somehow i did my fondant perfectly on my first fondant cake when i started in cake making, but struggled after. i am improving now! and this video is extremely useful
@Stacey Cox exactly ahah! watched some cake compilations and called it a day and somehow it turned out fine. i just recently made a cake with fondant and it was a success though! so maybe this video helped a little
Thanks so much Tracy. Here are some time stamps. 0:25 Make sure your cake is leveled and filled evenly. 1:00 Lightly ice the cake with buttercream 1:17 Knead the fondant till it's pliable and use shortening to keep it from sticking to your hands. Now is the best time to add color. 1:35 Use fresh fondant. If elephant skin occurs, it can be fixed by rubbing shortening. 1:44 How to measure your cake for fondant 2:05 To prevent sticking when rolling the fondant, dust it with some corn starch or powdered sugar. Corn starch for humid areas and powered sugar for dry areas. 2:18 If the fondant is having a hard time rolling, add a thin layer of shortening to your work surface. Make sure your surface is clean. Fondant picks up debris easily. 2:36 If you have a circle cake, keep you shape circular, if it's a square, roll to square shape. 2:49 Shes using the 16 inch diameter guide on her Wilton map. If you don't have one you can you a ruler or cut a piece of ribbon 3:03 Shes rolling ⅛ inch thickness. We can use guide rings but the chart will help us if using the correct amount of fondant. 3:13 Roll from the center outwards never completely over the edge. Doing that makes the edges thinner than the middle. Roll in every direction to keep that circle and keep lifting your fondant every once in a while to prevent if from sticking. Notice she keeps using her hands to see if the fondant is even and has any uneven spots that will need rolling while keeping the shape. If at any time it gets misshapen, try to round the edges back to the circle. 3:38 If you get any air bubbles, pop them from the side using a pin. It's best to deal with air bubbles now than when it's on the cake. 3:48 Even though you only need a 16 inch piece of fondant, dont be tempted to roll a bigger piece. Definitely dont do this. The fondant will stretch when you drape it and the excess fondant will add weight which may cause it to tear. 4:04 You must place fondant on your cake while its still fresh and pliable because when it becomes dry it will be harder to smooth. 4:13 Check on your cake before adding the fondant. If the buttercream is dry, spritz it with some water for moisture as the fondant will need a sticky surface to adhere to. 4:20 APPLYING FONTANT. *HAVE THE CAKE CLOSE TO YOU AND READY TO GO* place the roller in the middle of the fondant and gently guide it over. Fold one side over and pick it up from both ends. 4:31 Start away from yourself. Center the bottom edge of the fondant to the cake, touch the edge of the cake board and make sure you have it centered. Gently roll the fondant roller out to guide the fondant as it drapes over the rest of the cake. 4:43 You might find that the fondant is not fully covering the bottom edges of the cake but dont worry, as you smooth, the fondant will stretch out a bit and cover the edges fully. 4:53 If you realize it isn't centered, before you adhere the fondant you should be able to gently remove it and recenter. 5:00 If you cannot safely remove the fondant without damaging the cake, just re ice the cake and refrigerate until it's firm. 5:07 if you have excess buttercream into thefondant, just knead the buttercream into the fondant and re roll. 5:12 To smooth the fondant, use a combination of you hands and a fondant smoother. First use the fondant smoother on top of the cake to smooth and adhere the fondant. 5:20 Pull and very gently stretch the fondant away from the cake and using the edge of your hand to get rid of any creases. 5:30 If you find the sides of your fondant are not sticking to the cake, dip you hand in some water and rub in under the fondant to help adhere. Then, gently press the cake with a dry hand. 5:43 Once you get to the last section, loosen on either side, pull it but more and move the draping to the bottom. You want to move the creases to the lower end of the cake. 5:53 Cut of the excess as you work. Use the smoother on the top and the side once more making sure the fondant is sticking. 6:00 Then press the fondant towards the cake board to get a perfect edge. 6:05 Once the cake is completely covered you can place It on a smaller cake pan so it's elevated and you can cut off the excess HELPING ERRORS 6:20 To hide a seam or where two pieces of fondant were attached together, gently press and rub the two areas. 6:28 To heal fondant cracks or tears, you could always try fondant spackle. Create a thin pipable paste by adding water to fondant to fill in the cracks. Take a spatula and lightly smooth. Shine will disappear when the water evaporates. 6:46 What's the correct temperature to store a fondant cake? Room temperature for 2-3 days before the event however she prefers to refrigerate once she has the fondant on so that the butter cream or any fillings that need to be refrigerated needs to stay cold. 7:03 Dont touch a sweaty cake, the condensation will reabsorb into the cake once it's been at room temp for a while. Thanks so much for teaching us.
