anyone have problems with the frosting?
1254238
no the frosting is very good, spreads nicely whats left over I eat with a spoon, Betty Crocker is always good
1254239
Never a problem. In fact, I have purchased many at a time and stored on cupboard shelf for a couple of months during this warm 2013 summer and the product is still like new.
387809
I've had that happen too. What I've done with my mats (which are not "the mat") is just smear a very thin layer of shortening to the mat. I make my own fondant and this has always worked. Don't know why it wouldn't work for The Mat too.
1344920
I always made butter cream frosting in it and it worked well until after having used it for 3 years making cakes, pizza and cookie dough using it about 2-3 times a month, the speed adjustment wheel no longer worked and the mixer was in high speed all the time. I decided to get a Kitchen Aid.
1157297
Are you using the right tool? I have never had the problem, we made a big batch of sugar cookies the other day and had no problems, this is the second year Ive had this and never had a problem.
1850780
Yes but it's hard to get the cupcakes in and out without messing up the frosting.
1971179
Tammy, I figured out after that happened to me was to get the motor running and pour the mixture in using the slot in the top. I haven't had any more trouble with it sticking. It does seem to freeze up quicker than the time it says in the booklet. I scrap it out with a rubber spatula and put it in a container to finish in the freezer. I got a good hint from another web site to put a little acholol ( rum or tequila)in it to keep it from freezing rock hard. Hope this helps
1462921
I do not have that problem. You may want to try rubbing candle wax around the edges, using an unlit candle.
1592457
I frosted the ones I baked for my little ones birthday and it was a pain but worth it. The ones I baked held together rather well so if you are careful you could probably dip them. As for the baking make sure that you put a circle of parchment paper in the top and then nonstick baking spray to prevent it from sticking and breaking the top tier off this will happen with non stick spray alone.
1872990
I have not had this happen. I have learned to really take care of my paddles. Before baking a loaf of bread spray the paddles with a bit of PAM to lube them and lube the hinge. This also make the paddles easier to remove from the pan after baking. When the loaf is baked I remove the blades and soak them and remove any bread residue with a toothpick. I then spray them with a bit of Pam to lube them and work the PAM down in to the hinge. I have not had any problem with the paddles. I really like this machine.
432935
I did hook it up that way and did not have any problems with icing or anything. Just make sure the BTU's are what you want. I went from a Mr Buddy 30, 000 BTU and was disappointed in the performance. Nothing wrong with the unit, I just expected too much.
929083
Try adjusting the amount of flour....reduce by 1/4 cup max. It could be your oven temperature and/or the amount of time your cake bakes. I doubt very much if is due to the mixer..and possibly an adjustment in the amount f liquid/flour will solve the problem. I assume you are speaking of cakes you make from scratch. If so, try a 'box' cake mix and see if you have the same problem. Interesting dilemma !
1632096
The frosting sheets melt after less than one hour. I haven't tried to freeze my cake with the sheet on.
20524
Have only made frosting twice; once from scratch -- a buttercream and once I combined cream cheese with a store bought tub of frosting to make it better. It worked well both times. I use it primarily for bread -- using heavy whole wheat and sprouted wheat flours and it does very well with these very heavy thick flours.
2172896
I think sometimes the problem is in the paddles. I have had a couple of loaves turn out a bit strange, and usually the reason was that the paddles weren't locked down properly. One time I used too much of a heavy flour with not enough liquid (when experimenting with my own recipe), so that can cause problems as well. Otherwise, everything else has turned out perfectly.
1721507
I have not had that problem but you may want to lower the temp on the oven a few degrees and if you stick a toothpick in the center & it comes out clean, the inside is done. Hope that helps.
795913
I'm sorry it seems as though your problem is unique to your machine. Mine works perfectly and I have never used any kind of spray or butter on it, I would follow the suggestions of spraying the surface while cold and maybe it will season itself again.
2266178
No I don't, I have had similar problems as well as issues with the polish rolling away from the edges before I can get the nails under the light. I purchased both sets but I don't use them any more...sorry