When piping buttercream flowers, choosing the right piping nozzle for the style you want can be tricky. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through four different piping nozzles and demonstrate how to use each one to create beautiful buttercream roses. By the end, you’ll know exactly which nozzle to reach for the next time you want to pipe perfect buttercream roses!
Comparing 4 piping nozzles for buttercream roses
When creating cakes or cupcakes there might be a specific style of rose you’re looking for. In this week’s tutorial, I’m comparing four different piping nozzles, showcasing the unique effects each one creates. I’ll also guide you step by step on how to pipe the perfect buttercream rose, what the consistency of buttercream needs to be and then how use the roses to decorate the prettiest cupcakes.
Be sure to watch the tutorial below and let me know which nozzle creates your favourite rose!
Piping nozzles for piping buttercream roses
It’s tough to choose my favourite, so let’s dive in and explore each piping nozzle…
#124 piping nozzle
The #124 is your classic petal tip, which I have relied on for years for my roses. With its distinct teardrop shape it comes in a variety of sizes, making it perfect for roses of all sizes. By keeping the wider end at the bottom, you can effortlessly build up petals around a center bud, resulting in a simple yet elegant buttercream rose.
#124K piping nozzle
I was excited to try the #124K, which differs from the #124 with its narrow slit and slightly curved design. This nozzle has quickly become a favourite of mine; it creates a delicate, dainty, layered rose that isn’t too bulky. This one just looks so pretty!
#GG1062 piping nozzle
Just look at these roses – need I say more? The #GG1062 is a favourite among many talented buttercream flower artists, and I had to see what the buzz was about. After using it, I’m amazed at how realistic and stunning the roses turned out. While I adore the delicate look of the #124K, the #GG1062 produces a vintage rose feel that is absolutely stunning.
#116 piping nozzle
While searching for piping nozzles for this comparison, the #116 caught my eye with its playful design. It features the classic teardrop shape but with an added little wiggle. The roses created with this nozzle are completely different to the others, they have a cartoon-like appearance. In the video, you’ll also see me reverse the direction for a totally different effect!
Buttercream consistency
I often get asked about the consistency I use for my buttercream flowers and the type of buttercream I use. For these roses, I used my American Buttercream recipe but left out the milk. It’s currently quite warm in the UK, so I wanted a creamy yet firm buttercream to ensure the roses would hold their shape.
To achieve the perfect texture, I mixed the buttercream on a low speed for 5 minutes, which helps create that smooth, creamy consistency while minimizing air bubbles. After mixing, I spread the buttercream around the sides of the bowl with my spatula to eliminate any remaining bubbles, resulting in a smooth finish.
TOP TIP When piping buttercream flowers I would always advise to use small quantities of buttercream at a time. It may mean you have to fill the piping bag a few times if you need to make a few roses, but it stops your hands from warming up the buttercream as you hold the bag.
I really hope you enjoy the tutorial. Let me know in the comments which nozzle is your favourite? Will you be switching up your piping technique the next time you make buttercream roses, or do you have a different go to nozzle that you swear by?
Also if you haven’t already don’t forget you can subscribe to my YouTube channel for more Free cake decorating video tutorials.
Tools I used
Piping Bags
Flower Nail
Buttercream flower scissors
#124 piping nozzle
#124K piping nozzle
#GG1062 piping nozzle
#116 piping nozzle
#366 leaf piping nozzle
PME mini pallet knife
Wilton pink gel colour (use code LYNZ10 for 10% off)
Colour Splash blue gel colour
Foliage green gel colour
Leaf green gel colour
Plus if you’d like to see all my favourite cake decorating tools just click here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/cakesbylynz
~ Please note that some of the links above are affiliate links. If you click the link and purchase any item through that link, I will receive a small commission from the website but this does NOT add any additional costs to you. Thank you so much for supporting this blog x ~
Why not save this tutorial for later and pin it to Pinterest
