Masterclass: How to Cover a Cake with Sugarpaste/Fondant | Cupcake Jemma

Want to learn how to cover your layer cakes with sugarpaste and get perfect, professional looking finishes? My mate Sally (Head of the Crumbs & Doilies kitchen) is here to show you her tips and tricks to ensure you get it right every time!
What you'll need:
4 layers of sponge (we used Madeira cake)
Buttercream & Jam
Sugarpaste/Fondant
White chocolate ganache (check back next week for recipe!)
Palette knives (big straight and small off-set)
Piping bags with large round nozzle
Cake scraper
Cake board/drum
Books!
non-stick rolling pin
Non-stick board
Corn flour
Mini palette knife/small sharp knife
Turntable
Cake smoothers ( one straight an one right angled)
A pin!
Scalpel
Ribbon
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[@christiegurganus254]

this is still the best cake tutorial out there regarding fondant.

[@valharris95]

Sally used to be soo cute and shy in front of the camera!! Now she's a complete star!!!!

[@achul]

Yes.. I also see that now Sally is more confident and shows her happy go lucky personality... 😁😁😁

[@Sortaboring]

Who wants more of Sally? Cause I know I do🙋

[@glowdawn1976]

YAAAAAAAAAS

[@justincarlos7404]

Me! She's an amazing cake decorator!

[@mfc3553]

✋ I like her,she seems very humble.

[@dixieparker7710]

Sortaboring Yes x

[@jojogalorport5130]

🙋me too! i like her, shes cool!👍👍

[@katevines721]

I love how you’re all so generous with your talent and knowledge ... thank you for helping us ‘newbies’ out xx

[@angiegarten9722]

This video is by far the most best explained tutorial in covering a cake!!! Well done girls! Keep up your excellent work!! 😍👌🏼

[@crazycatlady19691]

I actually prefer the one by wiltons.

[@frenchyontravel]

Respect ❤️❤️ it’s a very physical practice!!! And that girl can do a perfect circle from scratch??? 😳😳😳😳

[@playwerk]

You can totally tell that they really know, what they are talking about!

[@np4197]

The sprinkles behind them !!! I want them all

[@joyceannlin]

Crumb coat and chill. :)

[@damitabakker9392]

😂 (how to cake it??)

[@theannoyingphoniex3015]

😂😂😂

[@angiekoles]

Yas 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@jordannelson4898]

+Joyce Lin #HowToCakeIt!!!! XD

[@Asummersdaydreamer14]

+Joyce Lin Are you a fan of *How to Cake It* by chance? :) *cough* Sir Squeeze-a-lot *cough*

[@anannyasriram5052]

Hands down the best tutorial for covering cakes with fondant. Most tutorials just tell you to pick up the fondant, cover the cake and smooth it down. I appreciate Jemma and Sally for giving us information about even the tiniest detail.

[@mbcm23]

Hey Jemma, can you make a masterclass video describing differences between gumpaste/sugar paste and fondant. And recipes for them?

[@jageenperson]

Omg Sally is such a sweetheart!!

[@koalanoodle689]

not to be rude... but.... its a bit weird saying shes a sweetheart.... exspecially if ur a boy

[@kroooo2394]

Okay, this is AMAZING. That fondant-covered cake board-tip is gold. Thank you!

[@sja1330]

Thank you so much for this video. I finally made a wedding cake a couple of weeks ago that I was asked to make three years ago. I watched this video several times in preparation and took your advice of using madeira cake for the base. The tips on covering a cake in fondant icing really helped me to get a professional finish with no creases. The brides were very happy with their cake. So huge thank you Gemma and Sally. xx

[@Stephen_Lafferty]

...and after finding Dane's first appearance making macrons with Gemma, I've found Sally's first episode! It's great to see just how much that Sally has grown in confidence in front of the camera, too!

[@cgkty5315]

Seems like Sally would be a great friend

[@jojogalorport5130]

l like the way she smiles, she seems so down to earth and very willing to impart her knowledge!👍👍👍

[@AmandaKriti]

i never thought this would require so much work

[@dunnolol7630]

ikr i thought you just put the fondant on and smoothed it out!

