Nigerian Cake Scam
Sometimes known as a Nigerian scam, in the cake world it’s often referred to as the Happy Marriage Life scam, referring to a message that the scammers sometimes want written on the wedding cake. These scams target not only cake and bakery businesses, but anyone who sells anything online. I have heard of the same […]
Selling Cakes Made From Licensed Character Pans – Should You Do It?
The short answer to this question is NO. To sell a cake made using a copyrighted character pan would infringe on the cake pan copyright owners rights. Read on if you would like a more in depth explanation as to why this practice is risky business. For purposes of this article, cake pans refer to […]
Princess Castle Cake tutorial
How to make a castle cake for your princess! Our popular castle cake tutorial, for cake decorators at an intermediate 2012 – Summer of Sports on Steroids – BBC estimates more than 2x Football World Cup traffic levels – trefor.net dianabol prices steroids get from, anabolic steroids – rva space | commercial real estate for […]
CakeBoss asks… Mix or Scratch?
When you make the decision to start selling cakes, this might be one of the first questions you find yourself asking. Few issues ignite the passions of bakers like this one, so don your flame-retardant gear as I attempt to make some sense out of this volatile issue. Cake mixes have been readily available in […]
How to Start a Cake or Baking Business from Home
This article is intended for a U.S. based audience. It does not replace your own research, and it is not intended as legal advice. Legality With the explosion of cottage food laws in the U.S. over the past 5 years, in many states, it is very easy to start a cake business from your home. […]
CakeBoss Coral Cake Decor Tutorial
This tutorial demonstrates how to make realistic looking coral for cake decorations out of grape stems and royal icing. This is a great technique because not only is it very easy, but it doesn’t require you to buy specialty ingredients or mess around with boiling sugar or isomalt. Grape stems are ideal because they are […]
CakeBoss Fondant or Gumpaste Loopy Bow Tutorial
It’s easier than you think! A loopy fondant or gumpaste bow is an easy and impressive cake topper that works on birthday, wedding, or shower cakes! We use marshmallow fondant for our bows. In our hot Texas climate with nearly year-round air conditioning, the loops usually dry overnight. If you have trouble getting your loops […]
Selling Cakes with Copyrighted Characters
Cakes and cookies bearing copyrighted characters are in high demand, and the legality of accepting these types of orders is a hot topic of discussion in the cake world. CakeBoss Software sat down with intellectual property attorney Michael Atkins to finally get some questions answered by an expert. If you have questions about using licensed […]
CakeBoss Marshmallow Fondant Recipe and Tutorial
Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate This tutorial demonstrates how to make inexpensive homemade fondant out of marshmallows and powdered sugar. I recommend that marshmallow fondant (MMF) NOT be your first experience using fondant. Fondant is a lovely, versatile substance, kind of like sugar playdough. With traditional fondant, you knead it prior to use. The kneading action loosens […]
How to Freeze Your Cakes the Right Way
Can you freeze a cake and have it taste just as fresh, moist, and delicious as the day it was baked? Would you believe me if I said freezing makes your cake even better than fresh? It’s absolutely true. A properly wrapped cake can be frozen for weeks or months, thawed, and taste even better […]