What do birthdays, anniversaries, surprise parties, and afternoon tea all have in common? They're all a whole lot better when there's a cake involved. While you could certainly whip up a pound cake or a bundt cake and do a simple icing drizzle or glaze - some cakes deserve something creamy and luscious, like Jaime Bachtell-Shelbert's classic vanilla buttercream frosting.
Adding Kool-Aid, which began exclusively as a drink but is now sold in powder form, not only boosts flavor, but it also gives a vibrant color, making your sweet treats pop and impress any crowd. By using different powders, your frostings can vary in taste, texture, and hue without the need for added food coloring or extracts. The packet does double duty, delivering both bold flavor and rich color.
The great thing is that with just a few simple hacks, you can get store-bought frosting much closer to that homemade taste and texture without having to start from scratch, providing the best of both worlds. You can add extra butter to store-bought frosting to help boost its taste and texture. And, if the flavor still needs a bit more help, all you need is a little mint extract.
