A versatile icing, fondue can be used to create some truly unique and beautiful cakes.It can be rolled flat to cover a cake.Once you have made your figures, it's time to dry them.If you're short on time, you can choose between quicker drying methods and air-drying, both of which produce smooth fondant.
Step 1: You have to make it several days before you serve it.
Air-drying fondant is time consuming and unreliable.It's a good idea to make your fondant far in advance so it won't get wet when you serve the cake.Air-drying fondant can take up to 36 hours.Before you serve your cake, make sure you have enough time to dry it.The time to make homemade fondant should be set aside.It takes several days to make homemade fondant, but it can be solid in 24 hours.Store-bought fondant is better for quicker results.Store-bought fondant can take up to 24 hours to dry.
Step 2: A piece of wax paper is used to line a baking sheet or wire baking rack.
Apply a thin layer to the wax paper by dipping a paper towel in shortening.This prevents the fondant from sticking to the paper.Silicone mats or paper towels can leave marks on your fondant, so don't dry it on them.
Step 3: Place the pieces on the wax paper.
They don't stick together if there is some space between them.The rule of thumb is to leave a finger's width between the pieces.
Step 4: The room is cool and dry.
Too much humidity can cause the fondant to sweat.If you live in a humid climate, you should use an air conditioner or a dehumidifier.
Step 5: The powder should be added to the fondant.
Tylose powder, also known as CMC, is a gum that strengthens fondant.It helps it get harder.The powder should be used per 16 ounces of fondant.Most craft stores have the baking section where you can find the powder.
Step 6: There is a drying rack and a fan.
Increasing air circulation is one of the best ways to decrease drying time.Place your baking sheet or wire rack on a flat counter or baking rack with a fan a few feet away pointing at the fondant.It could take between 30 and 60 minutes to dry the fondant.
Step 7: You should dry fondant with your oven light.
There is a small amount of heat coming from the light inside your oven.It's warm enough to dry fondant, but not so warm that it will melt.Place your baking sheet or wire rack on the top rack of the oven.Smaller pieces can be done within an hour or two if the oven door is open.
Step 8: Fan drying or oven light drying will speed up the process.
You should check your fondant frequently to make sure it doesn't dry out too quickly, because combining drying methods will greatly decrease drying time.Cracks in your fondant can be caused by overdrying.If cracks form, they can be smoothed out with shortening.