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Old 07-08-2008, 11:17 PM
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Default Fondant cracking

My fondant develops small cracks and splits when applying to a cake. Can't figure out why. Fondant is made a couple of days in advance. Any advice?
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Old 07-09-2008, 12:44 AM
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i have only worked with store bought fondant from a specialty cake store. the only time i have seen cracking is when somebody has stretched the fondant to fit over a cake. ... what are you using to prevent the fondant from sticking to the rolling pin and counter top? powdered sugar? crisco? cornstarch?
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Old 07-09-2008, 01:39 PM
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what formula are you using? sounds like you are working it to cold and dry.
i like to use marshmallow fondant for smaller cakes and Satinice for the larger cakes.
try using a brush to dust corn starch on your surface before rolling.
(not just broadcasting by hand).
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