The size of the sugar crystal in fondant is crucial because it affects the texture and smoothness of the final product; smaller crystals create a more pliable and glossy texture. In contrast, icing sugar, which is finely ground and often contains cornstarch, dissolves more quickly and produces a light, fluffy texture, making it ideal for glazes and frostings. Using larger sugar crystals in fondant can lead to a gritty texture, making it less desirable for covering cakes. Thus, the granulation of sugar directly influences the mouthfeel and appearance of the finished confections.
Yes, you can substitute icing sugar with fondant icing sugar to make fondant icing, as both are powdered sugars. However, fondant icing sugar is specifically formulated for making fondant, often containing additional ingredients that help achieve a smoother texture and better elasticity. Keep in mind that the final texture and consistency may vary slightly depending on the specific brand and formulation of the fondant icing sugar used.
The most important rule to consider when using Fondant icing is to cover it with vinyl to prevent it from drying out.
It's a brand of fondant icing made by Bakels
If you are making icing, yes. If you are making a meringue, no.
No. You do not have to put icing under the fondant on a cake. You can bake a cake and not put any icing on it and just put fondant on it if you wish. No law forces you to put icing on the cake. With that said, How do you plan to stop the icing at the edge of the fondant? Which will you apply first? Normally sugar in the the icing causes it to stick to the cake and also causes the fondant to stick to the icing. So if you have messy people eating your cakes and do not want the fondant to fall off the plates onto the rug as they walk around the living room at a party, it would be best to use icing as a glue.
Fondant is best for outdoor weddings.
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Marzipan under fondant icing makes the cake too sweet, because fondant icing makes the cake too sweet on their own. It is better to use a buttercream with less sugar.
Fondant goes over icing that has been on a cake in the fridge.
I have no idea about the cost of fondant. However, you can make an at-home version of fondant by melting icing to a liquidey consistency or by applying icing as it is from the tub to a still-hot cake. This will cause the icing to melt, but as you layer it, it will cool and form an icing that is more consistent with fondant, than the thick spread that is usually on cake.
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They usually use fondant