5 Fondant Mistakes to Avoid for Cake Decorating Beginners!

[@emmettolson3499]

As an artist who works with all mediums imaginable, I thought I knew what to do with fondant. But everything you said was definitely something I did NOT know. Great advice!!

[@AsiaCoffee]

Glad it was insightful! Thanks for watching!

[@privateminkookboraboravbor9290]

Your voice is very soothing and relaxing. And I love the way you explain everything. I'm glad I've found your videos

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thank you so much!😃

[@Mayen82]

I agree🥰

[@gennibee]

“Unless you want to look like you’ve committed a terrible crime, wear gloves.” 🤣🤣🤣 Very unexpectedly funny. Great tips and video. Thanks!

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching! 😉

[@watermelonqueen1755]

Or you can use shortening over your hand to make a layer on your skin so the colour doesnt absorb lol

[@AsiaCoffee]

I’ve tried that too... Not as effective as wearing gloves! Thanks for sharing and watching 💕

[@ahtamclovin]

Smurfacide 🍄🔪🪓🤣🤣🤣

[@Iammatindel]

😂

[@watchNseeMe]

Thank you for sharing what the "dusting pouch" is! I'm have the huge cake kit and I don't even know what half of the stuff is for!

[@plumflower80]

Thank you so much for creating this video! I hadn't known about any of these no-no's (except gloves). You are really helpful and sound kind! I appreciate this!

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks so much for the kind words Colleen! I’m glad that you learned a few new things from this video. Thanks for watching!

[@janedewet5276]

This is THE best video on fondant for beginners EVER!!!!!! I'm about to decorate a cake with fondant for the very first time and this was soooo helpful thank you!!!

[@AsiaCoffee]

Wow… Thanks for the kind words! I’m glad you found this video helpful. Best of luck on your fondant cake! 💕

[@emilytompkins9351]

This was like thee most helpful video out of all things & you're explinatipm is everything. I give this video a 100/10!

[@ShockedSquirrelhere]

Exactly what I needed!!! Thank you so so much; my daughter wanted to do a special baking project and 😅 sure don’t want to ruin the fondant it ain’t cheap!

[@AsiaCoffee]

I know that’s right!💰Glad I could help… Thanks for watching!

[@jeanfalkner3930]

Just happened on this love watching it I might try baking now

[@keiradupre8192]

This video was super helpful I’m playing on making cakes and opening my own bakery and now I know what do do and what not to do 😊

[@KletoReese]

Loved this video! Exactly what I needed, Thank You!

[@AsiaCoffee]

Fantastic; I’m glad you found it helpful! I have an entire playlist about working with fondant. Please let me know what other questions you have. Thanks for watching!

[@Zingzing8519]

I’m about to make marshmallow fondant for the first time. I really appreciate your little tips!! Giving me more confidence! Thx! :)

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching!

[@kundaigogoma9420]

How was the marshmallow fondant and is it better than icing sugar one

[@HadassahSikani]

This was a great introductory video for a beginner like me who has never handled fondant

[@AsiaCoffee]

I’m glad you enjoyed it; thanks for watching!

[@charliematthews13]

The way to remove food coloring from your hands is to make a paste of baking soda and a bit of water and rub your hands gently together and then wash with soap and water. Really works! Thank you for this excellent video with great tips. 😀

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks watching and for sharing that tip! 💕

[@charliematthews13]

@@AsiaCoffee My pleasure to help. I enjoy your videos very much. Thank you for all your information, tips and creativity 👏.

[@charliematthews13]

❤️

[@GiGiGenerations]

Thank you! This was perfect!

[@dplazz1]

I enjoyed learning how to make two cakes (chocolate and white) in one pan

[@jewelznaturalz4705]

This was extremely helpful to me as I am a beginner. You’re explanation was very helpful. Now I know what to put on my shopping list lol

[@AsiaCoffee]

Glad to help… Thanks for watching! 💕

[@jewelznaturalz4705]

@@AsiaCoffee You’re welcome! I subscribed too! Gotta stay connected to these gems girl!

