This book is full of recipes for delicious candied fruit and nut toppings for your favorite desserts! With these easy-to-follow recipes, you'll be able to create beautiful and tasty toppings for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more. Whether you're looking for a simple glaze or an elaborate decoration, you'll find the perfect recipe in this book.

Caramel Frosting

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter on medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt and mix until well combined. With the mixer on low speed, add the heavy cream and vanilla and mix just until combined.
2. Use the frosting immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Before using, bring to room temperature and re-whip with a mixer for best results.

Calories: 130
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Cholesterol: 31 mg
Sodium: 28 mg
Carbohydrates: 11 g
Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 10 g
Protein: 0 g

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-4 tablespoons milk

Serving size: 1 recipe
Calories: 4200
Fat: 200 g
Saturated fat: 120 g
Unsaturated fat: 80 g
Trans fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 480 mg
Sodium: 960 mg
Carbohydrates: 600 g
Fiber: 20 g
Sugars: 580 g
Protein: 20 g
Vitamin A: 120% DV
Vitamin C: 0% DV
Calcium: 30% DV
Iron: 40% DV

Classic Chocolate Frosting

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup heavy cream

1. In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until creamy. 2. Add the confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract and beat on low speed until combined. 3. Add the heavy cream and beat on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy. 4. Spread the frosting on top of cooled cake or cupcakes.

Serving size: 1 recipe
Calories: 2190
Fat: 153 g
Saturated fat: 98 g
Unsaturated fat: 48 g
Trans fat: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 193 g
Sugar: 153 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 5 g
Sodium: 360 mg

Vanilla Frosting

1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-4 tablespoons milk or cream

Calories: 1680
Fat: 16 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg
Sodium:460 mg
Carbohydrates: 368 g
Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 352 g
Protein: 4 g
Buttercream frosting is high in calories, fat, and sugar.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Frosting

1 cup peanut butter
1 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy cream

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is melted and smooth.
2. Add the heavy cream and stir until well combined.
3. Spread the frosting on top of your favorite cake or cupcakes. Enjoy!

Serving size: 1 recipe
Calories: 2113
Fat: 153 g
Saturated fat: 60 g
Unsaturated fat: 81 g
Trans fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 589 mg
Carbohydrates: 143 g
Fiber: 14 g
Sugar: 108 g
Protein: 67 g
*The nutrition facts are an estimate and may vary depending on the ingredients used and portion size.

Chocolate Frosting

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

In a large bowl, cream butter and cocoa together until smooth. Gradually add confectioners' sugar, mixing well. Add milk and vanilla; mix until smooth. If frosting is too thick, add more milk a few drops at a time. If frosting is too thin, add more confectioners' sugar a little at a time.

Serving size: 1 recipe
Calories: 3790
Fat: 198 g
Saturated fat: 116 g
Unsaturated fat: 82 g
Trans fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 486 g
Sugar: 472 g
Fiber: 16 g
Protein: 24 g
Cholesterol: 498 mg
Sodium: 3498 mg