Colouring frosting turns it bitter

Question

Whenever I add food colouring to frosting it turns bitter, especially the deep coloured ones.can you please let me know what I can do to prevent that.I use chefmaster gel food colouring:-).Thank you😊😊

Monika · Answer

I'll try using another brand!😊😊

Monika · Answer

Thanks for replying!All of the colours are bitter

Wendy · Answer

Hi Monika,Is it one colour or all colours that are bitter?

HalfPint · Answer

Usually, a bitter flavor means too much food color has been added.  It is especially true if the coloring is synthetic.  Use less coloring or use another brand of color.

Colouring frosting turns it bitter

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