[@melodyvaldez6398]

I don't have shortening, can I use cooking spray or coconut oil? Also how long does it take to dry and how do I store it? I'm in Middle Tennessee and its summer out but cooler in the house.

[@castorchange9737]

Thank you for the caption!

[@3rooneh]

Amazing tips for beginners thank you

[@CatOwens]

Thank you for sharing the dues and downs of fondant truly appreciate that I did not know about the shortening on your hand big help thank you again

[@AsiaCoffee]

Glad that I could help! Thanks for watching!

[@pamelamanning99]

I find Americolor brand color less hand-staining than Wilton (aside from red!). Also placing a small bowl upside down over fondant while working on smaller pieces of it stops air from flowing over it, stops it from beginning to crust.

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for mentioning Americolor! I used that brand very early on and was impressed by the effectiveness of their reds. Great tip about the bowl as well! 💕

[@CakeMinutes]

Amazing!!! This push me to start my own YT channel and teach the Beginners too on how to make a cake toppers put of fondant without using any expensive tools.

[@AsiaCoffee]

That's fantastic! Best of luck to you on your channel & cakes; lovely work!💕

[@CakeMinutes]

@@AsiaCoffee thank you 🥰

[@Sn00pyGRL]

Thank you so much! I didn’t know about the shortening tip. Very useful xx

[@selinas5244]

Never used fondant but I’m interested now👍❤️

[@AB-gn8oh]

This was such a helpful video. Thank you so much from the UK.

[@JestinaNDah]

Thank you for the knowledge

[@rosieeposieeeee]

This will be soooooo helpful I just found your channel I’m making my sister a unicorn cake with fondant I only used fondant once and I learned my lesson I stopped with fondant because how bad my hands and the fondant was thank you this will be soo helpful

[@AsiaCoffee]

Best of luck on your sister’s unicorn cake! 🦄

[@goseekfindnow]

Making my soon to be 15 year old a birthday cake and going to be using fondant to achieve a “movie” theme. Thanks for the tips!!

[@AsiaCoffee]

That’s super exciting! Thanks for watching and best of luck on your cake!

[@enyacornell543]

Can I use the Tylose powder underneath when I’m going to roll it out? Or does it need to be one of these?

[@AsiaCoffee]

No. When rolling out fondant, you’ll want to dust your surface with corn starch. Powdered sugar can also be used in a pinch. Tylose and CMC are kneaded into fondant to stiffen it for fondant decorations. I would not add it to fondant that’s covering a cake!

[@pocketfox743]

Super helpful thank you - I'm new to fondant and this helped me avoid early mistakes

[@AsiaCoffee]

You’re very welcome…. Thanks for watching! 💕

[@tatianaperez4169]

omg I have a dusting pouch and never knew what it was!! lol thanks

[@AsiaCoffee]

You’re very welcome… Thanks for watching! 💕

[@FemininitywithMommaGail]

Fondant make a cake look so pretty when applied right. Very professional video.

[@AsiaCoffee]

When people are just starting out, they tend to roll it too thick when covering a cake. This isn't a good thing because 1) Fondant is expensive and 2) Most people don't like fondant and they peel it off anyway. Thanks for watching Momma Gail!

[@FemininitywithMommaGail]

@@AsiaCoffee yeah, that is true. I personally don't like the taste of it.

[@auaugoify]

@@AsiaCoffee 00

[@thamaracloud476]

I am from sri lanka. And i am so happy to watch this video again and again. There ara so much tips when making fondant. Thank you so much. In sinhala බුදු සරණයි.

[@MisaAnimatesYoutube]

This is so helpful! I am soon thinking about making a cake with fondent soon

[@AsiaCoffee]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@andrieyandmamamel-b9944]

Hello I'm a newbie here... I like to start making fondant.. And I want to learn more

[@AsiaCoffee]

Welcome to the world of cake decorating! 💕 I always buy fondant, but I’m going to experiment and make my own fondant from scratch soon. Perhaps I’ll record my first try and upload it for you all... 🤔 Thanks for watching!