I find this video so helpful. I managed to remember what i learnt from school a year ago, you actually helped I wanna do a fondant cake with confidence now. Thank you
Are you having some trouble covering your cake with fondant? Are you coming up too short or having issues with your fondant cracking or tearing? Watch and listen to this video as we walk you through each step to successfully covering a round cake with fondant! Find the written instructions here: bit.ly/2XjhcCp
Thank you so much. I always get frustrated with fondant and do not want to make another cake disaster.. but will definetely try again bec of your video. ✌🏼
Awesome video! You explained everything so well! Keep the videos coming. I am new to fondant and I am going to try it out. You gave me all the answers to the questions I had to get started.
This was the best explanation I came across..I am always two minded using fondant..I'm a beginner in making cakes...your explanation was perfect for my understanding and it was truly motivational for me to get started.Thank u,mch appreciated.
Tysmmm for this ! It’s eid season and I had to make a cake for my family since we were having a dinner but still not a pro at fondant. Covered all my other questions that Google couldn’t too! Thank you 😊 ❤.
Thank you for making this! I’m making a cake for my sisters birthday and I’ve not made a cake in 6 months, It’s not perfect but I’m really proud I didn’t mess it up! I might of if I didn’t find this tutorial 😅
going to have a go today for the first time on boxing Day 2022 normally I use royal Icing but getting fine enough sugar in spain is difficult and very expensive ( 6 euros per kilo! Fonday 2.99!) as against fondant which seems to be everywhere.... thanks for the tips...
That’s an excelente and easy to follow tutorial, well done! I’ve managed to cover a cake a baked for a friend of mine 😊 very proud of myself 💪🏽 The cake used in the video looks so soft and moist 😋 is there anyway we can reach out for the recipe? 😋😉 Tranks xx
I know Im randomly asking but does any of you know of a way to get back into an Instagram account..? I stupidly forgot the password. I would love any tips you can offer me
@Jimmy Layne i really appreciate your reply. I found the site on google and I'm trying it out now. Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
Thank you for the tips they are so helpful- The smaller cakes are easy but still had issues with many folds to deal with very tall cakes 8-10 inches in height- any advice for these cakes ?
somehow i did my fondant perfectly on my first fondant cake when i started in cake making, but struggled after. i am improving now! and this video is extremely useful
@Stacey Cox exactly ahah! watched some cake compilations and called it a day and somehow it turned out fine. i just recently made a cake with fondant and it was a success though! so maybe this video helped a little
Who asked?
@@DanielBarnes your mom
This was very useful! My husband is making a 4 tier cake for us (me, my mom, daughter & grandma) for Valentine’s day. Great tips!
How did he do?
Thanks so much Tracy. Here are some time stamps.
0:25 Make sure your cake is leveled and filled evenly.
1:00 Lightly ice the cake with buttercream
1:17 Knead the fondant till it's pliable and use shortening to keep it from sticking to your hands. Now is the best time to add color.
1:35 Use fresh fondant. If elephant skin occurs, it can be fixed by rubbing shortening.
1:44 How to measure your cake for fondant
2:05 To prevent sticking when rolling the fondant, dust it with some corn starch or powdered sugar. Corn starch for humid areas and powered sugar for dry areas.
2:18 If the fondant is having a hard time rolling, add a thin layer of shortening to your work surface.
Make sure your surface is clean. Fondant picks up debris easily.
2:36 If you have a circle cake, keep you shape circular, if it's a square, roll to square shape.
2:49 Shes using the 16 inch diameter guide on her Wilton map. If you don't have one you can you a ruler or cut a piece of ribbon
3:03 Shes rolling ⅛ inch thickness. We can use guide rings but the chart will help us if using the correct amount of fondant.
3:13 Roll from the center outwards never completely over the edge. Doing that makes the edges thinner than the middle.
Roll in every direction to keep that circle and keep lifting your fondant every once in a while to prevent if from sticking.
Notice she keeps using her hands to see if the fondant is even and has any uneven spots that will need rolling while keeping the shape. If at any time it gets misshapen, try to round the edges back to the circle.
