Now that we have covered baking the perfect cake, frosting and piping basics, as well as the basic recipes for frosting cakes, it’s time to add a little pizzazz to our cakes. Fondant is one of the ...

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In this video, I walk you through my process for creating adorable fondant pumpkins—perfect for decorating cakes, cupcakes, or autumn-themed treats. I shape, mark, and add all the pumpkin details, ...

Put the marshmallows in a microwave-safe glass bowl along with two tablespoons of water. Microwave in 30-second intervals, and mix in between heating until marshmallows melt completely. Sift the ...

You have some experience baking for your family or for a neighborhood baker. You have taken classes in cake decorations. You are a fan of the Discovery Channel show, Cake Boss, which chronicles the ...

Fondant and frosting each bring unique strengths to cake decorating, but mastering them takes practice. From prepping pliable fondant to stabilizing silky buttercream, small techniques make a big ...

Fondant has faded (but it may be coming back). Buttercream is boss. Drips are de rigueur. Geometrics are gigantic. Fresh flowers are fashionable. And smaller is big. These are just some of the trends ...

Last week we learned the basics with fondant and how to create shapes and designs. This week we are taking our fondant skills to the next level by covering a cake with it. Don’t just stop decorating ...