[@mariamfazal381]

Is there any alternative to shortening

[@AsiaCoffee]

Yes! You can use a little bit of coconut oil. A little goes a long way!

[@kundaigogoma9420]

Hello lovely tips. I use condensed milk frosting in my cakes. Will the fondant adhere to that? Thank you in advance

[@Ferchi.]

Is it best to store it in the freezer or fridge or room temp?

[@AsiaCoffee]

@@Ferchi. Room temp unless you live in a hot/humid climate. In that case you’ll want to store it in a cool refrigerator! Thanks for watching 💕

[@Ferchi.]

@@AsiaCoffee thank you so much ☺️💖

[@Hafsa_Noor]

Thank you so much

[@zounashah671]

This was extremely helpful. Thankyou!!

[@AsiaCoffee]

So glad; thanks for watching!

[@BeachyQueeen]

EXTREMELY informative! Tysm!

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching! 💕

[@susanharper454]

So helpful! Excellent video.

[@nargisbajaj5258]

Very informative.

[@AsiaCoffee]

@@nargisbajaj5258 Thanks for watching!

[@jaspreetkaur1764]

My fondant flowers and any type of toppers melts so quick whats the reason how long can i keep a cake decorated with fondant flowers or other stuff

[@AsiaCoffee]

It sounds like you may live where the climate is hot and humid. I would recommend that you keep your fondant toppers in a cool refrigerator and place onto the cake at the very last minute. If you have fondant decorations on a cake, store it in a cool refrigerator (not a cold refrigerator)!

[@snehapare3223]

This is very helpful😊, I am a absoulte beginner for fondant, I wanna make mermaid cake, can I make mermaid tails and shell using fondant a day before my daugter's bday, how to store pls guide fondant please guide.

[@AsiaCoffee]

I have some videos in a fondant-only playlist that may be helpful: Fondant, Fondant & More Fondant kzbin.info/aero/PLn2FGuV5N8GwAFkXVLSbJH6zN8Sk-M44X. Let me know if you have any other questions!

[@robertoconconi]

Wow nice video and nice explanation.

[@13Mel13]

Thank so helpful I've just made my decorations and sealed them in a container. I want to bake my cake tomorrow and decorate it Friday night can you decorate and put the fondant on a night before the party.?

[@AsiaCoffee]

Yes, you can schedule it out like that. Best of luck on your cake! 💕

[@alexissanchez-mv2yt]

thank you!! this was sooo helpful

[@AnthonyLeighDunstan]

Helpful tips. Thanks.

[@arianneleigh6226]

Where i can put the excess fondant after i close it in a cling wrap? In the fridge or in a room temperature? Thank u so much.. It's a big help for me.. 😘

[@AsiaCoffee]

Room temp if you don’t live in an excessively humid climate! Thanks for watching 💕

[@marugotofromMCGI]

love from MCGI💕 What are those gloves called?

[@AsiaCoffee]

Hi there! The gloves I’m using are Nitrile gloves. I choose these over latex gloves because some people may be allergic to latex. Thanks for watching!

[@satisfying_mousey4524]

What can we use instead of white vegetable shortening? Thanks! Love your video btw!

[@mandyc3412]

Cornstarch

[@CAPEjkg]

Or powdered sugar

[@thamaracloud476]

Your voice is so much pleasent to hear. Can i use butter instead vegetable something😉

[@AsiaCoffee]

Use coconut oil instead, but only a little!

[@nidhichandra511]

Thanks a ton...very helpful

[@curlyvlogs8974]

This was so helpful!

[@jacobrivera3259]

Hi this is a good vid and helped me a lot. but I don't know how to dry fondant topper can you help me?

[@AsiaCoffee]

What does your fondant topper look like? The trick is too make the topper a day in advance, so that it’s not too dry. If you make it too far in advance, you run the risk of it becoming brittle and potentially falling apart when you handle it!

