how to make perfect buttercream

• It’s perfect because it’s thick, creamy and so tasty that you don’t need to decorate the cake with anything else – this frosting is everything ????
• I’ve written a whole stack of tips for making perfect buttercream HERE.

• The recipe begins by creaming the butter and sugar together, so you will need an electric mixer. Just make sure your butter is at room temperature and not too cold.
• Sour cream takes this cake over the top. Use full fat sour cream – we’re not on diets when it comes to chocolate cake.
• When you add the dry ingredients, use a wooden spoon or spatula so you don’t over mix the cake batter. This will ensure your cake is soft and tender.
• The hot water is important – don’t skip it! Your batter will still be quite thick – this is ok.
• The cakes will be ready when a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Leave to cool completely before stacking and frosting.