Whipped cream cheese is the ultimate blend of smoothness and fluffiness, perfect for spreading, dipping, or even as a topping ...

In warmer kitchens it may help to add a pinch of cream ... buttercream. French-style buttercream is made in the same way, but with the addition of egg yolks, which produce a much richer icing.

Use this simple buttercream ... basic recipe. Cream the butter and sugar, as above, also adding the cocoa powder. Allow the melted chocolate to cool for 10 minutes before adding to the whipped ...