[@devilswithsugar]

+dunno lol well that is basically what they did just with a million steps😂

[@dunnolol7630]

+beinglauren i know😂but i thought it would only take like 5 minutes max aha

[@angelica8000]

Looks so easy but when I tried to do a few years ago was a fucking nightmare!

[@leexinrui1622]

I did small 5inch cake from scratch and it took me 3hours to finish the whole process of baking cake, making buttercream, crumb coating etc... They made it seems so easy. Worst part is, washing everything up 🌚

[@DadadadaMusic]

This was a really satisfying video to watch with ocd hahahah😂

[@sara_k527]

So true, the end result is so perfectly crafted and they did everything so neat.. I think c&d hires people with ocd haha..

[@karenelliottxx]

DadadadaMusic hahahah!

[@kirsty4martin]

My ocd isnt triggered by this sort of stuff or something out of place. Luckily it wouldnt bug me to the point of self harm or thinking i was gona die.

[@freda7922]

That was beautiful thank you I am a proud grandma I love baking and I learned so much also I remember many years ago I made a cake for my sisters wedding so you can see how much I love baking and also cooking I always send a blessing to everyone God bless you all and stay safe I will see you more on your video show bye-bye for now

[@chloessims]

could you do a video on how you set up your own cake business? how you started etc

[@S.B90x]

Yesss! Tips would be amazing!

[@metesnow6214]

+1

[@AnnaRhecca]

How to costing. (Home bakeshop)

[@CakeCakeCake]

@CupcakeJemma, I would love this too. I've already started my business but I'm kinda just stumbling through the business side of things.

[@muskbakeshindi]

+1

[@LovetheLoveliness]

the end result is made me think 'wow, that is what perfection looks like!'

[@barbarasuere18]

Awesome

[@Gamerboy-ce1xd]

Sally is doing all the work

[@macaoron]

Drink every time Jemma says "it can actually get better believe it or not" 😂😂

[@CupcakeJemma]

+Maxwell Fong SMH :D

[@laurielane4740]

LOL

[@jorjathompson6847]

I’m drunk hahahaha

[@CookiezNCreamz]

@Baking with SophiaThis is a bit late but it means: Shaking My Head or So Much Hate

[@kirsty4martin]

Lol or when the word 'super' is said. I watched another video with a bloke in it cooking and he said super so much. If u had a shot eachtime he said that u be dead 😂

[@lotfibouhedjeur]

These girls are such a vibe. Excellent demonstration.

[@ornaodonovan5573]

Thanks so much Sally and Gemma! I'm making my sisters wedding cake in September and you have given me the confidence to start practicing! The tips are amazing! X

[@daniellesalman890]

Yes definitely the clearest tutorial. I can see where I need to improve now and the little mistakes I may have missed on my first attempt. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you 😍

[@tayuu3215]

Sally you're good! I need years making my hands so gentle and tricky. cant wait for next week Jemma!

[@nikkigrant6988]

Sally, absolutely fab tutorial. clear concise and I love to watch you work. effortless. and a voice on U tube that doesnt annoy the hell outta you. brilliant. thanks. love this channel its my go to for cooking.

[@mantra4ia]

The cake smoother reminds me of dry-walling, but tastier.

[@Soluciones_Publicitarias]

its so much fun to work with sugar paste. I personally love it and there are several nice tips on this video. thank you jemma :)

[@karenelliottxx]

These are the most excellent cake tips I have ever seen! Thank you so much for the insider tips! Xx

[@airarosedalida6971]

I would like to thank you guys for this wonderful tutorial . I am not a pro i am just passionate in cake design. I have been looking for tutorials every now and then for almost 2 years now and it still didn't help me to have sharp edges on my cake and i've watch really different kinds of tutorials and methods. So finally couple of weeks ago I asked my husband if i could follow a course but then days later i saw your video and i gave it a try today and finally i did. THANK U VERYYYYY MUCH . I have save 145€ hehehehe for the course. U two are my angels.

[@noavdn4922]

Hey Jemma ! I made your vanilla cupcakes today and they are sooo yummy and fluffy ! Thanks for the best cupcake recipe eveeeer !!! ps I love your channel and you deserve more subscribers !!!

[@louiscalata]

This is helpful. So much more tips than what i got in culinary school. And perfectly timed as i'm about to make a 2 layer fondant cake next week.

