Step 1

First off, set your cool cake on a cookie rack over a flexible cutting board.

Step 2

This will help catch leftover icing that you can scoop up and re-use if needed.

Step 3

Next, microwave your frosting for two 15 second bursts- it should be completely melted but not hot.

Step 4

Let it sit for a minute or two to cool a bit (you want it still liquid- just no warmth).

Step 5

Then, in a circular motion, pour over your cake. Once you have used about 1/4 the can of icing and it looks pretty covered, let it sit and firm up for about 10 minutes.

Step 6

Microwave the icing again, for 15 seconds.

Step 7

Repeat the icing step to get a thicker, more even layer.

Step 8

Repeat once more if needed after cool.

Step 9

Once cake has set, slide it off cooling rack and onto clean cake plate.

Step 10

Decorate with sprinkles, fondant shapes, etc.

Step 11

Enjoy!!