How to make fondant for cake decorating

If you are a sweets gal like I am, you’ve probably had your fair share of fondant—whether you know it or not. It can be polarizing, but when made well, it can elevate a cake or pastry, especially if you’re aiming for extravagant decorations.

But what is fondant and how does it differ from regular icing? Here’s what you need to know. 

What is Fondant?

Fondant is a type of icing that is made from sugar, water, gelatin, vegetable oil, and/or corn syrup.

3 ingredient fondant

These come together to make something that handles a bit more like sculpting clay or Play-Doh—though it’s very much edible, the texture is not at all like the fluffy buttercream frosting you may be used to. It’s primarily used to mold over a cake or baked good to achieve a sleeker look than regular piped frosting can, or to create sturdy (but, again, still edible) decorations that traditional frosting wouldn’t be able to achieve.

What Does Fondant Taste Like?

Fondant tastes sugary and mild—and not much else, though it can be pleasantly flavored with

how fondant icing is made

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