Anita, it sounds like you might want to consider using a frosting that's a bit more stable in warm weather. A classic buttercream with a bit of shortening might be just what you're looking for. It's richer than whipped cream but you won't have to worry about it melting in quite as rapidly. If you're committed to using whipped cream, consider stabilizing it with Instant ClearJel or another culinary thickener. (Mix 1-2 tablespoons with the sugar before streaming it into the cream once it's reached soft peaks; adjust as necessary to get the consistency you're looking for.) Kye@KAF

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