3:38 If you get any air bubbles, pop them from the side using a pin. It's best to deal with air bubbles now than when it's on the cake.
3:48 Even though you only need a 16 inch piece of fondant, dont be tempted to roll a bigger piece. Definitely dont do this. The fondant will stretch when you drape it and the excess fondant will add weight which may cause it to tear.
4:04 You must place fondant on your cake while its still fresh and pliable because when it becomes dry it will be harder to smooth.
4:13 Check on your cake before adding the fondant. If the buttercream is dry, spritz it with some water for moisture as the fondant will need a sticky surface to adhere to.
4:20 APPLYING FONTANT. *HAVE THE CAKE CLOSE TO YOU AND READY TO GO*
place the roller in the middle of the fondant and gently guide it over. Fold one side over and pick it up from both ends.
4:31 Start away from yourself. Center the bottom edge of the fondant to the cake, touch the edge of the cake board and make sure you have it centered. Gently roll the fondant roller out to guide the fondant as it drapes over the rest of the cake.
4:43 You might find that the fondant is not fully covering the bottom edges of the cake but dont worry, as you smooth, the fondant will stretch out a bit and cover the edges fully.
4:53 If you realize it isn't centered, before you adhere the fondant you should be able to gently remove it and recenter.
5:00 If you cannot safely remove the fondant without damaging the cake, just re ice the cake and refrigerate until it's firm.
5:07 if you have excess buttercream into thefondant, just knead the buttercream into the fondant and re roll.
5:12 To smooth the fondant, use a combination of you hands and a fondant smoother. First use the fondant smoother on top of the cake to smooth and adhere the fondant.
5:20 Pull and very gently stretch the fondant away from the cake and using the edge of your hand to get rid of any creases.
5:30 If you find the sides of your fondant are not sticking to the cake, dip you hand in some water and rub in under the fondant to help adhere. Then, gently press the cake with a dry hand.
5:43 Once you get to the last section, loosen on either side, pull it but more and move the draping to the bottom. You want to move the creases to the lower end of the cake.
5:53 Cut of the excess as you work. Use the smoother on the top and the side once more making sure the fondant is sticking.
6:00 Then press the fondant towards the cake board to get a perfect edge.
6:05 Once the cake is completely covered you can place It on a smaller cake pan so it's elevated and you can cut off the excess
HELPING ERRORS
6:20 To hide a seam or where two pieces of fondant were attached together, gently press and rub the two areas.
6:28 To heal fondant cracks or tears, you could always try fondant spackle. Create a thin pipable paste by adding water to fondant to fill in the cracks. Take a spatula and lightly smooth. Shine will disappear when the water evaporates.
6:46 What's the correct temperature to store a fondant cake? Room temperature for 2-3 days before the event however she prefers to refrigerate once she has the fondant on so that the butter cream or any fillings that need to be refrigerated needs to stay cold.
7:03 Dont touch a sweaty cake, the condensation will reabsorb into the cake once it's been at room temp for a while.
Thanks so much for teaching us.
Thanks so much for sharing!
@@wilton I thank you for teaching this lesson also ♡ I love Wilton ♡
We're so happy it was helpful to you. Thank you for being such a great fan! 💛
So detailed
I find this video so helpful. I managed to remember what i learnt from school a year ago, you actually helped
I wanna do a fondant cake with confidence now. Thank you
Thanks!! Aussie dad, trying to learn this at 12:30 at night, for Birthday party tomorrow!! 😀🥳😅🇦🇺
Are you having some trouble covering your cake with fondant? Are you coming up too short or having issues with your fondant cracking or tearing? Watch and listen to this video as we walk you through each step to successfully covering a round cake with fondant!
Find the written instructions here: bit.ly/2XjhcCp
Wilton learning everyday thanks
Hola linda pastelera como se Hase el fondant en casa hay que comprarlo en tiendas grasias
Wilton Thankyou
I hate watching how to videos and I especially hate Wilton but Tracy is a gift and this video is SO helpful.
I had always been scared to do this, but you made it look easy. Thank you. I'll try it.
Fondant is fun! We hope you'll give it a try.
Thank you for this lessons I needed it . I had problems covering and breaks when placing my fondant on cake God bless you
Thank you so much. I always get frustrated with fondant and do not want to make another cake disaster.. but will definetely try again bec of your video. ✌🏼
THAT SPAKLING TIP IS AMAZING. LOVE, LOVE LOVE WILTON STUFF.
