HOW TO PIPE A CUPCAKE SWIRL

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1 - Using a decorating bag fitted with tip 1M, 2D or 2A, hold the bag straight up, with the tip about half an inch above the surface of your cupcake.

Step 2 - Squeeze to form the center of the swirl. Without releasing pressure, raise the tip a little bit and move it slightly to the side. This will be the starting point of your swirl.

Step 3 - Pipe a line of icing toward the top of the star. Using a circular motion, pipe a "C" until it connects to the starting point.

Step 4 - After completing the first rotation, move the tip slightly inward and repeat the circular motion. Continue spiraling until you reach the desired height. End the spiral at the center of the cupcake. Stop squeezing before pulling tip away.