To get a truly black buttercream frosting ... Using an electric mixer, cream the shortening and the softened butter together until blended and creamy. Carefully add the black cocoa powder to ...

Buttercream will keep in the fridge for up to two weeks in an airtight container. Always start with all of your ingredients at room temperature. In warmer kitchens it may help to add a pinch of ...

Use this simple buttercream icing recipe to decorate your birthday cakes, cupcakes and sandwich biscuits. Try adding a little food colouring gel for a splash of colour to your butter icing.