[@cheyennebarton]

This was so satisfying to watch, holy cow. And Sally is a cutie, and a total delight! Crumbs and Doilies seems like such a lovely place to work. Everyone is so talented and so sweet.

[@irinaismail6386]

Covering a cake with fondant has always seen like a nightmare. I've watched this video so many times since they posted it but today I finally had the courage to do it and HOLY. IT. WORKS!!! I've got few indentations at the bottom but that's my least worry because the crisp edge is just phenomenal for a first timer :D Thank you Sally and Jemma!

[@emmasgoodies]

This was a great tutorial!!

[@imanazam3997]

i love your videos wow

[@liveandletlive7152]

Emma!😘😘😘😘

[@Crazyrush22]

Emma during this time, I make lots of food from your recipes!!! Thanks!

[@gloriaampaire832]

Emma😊

[@lizey5519]

EMMMAAAA

[@justkat.]

She’s so pretty and talented! I’m so going to try to decorate a cake using sugar paste applying her techniques 💖 great job!

[@blueberrys7165]

💝💝💝💝

[@xolio1993]

Sally or Jemma?

[@carlahenkel5567]

Super super talented Sally! You make it look effortless....

[@Pedro--cn1pw]

Of all the cooking channels i've seen on KZbin yours is the more organized and well made. Is perfect & my it's favorite of all.

[@garydaniels5662]

Thank You Both, great video, found your tips really helpful.

[@hannahbegum7585]

That looks soooo good

[@hannahbegum7585]

💨🎂🍰🍰

[@hannahbegum7585]

👌👌👌

[@leila_rshdn]

I'm so happy I watched this video! I didn't know making a cake with fondant needed so many details and tricks. Thanks for the video! I also love the pair!

[@Taddyjorge]

Jemma and Sally: fabulous tutorial. By far the best tutorial for sugarpaste application and finishes I've seen.

[@BakingWithElliott]

I really dislike sugarpaste and even though I have worked with it for the past 3 years, I still dislike it. These tips are super helpful, thanks for sharing guys!

[@meee9889]

Zoella brought me here, subbed xxx

[@alexk8457]

This is the best tutorial regarding covering a cake with sugar paste I have seen to date. Explained everything. Thank you so much. Alex.

[@ma.jeremycajipe267]

Super duper tons of helpful tips in just one video. Love it!! 😍 thank you so so much 👍

[@mackenziez9597]

The most British thing to say: It's not a cake without jam

[@brittneygoulding9368]

Can you share the recipe for the cake she used in this video?

[@karennetherland2327]

Beautiful work Sally! Thank you so much for all your tips. Not so afraid to try it now.

[@Girly_z]

The best thing about this video is how much u incourage the watchers. You ladies are amazing!

[@nikkiyankee1791]

As my piano teacher always said: Practice does not make perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect.

[@AardbijVsAardappel]

Nikki Yankee im a piano teacher, and I tell my students exactly that. Plus my name is also Nikki xD

[@koalanoodle689]

im also a piano student! my teacher tells me that too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! im called Ava Titchener... obviously bc it says!

[@hugoflores8090]

And then he/she spanked you

[@demisethequeen]

i've never used that much cling wrap. my mom would kill me if i used that much. yas asian moms lol

[@denagustafson6070]

This is the most amazing cake demonstration ever! I aspire to be half as skilled at decorating one day! Thanks so much for the video.

[@graceh303]

Really useful information. Well done to Sally. Hope to see more of the masterclass

[@SuperficialGloworm]

So Sally's adorable...

[@TC-pz6zq]

Right?? 🙂

[@jewelrygrace4105]

this video is so satisfying damn btw zoe brought me here subbed!

[@ifahadmunir]

I love jemma so much, its unreal! Such an angel. Bless her heart x

[@heigltina34]

OMG - i love it!!!!! This is just great and i cannot believe that i just found your video now - surely i need to go through ALL of your masterclass videos....!!! This is gonna help me so much on finishing the wedding cake today!!!! Especially the hint for how to cover the board - amazing! I absolutely love it!

[@Sweety15267]

isn't Sally the nicest person ever :)

[@koalanoodle689]

she isnt the nicest person ever... but i get wut u mean! but theres nicer ppl out there so thats why i disliked! im srry if sally sees this and is offended... but we dont even know her!.... but im sure shes rlly nice but not nicest person ever... im a fan of sally

[@flamflam6652]

Fondant looks amazing, but tastes like lipstick.

