How to flatten frosting on a cupcake

How to get a perfectly smooth flat top icing on a cupcake - without fondant!

Dan Langan turns cupcake decorating upside down and shows how to flatten the frosting, making piping and decorating much easier.

Are you wondering how to fill cupcake liners so you get the perfect cupcake? Follow the tips in my post for successful cupcake baking!

Love the look of fondant covered cupcakes, but not so crazy about the taste? Learn how to make delicious and decorative flat top buttercream cupcakes!

The Cupcake Scoop on Instagram: "What an incredibly clear and detailed tutorial. Thank you @cakesbyjanetaylor for taking the time to slow things down and describe how to do this so well. Follow @the.cupcake.scoop for more tips and tricks."

This easy vanilla frosting is the best buttercream recipe! Make light and fluffy vanilla frosting, ideal for decorating cakes and cupcakes.

Do you know how to thicken frosting? I have five simple ways to do it and solve the problem of runny or soggy frosting. I bet you are now thinking on how to make cupcakes fun for the kids, and the kids at heart! #thicken #frosting #josephinedc

Learn how to decorate cupcakes like a pro, no matter your skill level. There are easy yet impressive techniques that you can use to frost cupcakes without any equipment. Plus, if you do have basic decorating tools on hand, we'll show you a few ways to get the most out of a pastry bag and tip set.

We share 5 easy methods for how to frost cupcakes without a piping bag. You'll have perfectly iced cupcakes without the fuss!

Dan Langan on Instagram: "Have you tried the cupcake flip?!? This is my favorite way to get a smooth, even top on cupcakes. This technique works with any frosting that becomes firm in the refrigerator. You’ll want to use a smooth, airless icing and a large open round tip. I prefer wax paper because it doesn’t wrinkle but parchment will work too. Follow me for more of the best recipes and baking tips🔥"