[@jacobrivera3259]

@@AsiaCoffee ok thanks I think I know it now :)

[@AsiaCoffee]

I’m going to make a video about modeling fondant toppers soon! I lot of people are interested in this topic. Thanks for watching! 💕

[@jacobrivera3259]

@@AsiaCoffee thank you so much :)

[@CakesTVonline]

Thank You for this! Love your videos. Can you add the products so we can get the items you use? Thankssss

[@gzion7]

I loved this guide. Just curious, do you ever use gum Tex and if so….when?

[@AsiaCoffee]

I’ve used Gum-Tex in the past, also known as tylose powder. I’ve only used it when I needed the fondant to dry faster and behave more like gumpaste. Great question…. Thanks for watching!

[@gzion7]

@@AsiaCoffee thank you. I’m making a graduation cake and I wasn’t sure if I needed to use it for the cap. I’ve never worked with fondant before.

[@AsiaCoffee]

@@gzion7 Yes, I would definitely use it for the cap. Best of luck on your cake!

[@gzion7]

@@AsiaCoffee thank you. Your tutorial video was so helpful. I’ve watched it several times to make sure I don’t mess it up haha

[@marylazarus4221]

This was very much helpful thank you so much from Sri Lanka

[@AsiaCoffee]

You’re very welcome; glad I could help! 😃

[@eloisacrescencio7872]

DLA fondant which is ready to use but its very smooth that's why i put Tylose powder to make a little bit hard... what is the use of shortening? Im a new baker, just asking

[@nitikajaswal680]

Very helpful.thank you very much

[@AsiaCoffee]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@knoflenka]

What kind of cream is it at the beginning, please? I didn’t understand.

[@TaartjevanTamara]

What a nice video that you have. There can never enough tips for a perfect cake.

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching! 💕

[@GooGoowa]

This video is perfection! Tgank you so much for sharing! I’m glad I’ve stumbled upon your channel! Subbed xo

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching!

[@nihithivaan5804]

Hi sis.. video was very helpful to me.. I have don't worked with foundant cake.. but I'm planning to do prince theme foundant cake on my son birthday.. I wanna knw how to store the cake in the fridge.. on the same day should I bake the cake r previous day should I make it ready.. thank u

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching! I’m glad you found the video helpful. I would bake and ice/frost the cake with ganache (buttercream does not do well in hot climates) the day before. Use white chocolate, if you don’t want typical chocolate. Lightly spray your cake with a small amount of water before covering it with rolled fondant. You can store your finished cake in the fridge BUT 1) make sure you fridge is cool, not super cold. 2) place your cake in a box before placing it in the fridge. Both of these will prevent/greatly reduce sweating/condensation. If your cake sweats, remember not to touch it. The sweat will evaporate!

[@nihithivaan5804]

Asia Coffee Thank u so much sis.. thanks for your response love u.. ❤️

[@aqueousmutivity]

Such a good video!!

[@morganshea2181]

Oh my goodness you are amazing thank you

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching! 💕

[@harlokeane6106]

What can I use instead of shortening?

[@AsiaCoffee]

@@harlokeane6106 A little bit of coconut oil! I show this in my other fondant videos. Thanks for watching!

[@harlokeane6106]

@@AsiaCoffee Thank you!

[@leadlacedinkeater6539]

thanxz for the video. I'm a complete noob at this. My daughter wanted a cake with fondant and when I contacted local Bakers, the lowest price was $200.00 YIKES! So... yay! new skills lol

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching! I have a whole playlist about fondant for beginners on my channel page. Maybe you’ll find some more helpful tips... Best of luck!

[@chelseamcwilliams2171]

Great video! Question: If you are using the fondant the next day to decorate would you store it in the fridge over night or leave it out to be room temperature?

[@AsiaCoffee]

Leave the fondant at room temperature but be sure that it’s wrapped up tight. Thanks for watching!

[@chelseamcwilliams2171]

@@AsiaCoffee Great! thanks so much for the fast reply!

