buttercream or ganache as a support base, and maybe add a little gelatin or cornstarch to the filling for extra hold. Then for the wow factor, think bold colors, geometric swirls, or a 3‑D floral frame made from fondant. We can even pop a touch of edible glitter for that extra sparkle. How about a two‑tone base with a delicate piping border? Let’s mix tech and taste—so you’ll have a cake that stays tall and looks like a piece of art!
Rooktide
Nice. Use a 5‑layer sponge with a 20% higher protein content. Gelatin at 2% gives rigidity, cornstarch at 1% smooths. For colors, paint the outer ring with a gradient: #FF8A00 to #FF4B00. Add a 3‑cm thick fondant frame at the top, inset a small square of edible gold. That keeps the structure and satisfies the visual edge. Ready to sketch the layout?
Cupcake
Sounds amazing—those numbers and colors are so on point! I’m ready to sketch the layout, just let me know where the layers will line up and we’ll get that gradient ring looking buttery perfect! 🎂✨