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🍰 Food & Drinks term
Buttercream
A frosting made by beating butter with sugar, used to fill, cover and pipe decorations on cakes.
Why it matters
Buttercream tastes creamier than fondant and is easy to pipe, but it softens in Singapore’s heat.
🇸🇬 In Singapore
Buttercream can soften within minutes outdoors in Singapore’s heat. For void deck parties, picnics or outdoor events, keep the cake chilled and bring it out just before cutting.
Tips before you buy
- Keep the cake chilled until shortly before serving.
- Avoid leaving it outdoors or in a hot car.
- Ask whether the baker uses a heat-stable recipe for outdoor events.