How to Make Buttercream Fondant

Want a fancy, no hassle cake for a great party? This recipe is great to cover your cakes with!

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons and 1-3/4 teaspoons light corn syrup
  • 3 tablespoons and 1-3/4 teaspoons shortening
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
  • 7 ounces confectioners' sugar

Steps

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    In a large bowl, stir together the shortening and corn syrup.
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    Mix in the salt and vanilla flavoring, then gradually mix in the confectioners' sugar until it is a stiff dough. If you are using a stand mixer, use the dough hook attachment.
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    To use, roll out on a clean surface that has been dusted with confectioners' sugar until it is 1⁄8 inch (0.3 cm) thick or thinner if you can.
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    To use, roll out on a clean surface that has been dusted with confectioners' sugar until it is 1⁄8 inch (0.3 cm) thick or thinner if you can.
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    Finished.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    What can be use in place of corn syrup?
    Qamar
    Qamar
    Top Answerer
    You can dissolve 1 cup of sugar in hot water. This can be used as a substitute.
  • Question
    Will food coloring ruin the texture, or is it safe to use?
    Carmilly
    Carmilly
    Community Answer
    You can use food coloring, as long as you are adding a mindful amount. A few drops goes a long way, but if you add too much it will ruin the texture.
  • Question
    How long can I keep fondant?
    Qamar
    Qamar
    Top Answerer
    If stored and chilled well, it can last up to 4 weeks.
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Warnings

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About This Article

Jessica Gibson
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Jessica Gibson
wikiHow Staff Writer
This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Jessica Gibson. Jessica Gibson is a Writer and Editor who's been with wikiHow since 2014. After completing a year of art studies at the Emily Carr University in Vancouver, she graduated from Columbia College with a BA in History. Jessica also completed an MA in History from The University of Oregon in 2013. This article has been viewed 115,042 times.
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Updated: May 6, 2021
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Categories: Frosting Icing and Fondant
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