Recipe
Gelatine 2tsp
Corn syrup 1/2 cup
Water 1/4 cup
Almond extract 1 tsp
Icing sugar 900g – 1kg
CMC 2tsp
Shortening as required. See procedure
Add gelatine to water. Dissolve in microwave or over water bath. (don’t let it boil)
Add corn syrup, flavour and glycerine if used. Heat till melted and well mixed.
Sift 3/4 of the sugar and cmc into a bowl. Pour mixture into it and mix.
rub shortening on your hand and knead till smooth, adding more sugar as required to achieve desired consistency. About 900g works.
Always keep fondant covered to prevent it from drying out.
Fondant can be used to create beautiful designs on cakes. It is the preferred icing for wedding and custom cakes in Nigeria.
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