Cake Decorating

Fondant sticking

I have tried to make camouflage fondant icing to cover a cake today but it kept sticking to the mat I was rolling it on and I had plenty of icing sugar under it. Any ideas why this happened and what I need to do to stop it next time? Thanks

Kim

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Depending upon where you are in the world, it could have been caused by humidity. A lot of color added to fondant can also make it sticky, if it has not set up for a few hours or overnight.

I prefer to lightly grease my rolling surface with shortening (Crisco, Trex), then wipe off any excess with a paper towel. This works particularly well if you are using a silicon mat which can be picked up to position the fondant on the cake.

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When working with fondant, one common issue is that it tends to stick to surfaces, tools, or hands, making it difficult to achieve a smooth finish. To prevent this, ensure that your work area is dusted with a light layer of powdered sugar or cornstarch. Avoid using too much, as this can dry out the fondant and cause cracking. Additionally, knead the fondant well before rolling it out, as this helps improve its elasticity Toyota Revo rental . If fondant continues to stick, try lightly greasing your hands and tools with shortening, which can help smooth out any rough spots while keeping the fondant pliable.



 It might be sticking due to humidity; try using cornstarch instead of icing sugar and ensure your workspace is dry.