The art of embellishing cakes using various techniques and materials to enhance their visual appeal.

A smooth, pliable icing made from sugar, used to cover cakes and create intricate decorations.

A technique using a piping bag to apply icing in decorative shapes or patterns on cakes.

The study of how colors interact, mix, and influence design, crucial for creating visually appealing cakes.

A popular icing made from butter and sugar, used for frosting and decorating cakes.

A rich mixture of chocolate and cream, often used as icing or filling for cakes.

A thin layer of icing applied to a cake to seal in crumbs before the final coat of icing.

Decorative elements made from food-safe ingredients, such as sprinkles, edible glitter, or sugar flowers.

A type of fondant made from marshmallows and powdered sugar, known for its ease of use.

The surface quality of a cake decoration, created through techniques like piping or fondant manipulation.

A visual collection of images and colors used to inspire and guide the design of a cake.

The process of drawing preliminary designs for a cake, helping to visualize the final product.

The process of stacking and securing cake tiers together to create a multi-tiered cake.

A finely milled flour used in baking cakes, known for producing a tender crumb.

The process of trimming the tops of baked cakes to create a flat surface for decorating.

A technique that results in a flawless, even surface on a cake, often achieved with buttercream or fondant.

Ingredients added between cake layers, such as fruit preserves or creams, to enhance taste.

A sturdy base that supports a cake, often decorated to match the cake design.

A detailed outline of a cake's design, including themes, colors, and techniques to be used.

The meanings and associations of colors in different cultures, relevant for cake design choices.

The technique of flattening fondant into a thin layer for covering cakes or creating decorations.

The showcase of the completed cake, highlighting the decorator's skills and creativity.

A reflective practice where students evaluate their own work and progress throughout the course.

Individual layers of a multi-tiered cake, often stacked for height and decoration.

Various methods used to apply icing to cakes, including spreading, piping, and texturing.