Description
Elevate your Christmas cake with this easy, restaurant-quality Christmas Cake Topper. Crafted from fondant and gum paste, this intricate decoration features delicate snowflakes, shimmering gold accents, and a dusting of powdered sugar for a truly merry finishing touch.
Ingredients
– 1 cup fondant
– 1/2 cup gum paste
– Food coloring (white, gold, and/or silver)
– Edible glitter
– Powdered sugar
Instructions
1. 1. Roll out the fondant to 1/4-inch thickness on a lightly dusted surface.
2. 2. Use cookie cutters or a sharp knife to cut out various snowflake shapes from the fondant.
3. 3. Knead a small amount of gum paste and mix in a few drops of food coloring to create the desired shades of white, gold, and/or silver.
4. 4. Roll out the colored gum paste and use it to add details and accents to the fondant snowflakes.
5. 5. Carefully transfer the decorated snowflakes to the top of your Christmas cake, arranging them in a visually appealing pattern.
6. 6. Sprinkle the entire topper with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
Notes
For a more dramatic effect, consider adding a touch of edible glitter to the snowflakes. This topper can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container until ready to use.
- Prep Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American