How Do You Apply Icing On The Sides Of Fondant Cakes?
Fondant is a popular cake icing made from sugary syrup and water. If fondant is cooked, stirred and kneaded correctly, it takes on an exceptionally smooth and shiny appearance. A base layer of fondant covers a cake, which is then decorated. You can shape fondant pieces into hearts or flowers to use as decorations, or you can also use royal icing on top of fondant to decorate a cake. Apply a thin base layer of buttercream frosting to the plain cake. Make sure the cake is cool before you apply the buttercream or it might melt. This layer coats any crumbs so they won’t be visible through the fondant base. Place the fondant base over the cake. Smooth the fondant down, starting at the top of the cake. Cut away any excess fondant at the base. Check the fondant base for dryness. Rub solid shortening into dry patches using soft, circular motions to prevent cracking. Roll out the decorative fondant icing. Cut it into the shapes or patterns you wish to apply. Brush a small amount of water to the