[@Kittyesha9]

Do I refrigerate it after I wrap it ? I won’t use it until a few weeks from now

[@AsiaCoffee]

@Kittyesha9 You can leave fondant at room temperature after it’s wrapped if your climate is NOT hot and humid. Otherwise, you can store it in a cooler. Thanks for watching!

[@LifeWithAlliDaily]

Good tips.... I use fondant rarely.... But I've seen great reviews on The Master Elites from SUGAR ARTS.... Last a long time and you dont have to use as much. 💜 No matter the color.

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks so much for sharing that recommendation! 💕

[@lamirada90638]

I have a fondant stamp that's about two and a half inch round I need the finished product to be at least three-and-a-half in how would I go about enlarging it? Any ideas 😅

[@AsiaCoffee]

That's a tough one..... You could try this: Make sure you knead some shortening into the fondant to make it soft. Next use your stamp to transfer the design. Then, gently stretch the fondant very carefully by hand in all directions once it's stamped. Let me know if it works. Best of luck!

[@lamirada90638]

@@AsiaCoffee thank you so much I will let you

[@lavuchowdary4952]

Hi mam very interesting...but what did apply for the fondant when you open from the cover?am from India

[@AsiaCoffee]

Solid white vegetable shortening, but you can use a little bit of coconut oil as an alternative!

[@lavuchowdary4952]

Thank you so much

[@Prettykitchen1M]

Thanks for all tips dear

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching!

[@libbybarnard86]

So so happy I found your channel, you are so talented and these videos have been very helpful! New subscriber sending love from Texas!!

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks so much; I'm very glad to hear that you're enjoying my videos! 😃

[@richapawanita9908]

Very informative video!! Thanks a lot. I will be working with fondant for the first time in a few days. Can I spread the fondant over my cake and refrigerate it for a day or two?

[@AsiaCoffee]

Yes you can! Thanks for watching! 💕

[@valadams2830]

What is the same as shortening on England 😊

[@AsiaCoffee]

Trex, Flora White or Cookeen! You can also use a little bit of coconut oil if you don’t have shortening handy. Thanks for watching!

[@jeanfalkner3930]

Great video

[@lourdespilargaibaoamell1000]

Amazkng, Thank you

[@nishikasantwani1904]

what was the butter like structure you applied to your hands please tell the name

[@AsiaCoffee]

That was vegetable shortening.

[@missoula2213]

Can I mix two colors of fondant instead of using gel colors?

[@AsiaCoffee]

Yes you can! I do it all the time.

[@adrinemelikyan2041]

I never worked with fondant so I would like to know if I can use vegetables oil instead of shortening to kneed it. Please advise. Thx.

[@AsiaCoffee]

Coconut oil 😉

[@adrinemelikyan2041]

@@AsiaCoffee awesome!!! I always have coconut oil at home. Thank you much!!!

[@kristenjackson6984]

Quick question - do I have to cover my cake with butter cream or would just any store brand tub of frosting be fine? I like the Pillsberry chocolate fudge frosting but I don’t want to use that if it will screw up my fondant.

[@AsiaCoffee]

*The key here is to use a crusting buttercream that will harden when you crumb coat and refrigerate the cake.* I would NOT recommend using store-bought icings like Pillsbury, Duncan Hines, Betty Crocker etc. I would make a chocolate buttercream (using real butter) from scratch and ice the cake with it instead. Making milk chocolate ganache is super easy and would make an even better foundation for your fondant. Thanks for watching!

[@Juvie99]

Thanks for the tips. What should you do after rolling to remove the 'whiteness' on your fondant from a result of the cornstarch?

[@AsiaCoffee]

Gently remove as much as you can with a pastry brush. If more cornstarch residue removes, remove it with a little little it of steam. Too much steam will make your fondant very shiny. Thanks for watching!

[@Juvie99]

@@AsiaCoffee wow thanks for the reply. Much appreciated 😊😊

[@pattibuccheri8645]

I don't recommend using 10X sugar to roll your fondant. It removes the moisture from your fondant, causing tears and/or elephant skin. The same for cornstarch, although I find it more forgiving than 10X. Use sparingly! A silicone mat is the best bet, with nothing on it...except fondant of course!

