How can you go wrong when it comes to adding sprinkles to your cake? Believe it or not, it may be easier than you think to make a few key mistakes that can leave a bad taste (and a bad first impression) in the eyes of those who are enjoying your efforts. Getting colored sprinkles is a good thing, but it is important to consider what you are adding, how you are doing so, and what the final look will actually be.
Mixing and Matching
Colored sprinkles come in a variety of colors and textures. When choosing products for a cupcake or cake, think about how these options will work together. For example, if you want to use more than one color, be sure the colors complement each other. If you would not place them next to each other in the same room on your painted walls, for example, they do not belong together on your cake. They need to coordinate or play off each other.
Next, think about texture. Investing in sprinkles that are in a dust format will create a soft layer of texture. Adding a coarse sprinkle to this will create a bit of confusion and not necessarily the right finished feel. Avoid mixing textures if they do not offer the feel that you really want to have.
Here’s an important tip, though. Colored sprinkles can be a statement piece on any cake or cupcake if you select them well. Instead of making them an afterthought in your decorating plan, make them a focal point. You do not have to load them down on your cake, but you should consider adding them in just the right amount to create interest and to create an eye-catching look that will bring anyone in for a taste of your dessert.