Fondant offers a massive medium for cake decorating enthusiasts. One of the many requirements of learning how to use fondant is sticking it to each other. Luckily, there are several methods to glue fondant shapes and figurines together. From sugar glue and shortening to water and melted chocolate, you can choose between multiple options. Each…
You’ve just whipped up the perfect pound cake, and you can’t wait to share your creation with friends, family, or customers. Now you’re wondering how to ship a pound cake without turning it into a crumbly mess during transit. Here’s everything you need to know to guarantee your baked goods survive the trip every single…
With its fluffy texture and hearty flavor, nothing beats the taste of a freshly baked carrot cake in the Fall. The hearty cake is also a great choice for celebrations and birthdays. One of the most interesting aspects of carrot cakes is the variety of ingredients that make up the cake. If you’re interested in…
There are countless ways you can decorate a cake. From royal icing to chocolate ganache, the options are limitless. Yet, two of the most popular choices are fondant and marzipan. These toppers are easy to work with and you can mold them into all sorts of shapes. Plus, they come in a wide variety of…
Fondant has been around for hundreds of years. In fact, we can trace its origins back to the 1500s. Since then, chefs all over the globe have used the icing to create stunning works of edible art. From massive sculptures to delicate flowers, the decorating options are limitless. Although, not all people are fans of…
Carrot cake is known for its delicious flavor and moist texture. The classic recipe of the cake is made from grated carrots along with a mix of spices and nuts. However, one of the aspects that give carrot cakes their unique flavor is the frosting. Besides being soft and sweet, it gives the cake a…
While nothing beats the homemade version of carrot cake, sometimes you can’t put in the time and effort to make it from scratch. Enter boxed carrot cake — a quick way to enjoy the dessert using fewer ingredients and fewer steps. The only problem is, you’re trading in flavor and texture for convenience. Today, I’m…
Fondant is a versatile type of icing that helps you make amazing cake decorations. Yet, it can be tricky to work with. Sometimes, factors like air temperature can affect the texture and elasticity of the fondant you use. So, knowing the right way to store fondant and how to keep it from drying out is…
For professional bakers and cake decorators, eyeballing the amount of fondant needed to cover a specific cake may be easy. However, it can be highly confusing if you’re new to this field. So, how to know exactly how much fondant you should prepare to cover a cake? To be honest, it’s not an exact science….
So you’ve set out to make carrot cake, only to discover you’re out of flour? Or maybe you’re looking to switch to a flour-free diet? Or perhaps you’re trying to experiment with new flavors and textures? Whatever the reason, you’re probably wondering: can you make flourless carrot cake? In today’s article, I’ll be answering that…