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for sharing your recommendation! It’s good to have options in case others don’t have access to cornstarch, powdered sugar or a silicone mat.

[@theamazingkunyang7376]

Thanks for sharing this video it was so helful

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching!

[@nyonga1486]

Do i need to store the fondant in refrigerator or freezer? 😊

[@rohanambetkar7316]

Nice basic knowledge . Hi i want to ask how many hours before fondant work must done . Where, how to keep fondant work to become a perfect dry .

[@AsiaCoffee]

I usually cover my cake in fondant the day before it’s due. If there are a lot of decorations, I may cover my cake two days before and add the decorations the day before it’s due. If you’re making fondant toppers, don’t make them any more than 3 days in advance. They may dry out too much and crack/crumble by the time you’re ready to place onto your cake. 👍🏽

[@rohanambetkar7316]

@@AsiaCoffee once fondant topper is ready do we need to keep in air tight container ?

[@AsiaCoffee]

Any kind of container would work! It doesn’t need to be airtight. Best of luck on your fondant cake!

[@rohanambetkar7316]

@@AsiaCoffee thanks a lot .

[@dayanachoudhury416]

Hi, thank you for this amazing video. Very helpful. I have a question. I am new to baking and i have started making Marshmallow fondant. I feel it dries out very quickly when i try to decorate. I am planning to use same fondant to cover a cake. How do i keep the fondant soft so it doesn't dry quickly.

[@AsiaCoffee]

I’ve never made marshmallow fondant, but I plan to make a video about it soon! I imagine your fondant behaves a lot like store-bought fondant, so I will offer the following tips: 1. Make sure that your fondant is covered in plastic wrap when you’re not working with it. 2. If your fondant seems especially dry, try spritzing it with a very small amount of water, then knead the fondant. Best of luck on your cake and thanks for watching!

[@afshanakbar806]

Excellent video

[@jonellehonore7447]

I actually don't dust my surface anymore. I find that just rubbing shortening on the area that I want to roll out the fondant works much better for me. Not sure if the climate I live in has alot to do with it..

[@AsiaCoffee]

That's interesting! Where are you? I know many watching my videos are in the tropics and places where it tends to be warmer and more humid.

[@alisonbakes6351]

Great video!! When I use fondant on sugar cookies how long does it stay edible for? Since it dries out pretty fast and hardens. Are they supposed to stay sealed?

[@AsiaCoffee]

Yes, just them sealed. You don’t want the fondant to dry out completely! I would say they’ll be good for about 4-5 days as long as they stay sealed; maybe a couple days longer depending on the climate where you live.

[@tanujadurve7663]

I have watched this video just in time !

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching!

[@sarahmartin2357]

Do you have any advise on how much fondant is needed for various cakes? I am a beginner and seeing that it is sold in 5 to 20 pound bricks makes the smaller sizes seem inadequate.

[@AsiaCoffee]

A 5-lb block of fondant will go a long way if you’re working on a cake that’s 10” round or smaller! It really takes practicing with fondant to know approximately how much you need for each cake. For a beginner, I recommend you start with the smallest quantity you can find. Thanks for watching! 💕

[@eddyfancy9706]

Please other substitute can we use to rub on the hands if we don't have vegetable shortening?

[@AsiaCoffee]

A little bit of coconut oil is a good substitute!

[@eddyfancy9706]

Oh wow! Thank you so much.

[@chadlupfer8328]

Thank you so much!!! So helpful!

[@AsiaCoffee]

Thanks for watching!

[@Mamashomemadebakery_1994]

Can we use margarine in replacement of shortening

[@AsiaCoffee]

No, but you can use real butter instead. Thanks for watching!

[@henaannoommen973]

Is there a substitute for shortening and can we refrigerate the cake before delivery?

[@AsiaCoffee]

Coconut oil & yes (cool refrigerator; not cold refrigerator). Best of luck!