This is a very good and detailed guide. Thanks
We're so glad you found it helpful! Happy decorating! 💛
That's well explained. I normally struggle with how to apply fondant on my cake.
It’s pretty simple
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Extremely helpful,I had problems placing my fondant icing on the cake 🎂,this tutorial has been an eye opener.
I don't have a lot of experience making fondant cakes, but this video makes it easier.
Awesome video! You explained everything so well! Keep the videos coming. I am new to fondant and I am going to try it out. You gave me all the answers to the questions I had to get started.
Excellent tutorial! I also love that you have a nice voice - I do find some of the TH-cam voices irritating but you are easy on the ear :)
Amazing video! It’s so helpful! Had problems covering a cake with fondant but this video has made the job easier. Thank you for sharing 😘
This is so helpful and inspiring.
Thanks so much for this video
I enjoyed your tutorial, it useful to me as it also covers the storage (temperature) of the fondant cake, thanks
I Came looking for how to smooth out fondant and left with a whole math lesson
Lol right 🤣
lol 😂
She does explain good tho 😃 👍
😂😂😂😂. I can’t stand draping it over so now I panel fondant over the cake
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This was the best explanation I came across..I am always two minded using fondant..I'm a beginner in making cakes...your explanation was perfect for my understanding and it was truly motivational for me to get started.Thank u,mch appreciated.
I used this video and i have done a reasonably good (not professional) job at putting fondant on my bf's birthday cake !
I enjoy looking the fondant decoration.I want to try and see how it comes. Thanks for the Video.
Love cooking and never really baked before, started baking and loved it! Now making my own birthday cake 😂🎉
Thank you so much. I’m going to attempt my first fondant cake next week.
We hope it turns out amazing! 🍰 💛
The tutorial is so easy to understand. Thank you so much
Thanks so much dear ,I used to be highly intimidated with this type of cake preferring fresh cream cakes to fondant.
I am about to start an Advance Course and learnt a lot of tips. Thanks
We're so happy to hear that! Than kyou and best of luck!
Thank you so much!!
You won't understand what this video has done for me this last minute.
I love this tutorial. You answer all the questions that have always bothered me about fondant. Thank you.
Tysmmm for this ! It’s eid season and I had to make a cake for my family since we were having a dinner but still not a pro at fondant. Covered all my other questions that Google couldn’t too! Thank you 😊 ❤.
Wow fondant speckle ?? This would help me with my cracks i hate starting over . so glad i found this video thank you!!!!
It makes the cake look so smooth . Idk if I’ve ever even had a cake with it , but I would like to .
Thnx for de good lessons abt fondant it is absolutely awesome ,I ws struggling wth fondant bt will try until I get this perfection 🙏❤️
Great to watch & very helpful wish me luck 🤞
Wow.. You are so sweet❤ How easily you have described the entire process...
Lots of ❤ for you 😘😘😘😘
Great video recipe! Excellent presentation! Thanks for this video! 💕🌐🌟😊
Thanks for watching!💕
It's very straight forward , thank you my sister
Wow. I don't think I'll ever try making this, but this was really interesting
Well, you made that look very easy to do !!! I will definitely give it a go
Great video 👍 and merry Christmas to you
Fantastic - VERY informative and clearly presented
Thanks!
Thankyou so much, the crack fixing technique is so helpful!
this has been extremely helpful, thank you so much!
Really good video! Brilliant. I like you are talking about the mistakes and solutions.
Thank you for making this! I’m making a cake for my sisters birthday and I’ve not made a cake in 6 months, It’s not perfect but I’m really proud I didn’t mess it up! I might of if I didn’t find this tutorial 😅
Wow top draw tutorial ❤ well done!
Thank you! We're glad you found it helpful.
Wonderful video for beginners. Thanks a lot
We're so happy we could help! 😍
So many tips and advices, pretty good video!
Ohhh dear thank u so much I was so afraid that how I'm gonna manage it and lucky u did it and I'm confident now
going to have a go today for the first time on boxing Day 2022 normally I use royal Icing but getting fine enough sugar in spain is difficult and very expensive ( 6 euros per kilo! Fonday 2.99!) as against fondant which seems to be everywhere.... thanks for the tips...
That’s an excelente and easy to follow tutorial, well done! I’ve managed to cover a cake a baked for a friend of mine 😊 very proud of myself 💪🏽 The cake used in the video looks so soft and moist 😋 is there anyway we can reach out for the recipe? 😋😉 Tranks xx
I know Im randomly asking but does any of you know of a way to get back into an Instagram account..?