[@emc8316]

You eat lipstick?

[@emc8316]

***** Ah, I don't really wear make up. I just occasionally wear some eye liner :)

[@LadyBlueRR]

Flam Flam .....especially store bought fondant.... try making your own....and adding flavors.... basic one is a marshmallow fondant we use for kids cakes 😀

[@rtubleiii]

Lady Blue m T

[@sabrinaveksler9795]

It's easy to make your own, actually. Some mini marshmallows and a small bit of water, microwave in 30 second increments until it gets puffy, stir in a bunch of sifted powdered sugar, then once formed, knead with your hands until it's the right consistency for your needs.

[@honeybakes5871]

Best fondant tutorial i have ever seen. 👍

[@debrahenderson4628]

I have been decorating cakes for a while now, but today I tried your method and used the white ganache recipe. all I can say is WOW!!! I am so happy I did. I will never put fondant on a cake any other way. thank you for saving my cake decorating life!!

[@pollywonka460]

Hello! when you say you leave the cake overnight or for three hours, do you leave it room temperature or in the fridge? Since there's buttercream in it I reckon you need to chill it but you didn't say so I prefer to ask

[@dallinmoravec940]

i would also like to know this

[@dallinmoravec940]

@CupcakeJemma

[@JM-ri7xx]

I would like to know as well!! Did you by any chance find out from other sources?

[@ainsleighbates1344]

Fridge

[@Justice2Hearts]

I don't know u and I'm not a supporter of tattoos (religiously) but the fact that you bake and have a bunch of tattoos looks super freaking cool like it's so bad ass and kinda gap-moe? Idk it's really cool

[@venus-ry7dj]

this is the best tutorial I've watch. thank you for all of the wonderful tips.

[@preciousviina]

but does white chocolate ganache taste better than buttercream ?

[@dallinmoravec940]

depends on your preference, they are completely separate things, one is frosting made with butter and sugar and one is just chocolate lol so just whatever you like, some people use ganache because they think it is more sturdy or they can get sharper edges, but both can be used in the same way

[@acestrella93]

Personally for sugar paste cake I preferred white chocolate ganache because improves also the taste, because most of the people doesn't like how the sugar paste tastes, and with the sugar of the buttercream and the sugar paste is just too sweet, so If you add de ganache you can enjoy better the whole cake not just the inside part :D well that's my opinion and my costumers :)

[@jordanl2317]

Although it's really friendly, I have the feeling that Sally is slightly intimidated by her boss. Probably just not used to the front of the camera. Great video though :)

[@maidahsohail5547]

Jordan L yeah she is in this video but now 2020 she’s amazinggggg

[@kriistyyanne]

This is a classic version of ‘But wait! There’s more’... haha Great video ladies

[@shirley0151]

Wow!! Those edges are flawless ! 😍

[@lolipopstick1957]

Your face Jemma! Your face very look like Pam MBO of thailand!

[@bestekaraca2450]

16:41 ı use that tool for cutting paper xDxD

[@dbreardon]

Wow, this video was awesome! There was tons of good detailed information

[@bananamurples3507]

This is THE BEST fondant cake video! also love Sally

[@TheDiadays]

Did I just see a tub of Strawberry flavored Stik-O sitting on the upper right side of the cabinet?? Those are made here in th Ph!

[@SmurfetteLover24]

Word I was waiting for someone to say it

[@TheDiadays]

;)

[@lynkimaberin5956]

Geneva Mae Diaday Omg I just noticed it! Now I have to know who eats them 😂

[@lynkimaberin5956]

I just went to Crumbs & Doilies website, and I think they use the strawberry Stik-O on the Strawberry Milkshake cake! Omg 💗

[@brenda2220]

She should let her talk

[@JV-bc8um]

brenda diaz dude I was thinking that too like her do the explaining and stuff

[@barbiesins5608]

So awsome to see a cooking video with chefs with personality thanks xx

[@trellises]

I love how they keep perfecting a frikkin perfect cake! ❤️

[@abigailabud2831]

Honestly the only thing i could think while watching this was how much paper gets wasted? They could easily reuse it!

