FROSTING Meaning and
Definition
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Frosting, often referred to as icing, is a type of sweet and creamy topping that is used to embellish and enhance the appearance, taste, and texture of various baked goods, particularly cakes, cupcakes, and pastries. It is typically spread or piped onto the surface of the dessert in a smooth, thick, and even layer.
Made predominantly from powdered sugar or confectioners' sugar, frosting can be prepared in a variety of flavors, colors, and consistencies. The powdered sugar acts as the base ingredient, which is then combined with liquid components such as milk, water, or cream, as well as flavorings like vanilla extract or cocoa powder. Other ingredients like butter or shortening may be added to enhance the richness and consistency of the frosting.
Frosting serves numerous functions besides visual appeal. It helps to seal in moisture, keeping the cake or pastry moist and fresh for a longer period. Moreover, it adds sweetness and flavor to the dessert, balancing the taste of the underlying cake. Frosting can also function as a canvas for decorations, allowing bakers to create intricate designs and patterns using piping bags and various tips.
Whether it is a simple buttercream frosting, a rich cream cheese frosting, or a glossy ganache, the choice and application of frosting can greatly impact the overall taste and aesthetic of a dessert, making it a popular and important component in the world of baking and confectionery.
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The sugar composition resembling hoar-frost, used to cover cakes, &c.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of FROSTING
The word "frosting" originated in the mid-18th century, and its etymology is related to the culinary process of covering or coating a cake with a sweet and flavored substance. The term comes from the Middle English word "frost", which refers to a light coating of ice or frozen dewdrops. In this context, frosting refers to the delicate, decorative layer that resembles frost on a surface. Over time, the word evolved to specifically represent the sugary glaze applied to cakes and pastries, known as frosting.
Idioms with the word FROSTING
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the frosting on the cake, at the icing on the cake
The idiom "the frosting/icing on the cake" is used to describe something that is an additional bonus or enhancement to an already good situation or outcome. It refers to the final touch or element that makes something even more delightful, satisfying, or perfect.
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the frosting on the cake
The idiom "the frosting on the cake" typically refers to something that is added to something good or positive to make it even better or more enjoyable. It symbolizes the final touch or the extra enhancement that enhances an already satisfactory situation.
Similar spelling words for FROSTING
- Resting,
- friction,
- fractionate,
- frost,
- frosted,
- frosty,
- fraction,
- frost snow,
- frowsty,
- freestone,
- fasting,
- Roosting,
- frostiness,
- Fronting,
- frausto,
- frost fish,
- frostbitten,
- frostwort,
- freshet,
- frictional,
- frostian,
- frostily,
- rusting,
- frustrating,
- defrosting,
- frostbite,
- roasting,
- fructify,
- frost mist,
- fractional.
Conjugate verb Frosting
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