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Fondant Icing

Fondant Icing

Cost $5, save $10

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  • 5 Min
  • 16 Servings
  • $5

INGREDIENTS

  • Gelatin mixture

    • 1 (.25 ounce) package unflavored gelatin
    • 💧 ¼ cup cold water

  • Syrup and glycerin mixture

    • ½ cup glucose syrup
    • 1 tablespoon glycerin

  • Flavoring and shortening

    • 2 tablespoons shortening
    • 🌿 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Sugar base

    • 🍬 8 cups sifted confectioners' sugar

STEPS

1

Combine gelatin and cold water; let stand until thick. Place gelatin mixture in top of double boiler and heat until dissolved.

2

Add glucose and glycerin; mix well. Stir in shortening and just before completely melted, remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Cool mixture until lukewarm.

3

Place 4 cups confectioners' sugar in a large bowl. Make a well in the center, stir in lukewarm gelatin mixture, and gradually mix in remaining sugar. Knead until smooth and not sticky.

4

Store fondant in an airtight container in the fridge or use immediately. Before use, bring to room temperature and knead again until pliable.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

293

Calories

  • 0
    Protein
  • 70
    Carbs
  • 2
    Fats

💡 Ensure the gelatin dissolves completely to avoid lumps.If the fondant becomes stiff during storage, add a few drops of water and knead well.Dust your work surface with confectioners' sugar to stop sticking during rolling.