I stupidly forgot the password. I would love any tips you can offer me
@Travis Zahir instablaster =)
@Jimmy Layne i really appreciate your reply. I found the site on google and I'm trying it out now.
Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
@Jimmy Layne it worked and I actually got access to my account again. Im so happy:D
Thank you so much, you really help me out !
@Travis Zahir happy to help :D
I like how you cut your cakes something I don't know thank so much as I love baking.🎉
Thanks for the lesson I hv learned how to cover a cake with fondant
Love the tutorial! You make it look easy.
You make it look so easy!
Wow this is so nice thanks so much I am going to learn it now 💃💃
Thank you very much for giving very nice tips for beginners like me ☺️☺️☺️☺️
Very detailed explanation, i love it❤️
Thank you for the amazing and detailed explanation ♥️🥰
Nice video. I love eating wilton chocolat e circles i buy at Michael's. I have some wilton bake pans. Have fun and success.
Thanks so much! I'm new to baking and this was so helpful!
Wow !!! You are good Teacher ❤
Preparing myself to make my baby girl’s first birthday cake next month 😍
Can't wait to see how it turns out! 💖
Wow....I feel like trying this out right away, thank you so much
Thank you very much ,now l have full understanding of Fondant application
This is so helpful. She is awesome. Thanks💕
Thanks so much. You're so explicit in your tutorial
This tutorial is awesome and super informative! I can't wait to attempt this myself :D
White chocolate ganache is better because it sets firmer but other than that, pretty good.
Thank u,love the way u so detailed with everything
Wow.. very well explained👍👍
Can we cover the whip cream cake with fondant ?
I enjoyed watching this video.. At the same time I've learned a lot.. Thanks for this.
Thank you for this video I feel much more confident about covering my next cake with fondant!
The fake is a lie.
@@gergogarai3514 wtf are u talking about??
@@kadyshaburgos69 It would have been funnier if you didn't dirty edit your comment.
@@gergogarai3514 what would be funnier is if you would fuck off and off my comment 🖕🏼
that's a great video with great tips! thanks
Hi I just wondered what size tins this video used to get such nice deep layer. Thanks in advance
Hello, those are our 8" round cake pans.
best tutorial ever 😍😍😍
Wow nice video! well detailed, thank you for sharing.
Thanks Kezia for watching!
Thank you this video was super helpful 😊
This was SUPER helpful!! Thank you!!!
This video is absolutely Amazing thank You👏🏻🌟❣️
Extremely helpful 😊
We're so glad you thought so! Thanks for stopping by and happy decorating.
I'm from Liberia thanks for sharing
Yes..thank you so much for ur video..best tutorial video I've ever seen..😍😍😍💕
Thank you, Riza!💕
Thank you for your great work,
Thank you very much for all your elegant tips. Please, how do you keep the cake in the refrigerator? What do you cover it with?
Hi, We do not recommend storing your cake in the fridge after covering it with fondant. You can store it at room temperature. Thanks!
I wish everyone was as nice as you while teaching :,)
If you don't mind me asking you do I need to mist the cake with water if I am using ganache for my my base icing before I apply fondant to the cake
It was too helpfull and now i know fondant cake very well.thanks .bless you to .......
Thank u for this lesson im gonna try it on my birthday 🎂 😁😁
Thanks for the token,pls what did you use for the white covering... butter icing
The best thing to use for fondant covered cakes is a buttercream layer underneath!
Very nice thank you I learn very well xx
We're glad you found it helpful.
Thanks for all the awesome tips 👍🏻..definitely worth 🤗
You make me feel like it is really easy to fondant your cake. Hahahaha should i try it now?
Thank you Wilton
We're so glad you found it helpful!
love everything abt this video😚
Thanks for the video.
But fondant cakes can be stored for how long? Thank you
Fondant can be sorted for up to 2 months in a air tight container or air tight bag
This video is great!!
Wow. I love it. Thank you so much
Thank you for the tips they are so helpful- The smaller cakes are easy but still had issues with many folds to deal with very tall cakes 8-10 inches in height- any advice for these cakes ?
great video! do we just scrap the leftover then?
You can save leftovers for your next project, just wrap in plastic wrap and place in an airtight container or bag for up to 2 months!
@@wilton oh! in the refrigerator or freezer or room temp??
At room temperature! 😊