Can you put fondant directly on a cake?

You can use purchased fondant (be sure you get “rolled” fondant as opposed to “pouring” fondant ), or you can make your own marshmallow fondant or rolled fondant . In addition to the fondant , you will need a cake that is covered with a layer of buttercream at least 1/4-inch thick.

How long in advance can I make a cake with fondant?

you use. With a basic butter cake , the fondant covering should be done no more than 2 to 3 days in advance of decorating and serving. A cake only remains fresh that long anyway and because fondant is sugar based, it’s also how long it can stand without breaking down from the moisture in the cake .

Can I put fondant on a cold cake?

You can also put fondant cakes with perishable fillings in the fridge. Of course, always bring the cake to room temperature before serving. Since room temperature cakes taste better than cold chilled cakes .

What type of fondant is best for covering cakes?

Rolled fondant

How do you stick fondant to buttercream cake?

Dip your pastry brush in a small bowl of water. Shake it gently to remove excess water, and lightly brush the underside of your fondant decoration. If you are applying your decoration to fresh buttercream icing, you can skip this step. Fresh buttercream icing is a suitable adherent by itself.

Should I refrigerate my cake before fondant?

Do not refrigerate or freeze. Iced cake can be stored at room temperature for 3-4 days. Cake fillings requiring refrigeration should not be used in fondant -covered cakes . Prior to applying fondant , cake should be lightly covered with a glaze or buttercream icing to provide a smooth surface.

Can I cover a cake with fondant without buttercream?

Probably not. The fondant really needs the buttercream to adhere to and give a nice smooth finish. You could try covering the cake with piping gel, but that wouldn’t have the best flavor and you’d have an extremely sticky surface that you could t work with.

Which is better fondant or icing?

Fondant is a type of icing that can be either poured or rolled out into a sheet. Fondant is a better option to withstand some of the demands of outdoor events. The taste of fondant is a marshmallow-like flavor and when used correctly doesn’t add much sweetness to the finished cake.