Ep 120. "Cake Boss" Buddy Valastro Schools Rach in Three Cake Decorating Techniques -- and Has a Sweet Surprise for One of His Biggest Fans!

In season 15 episode 120 of Rachael Ray, "Cake Boss" Buddy Valastro makes a special appearance to teach Rachael Ray three cake decorating techniques. Buddy is a master cake decorator and owner of Carlo's Bakery, and he has gained a massive following from his hit TV show "Cake Boss." Rachael has always been a fan of Buddy's work, and she’s excited to learn from him.

Buddy starts by teaching Rachael how to make buttercream frosting from scratch. He shows her how to properly mix the ingredients, how to add the food coloring and how to get the perfect consistency of the frosting. Once the frosting is done, Buddy demonstrates the first cake decorating technique - the rosette. He pipes buttercream rosettes onto a few cupcakes to show Rachael how easy it is to create this beautiful design.

The second decorating technique that Buddy teaches Rachael is the shell design. He creates this design by piping a series of shells onto a sheet cake and then adding small rosettes on top. The shell design is perfect for adding texture to a cake and is a great technique for beginners to try out.

For the final technique, Buddy shows Rachael how to create a beautiful flower using a piping bag and a few different tips. He creates a variety of flowers in different colors to show how versatile this technique can be. Rachael is amazed by how simple and effective this method is.

As a special surprise, Buddy has brought along one of his biggest fans, a young girl who has been following Buddy's work for years. He invites her on stage and gives her an exquisite cake that he has made especially for her birthday. The young girl is overwhelmed with emotion and hugs Buddy tightly, thanking him for the amazing cake and the unforgettable experience. Rachael is touched by the sweet moment and expresses her admiration for Buddy's generosity.

The episode concludes with Rachael thanking Buddy for his masterclass in cake decorating and for the joy he has brought to the young girl's birthday celebration. Buddy thanks Rachael for having him on the show and reminds everyone that with a little practice and the right tools, anyone can make a stunning cake.