Since everyone already knows the Wilton fondant tastes horrible!! Just wanted to know if I can add some flavoring to it to make the taste somewhat better.
Can I add just regualr wilton vanilla extract or does it have to be a special flavoring??? I'd like to know too! Will the Lorann flavorings work in the Wilton fondant? I haven't quite gotten up the courage to try to make my own fondant yet. That and my DH keeps getting into the new bags of marshmallows to snack on Forget Wilton's Fondant.
Only use it for making accessories. You can try and try but you'll never never get rid of that taste. I just recently tried adding flavors on my Wilton Fondant. What you said about some people not liking the taste of the Wilton Fondant led me to add a mint-liquid flavored syrup that you can buy at the store. Some say it tastes like 'mentos' candy.
Maybe next time I'll try Lemon flavoring on it. Thanks Carlachef! I won a small 2 tub of the Satin Ice on ebay just to test. Haven't tried it yet. Next cake tho. Can I flavor it with the Lorann, and if so, how much should I use or start out with?
Once the fondant is a smooth ball, it is ready to be used. You can now roll it out, shape it, or wrap it in cling wrap to use later. If you want to add coloring or flavoring to your fondant, flatten it into a round disc. You might want to wear gloves to avoid getting food coloring on your hands during this step.
Add your desired amount of coloring or flavoring to the center of the disc. Fold the disc over on itself so that the color or flavor is enclosed in the center of the fondant ball.
Begin to knead the ball of fondant just like you did before. As you work it, you will begin to see streaks of color coming through from the center. Continue to knead until the streaks are gone and the fondant is a uniform color. Your fondant is now ready to be used or stored. For a 10 x inch square cake or a 9 x inch sheet cake, you will need to double the recipe. Wrap the marshmallow fondant well in cling wrap for storage. In a sealed container, it can be stored in a cool room or the refrigerator for up to two months.
Knead it until supple before use. Do not refrigerate a cake that's covered in fondant or fondant decorations because the condensation can ruin the smooth texture. Whether on a cake or not, fondant of any kind does not freeze well at all. Recipe Tags:. Wilton Brands LLC. Fondant Amounts to Cover Cakes. Actively scan device characteristics for identification.
Just wondering because it may not be fully supported by the cupcake. Recently I could find it online. I always look for the picture of your pirate cupcakes. Love this fondant and use it for all of my cakes.
Thanks for sharing. Will this type of fondant work to press into silicone molds for, say, making seashells? Hi, first I want to say thank you for the recipe. The dough hook for my kitchenaid broke, could I use the paddle attachment or is it easier to knead my hand what I always do but any shortcut is welcome!
Also, do you prefer the recipe as is or with flavor such as white chocolate. Thank you so much! Hi Holly! Thank you so much for the quick reply.
I made a small batch today and WOW! It actually resembles the taste of buttercream! Thank you for the recipe. Thank you in advance. I need to make a birthday cake a couple days in advance.
If I were to use this fondant, would i leave it at room temperature or would I refrigerate it? I have only tried fondant once. I used a traditional marshmallow fondant, then.
My go to fondant recipe! I hate the taste of fondant, but I can actually eat this fondant. Also, kids absolutely go crazy for it! I always mix my fondant with a very small amount of Tylose powder prior to making anything that I want to harden quickly e.
Hi, how long does this stay good? I want to make some of the pieces for the cake now for a birthday party in 3 weeks. Could I store them in the refrigerator? Use 1 tsp each vanilla extract and butter flavoured extract instead of 2 tsp. Your email address will not be published.
Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Our Privacy Policy. Share on Facebook Tweet about it Pin it for later Email. Tips for working with this homemade fondant: To keep the fondant from sticking on your hands, rub a little bit of vegetable shortening on your hands before handling the fondant. Once you have kneaded it, and it is no longer sticky, I like to rub the outside of the fondant with a little bit of vegetable shortening.
This helps to keep it from drying out. Be sure to wrap in plastic wrap, and place in a zipper seal bag to prevent it from drying out before you have a chance to use it. You can keep the fondant, all wrapped up, on the counter for a week before using it, so feel free to prepare it ahead of time. If the fondant is too hard to use, you can microwave it for a few seconds to soften it. Kneading it will also help make it more pliable.
I like to rub a little bit of vegetable shortening on my counter before rolling out the fondant. To get fondant to stick to fondant, you use a clean paint brush and brush on a little bit of water to one of the pieces before sticking them together.
How to change the flavour of this homemade fondant: Coconut — add 2 teaspoons coconut extract, and use 3 tablespoons coconut milk in place of the water White Chocolate — Use 7 cups of marshmallows and 4 oz. There are endless options when decorating with fondant.
Did you make this recipe? Foodista Best of Food Blogs Cookbook ». Comments Thanks for sending this recipe to me!! I will have to try this. I've worked with packaged fondant and never cared for the taste. Your pirate cupcakes are so adorable. Thanks, Amy. Those pirate cupcakes are amazing! Glad I met you on Tasty Kitchen.
Have you ever tried mixing this fondant with gumpaste to create stiff er details? Brooke, I never have tried it, but don't see why it wouldn't work. If the corn syrup already contains real vanilla in it, is vanilla extract still needed? This recipe looks great — thanks for sharing! Any info would be great! Just be sure to wear plastic gloves for that part. Do you know what I can use instead? I cant find butter flavoured extract, can I replace it with something? What is Dream Whip, and why is it optional to add to the recipe?
Jeanine, Will this work well for making figures? Hi Jeannie- I love your recipe. This is the best tasting fondant ever, in spite of me messing up the recipe. This was an amazing recipe, my husband ate the left over pieces like candy! Thank you!! Glad that you liked it, Jenny!
Would it be ok to add my coloring to the mix before I add my powdered sugar? As long as you use low heat, it should be alright. Use what you need, you may not need all of it, just enough to keep it from sticking.
U can put paper towels in bow to keep up in 3-d position , then let stiffen up. Super easy to make came out perfectly! Thank you thank you for posting this recipe! Leave a Reply Cancel reply Your email address will not be published. Pineapple Coconut. Lemon Lime. Start by selecting your flavor. Then our system will ask you to select your color. Make your own fondant, icing, and cakes? Try the new clear flavor powders. Get the flavor you want throughout your cake and make something your customers will talk about forever!
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