[@oonaghfoley1070]

paper?

[@rossmail5924]

I agree! re-use the paper if it's just been used short-term between cooked layers.

[@abigailabud2831]

Yes, that's exactly my point!! :)

[@LadyBlueRR]

Not true.. here in America Fondant can be used on just about any cake

[@CupcakeJemma]

+Kcnya Of course you can put fondant on any cake! What we're saying is that for the best results, and to minimise cracking, sinking, bulging, etc, you should choose a cake which is a bit firmer, as the softer sponge cakes, carrot cake, for example, are more likely to do all of the above.

[@LadyBlueRR]

+CupcakeJemma so true but knowing the right application and how think or thin to make fondant helps.... some folks have theie tricks to keep from cracking etc.

[@LadyBlueRR]

+CupcakeJemma oops *thick

[@LadyBlueRR]

+CupcakeJemma by the way....absolutely love you guys!!!!

[@preeyaa48]

+CupcakeJemma how to make fondant? I once tried but it turned out so hard after kneading it and started cracking after putting it on the cake.

[@kimmy7785]

This was very satisfying to watch! Loved every bit! x

[@DeAnnsUTube]

These techniques are super helpful! Thank you! Love the trick for the board!

[@aCastillO08]

Thats why theyre expensive ..

[@evereid23]

PROTIP

[@dunnolol7630]

MIKEY MY KITTEN HELLO

[@brianaaaaaa]

HEY FAM

[@dunnolol7630]

CAN WE TALK ABOUT LUKE ON THEIR SC STORY HES SO CUTE

[@brianaaaaaa]

+dunno lol IKR 😍

[@dunnolol7630]

+Michael Clifford IM ONLY A SMOL BEAN BUT I SWEAR IM INLOVE WITH THEM

[@veronicamarquez1104]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I just took a fondant class and was told it wasn't possible to get those very sharp edges. Now I can see it's very doable :) . Thx you both!

[@irenebanson3097]

Love it. What a great teacher. Love u Sally!!!

[@sofiarodriguez6768]

The lady on the left is constantly walking over Sally. Not in a mean way but when you've done interviews or improv you will understand what I mean. She's a good interviewer i think she just needs better timing also Sally is more on the quiet side which is probably why the lady doesn't notice she's doing so. Wonderful video and wonderful girls

[@lynkimaberin5956]

Sofia Rodriguez well, she's the owner of the shop. She knows everything that's going on so she talks a lot. She just needs someone to demonstrate it.

[@inuyasha88]

Sofia Rodriguez k

[@shoukifong]

Cause this is jemma (left)'s channel jist in case you don't know

[@helstan]

Its her channel

[@vanillalooks3145]

Personally I enjoy marzipan, never liked the taste of fondant.

[@lilianashannonchan2577]

all these cakes looks good and professionally made!

[@princesschampagne8837]

I loved the final results!

[@pavithrasivalingam4734]

I thought u were rude to the girl making the cake.. You kept saying it can be done better...it was very annoying.. I thought she did fantastically.. U might be an expert but encouraging others to cook will what will make you some one worth remembering.. Or people will remember ur cakes and not u

[@singing4life66]

Jemma only said those things so that she could transition into the next tip which was elevating/designing the cake even more. As you will notice, when they were finally done with every step of the cake, she never said it could be done better.

[@missb306]

Pavithra Sivalingam q

[@shoukifong]

😅 she never say she can do it better, she just said it can be better....by forming shape edge, covering the board and a ribbon......

[@louaskew1910]

This is so brilliant!! ❤️ Thank you soo much for sharing your skills and tips - Can't wait to practice 👍🏻😊👍🏻

[@susanricart7844]

Very professional. Great video-best I've seen!

[@hakunamatata3935]

Want more videos of Sally please! She explains things well ❤️❤️

[@melissagoatley8941]

i dont know what im for fascinated by,,,,,your recipes or your very organized baking pantry.....

[@crystalzone20]

That was really the tip of the day on how to cover a board, which I used to do in a complicated way. Thank you🌹

[@nikitahinds4457]

I love watching your tutorials

[@lucy-in-the-sky9292]

This was so satisfying to watch

[@denzel11234567890]

I remember seeing her make cakes on your non-recipe videos! Glad to see her stick around :)