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Working with Fondant
Learn to cover cakes smoothly and create decorations with rolled fondant.
Mediumโฑ๏ธ 30 mins๐ฝ๏ธ N/A
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๐ฅ Ingredients
- 2 lbs rolled fondant
- Powdered sugar or cornstarch for rolling
- Shortening for smoothing
- Vodka or clear extract for gluing
- Buttercream base coat
๐ Instructions
- 1
Start with crumb-coated, chilled cake.
- 2
Knead fondant until pliable and smooth.
- 3
Roll to 1/4 inch thickness on dusted surface.
- 4
Roll around rolling pin, drape over cake.
- 5
Smooth top first, then sides, working out air bubbles.
- 6
Use fondant smoother for perfect finish.
- 7
Trim excess with sharp knife.
- 8
Use shortening on palms to smooth further.
๐ก Pro Tips
- โFondant tears if too cold, droops if too warm.
- โWork in air conditioning - humidity is the enemy.
- โSharp folds create elephant skin - smooth gently.
- โLet covered cake sit overnight before decorating.
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
0 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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