What can I use instead of frosting on cupcakes?

Posted on by David Darling

What can I use instead of frosting on cupcakes?

8 Ways to Top A Cupcake Without Icing or Frosting

  1. Nutella and Chocolate Glaze. PIN IT. Photo courtesy of patcadsawan on Flickr.
  2. Greek Yogurt and Toppings. PIN IT.
  3. Chocolate Ganache. PIN IT.
  4. Cookie Dough. PIN IT.
  5. Meringue. PIN IT.
  6. Mascarpone. PIN IT.
  7. Whipped Cream and Toppings. PIN IT.
  8. Fresh Fruit Compote. PIN IT.

Can you substitute margarine for butter in frosting?

As mentioned previously, margarine is a common substitute for butter. And because it is similar in nature to butter, it can be swapped out in a 1-to-1 ratio to the butter. When making a frosting, you want it to have that rich, creamy, smooth texture.

What can I use instead of buttercream on cupcakes?

How can I decorate my muffins without frosting?

How to Decorate Cupcakes Without Icing

  1. Add a dollop of whipped cream.
  2. Dust on powdered sugar.
  3. Drizzle on some glaze.
  4. Add some fresh fruit.
  5. Drizzle on some caramel sauce.
  6. Layer white chocolate and coconut.
  7. Spread on peanut butter and Nutella.
  8. Add chocolate ganache.

What are the healthiest substitutes for butter?

While they love the flavor of dairy-based butter in baked goods, there are a few vegan options they think make good alternatives.

What is a good low fat substitute for butter?

Half-the-fat butter. Although it still contains butter,spreadable butter is a blend of butter and vegetable oil.

  • Non-dairy butter spreads. There are many non-dairy butter spreads in every grocer store today.
  • Vegan butter.
  • Coconut cashew spread.
  • Butter sprays.
  • Cocoa butter.
  • Shea butter.
  • Coconut oil.
  • Coconut spread.
  • Olive oil.

    • How to make the best buttercream frosting recipe?

    Step One: Bring your butter to room temperature.

  • Step Two: Place the butter and powdered sugar in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment.
  • Step Three: Beat the butter and sugar together until just combined.
  • Step Four: Add the milk,vanilla extract,and salt.

    • How to make crusting buttercream that actually sets firm?

    – 7½ cups (2 pounds or 937g) confectioners’ sugar – 1 cup shortening, or ½ cup room temperature butter and ½ cup shortening (See alternate method of making buttercream if using butter and shortening.) – 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, use clear if want white frosting – ½-¾ cup whole milk, as needed for desired consistency – 1 pinch kosher salt