How to Cover a Round Cake with Fondant | Wilton

[@funandlala]

Thanks so much Tracy. Here are some time stamps. 0:25 Make sure your cake is leveled and filled evenly. 1:00 Lightly ice the cake with buttercream 1:17 Knead the fondant till it's pliable and use shortening to keep it from sticking to your hands. Now is the best time to add color. 1:35 Use fresh fondant. If elephant skin occurs, it can be fixed by rubbing shortening. 1:44 How to measure your cake for fondant 2:05 To prevent sticking when rolling the fondant, dust it with some corn starch or powdered sugar. Corn starch for humid areas and powered sugar for dry areas. 2:18 If the fondant is having a hard time rolling, add a thin layer of shortening to your work surface. Make sure your surface is clean. Fondant picks up debris easily. 2:36 If you have a circle cake, keep you shape circular, if it's a square, roll to square shape. 2:49 Shes using the 16 inch diameter guide on her Wilton map. If you don't have one you can you a ruler or cut a piece of ribbon 3:03 Shes rolling ⅛ inch thickness. We can use guide rings but the chart will help us if using the correct amount of fondant. 3:13 Roll from the center outwards never completely over the edge. Doing that makes the edges thinner than the middle. Roll in every direction to keep that circle and keep lifting your fondant every once in a while to prevent if from sticking. Notice she keeps using her hands to see if the fondant is even and has any uneven spots that will need rolling while keeping the shape. If at any time it gets misshapen, try to round the edges back to the circle. 3:38 If you get any air bubbles, pop them from the side using a pin. It's best to deal with air bubbles now than when it's on the cake. 3:48 Even though you only need a 16 inch piece of fondant, dont be tempted to roll a bigger piece. Definitely dont do this. The fondant will stretch when you drape it and the excess fondant will add weight which may cause it to tear. 4:04 You must place fondant on your cake while its still fresh and pliable because when it becomes dry it will be harder to smooth. 4:13 Check on your cake before adding the fondant. If the buttercream is dry, spritz it with some water for moisture as the fondant will need a sticky surface to adhere to. 4:20 APPLYING FONTANT. *HAVE THE CAKE CLOSE TO YOU AND READY TO GO* place the roller in the middle of the fondant and gently guide it over. Fold one side over and pick it up from both ends. 4:31 Start away from yourself. Center the bottom edge of the fondant to the cake, touch the edge of the cake board and make sure you have it centered. Gently roll the fondant roller out to guide the fondant as it drapes over the rest of the cake. 4:43 You might find that the fondant is not fully covering the bottom edges of the cake but dont worry, as you smooth, the fondant will stretch out a bit and cover the edges fully. 4:53 If you realize it isn't centered, before you adhere the fondant you should be able to gently remove it and recenter. 5:00 If you cannot safely remove the fondant without damaging the cake, just re ice the cake and refrigerate until it's firm. 5:07 if you have excess buttercream into thefondant, just knead the buttercream into the fondant and re roll. 5:12 To smooth the fondant, use a combination of you hands and a fondant smoother. First use the fondant smoother on top of the cake to smooth and adhere the fondant. 5:20 Pull and very gently stretch the fondant away from the cake and using the edge of your hand to get rid of any creases. 5:30 If you find the sides of your fondant are not sticking to the cake, dip you hand in some water and rub in under the fondant to help adhere. Then, gently press the cake with a dry hand. 5:43 Once you get to the last section, loosen on either side, pull it but more and move the draping to the bottom. You want to move the creases to the lower end of the cake. 5:53 Cut of the excess as you work. Use the smoother on the top and the side once more making sure the fondant is sticking. 6:00 Then press the fondant towards the cake board to get a perfect edge. 6:05 Once the cake is completely covered you can place It on a smaller cake pan so it's elevated and you can cut off the excess HELPING ERRORS 6:20 To hide a seam or where two pieces of fondant were attached together, gently press and rub the two areas. 6:28 To heal fondant cracks or tears, you could always try fondant spackle. Create a thin pipable paste by adding water to fondant to fill in the cracks. Take a spatula and lightly smooth. Shine will disappear when the water evaporates. 6:46 What's the correct temperature to store a fondant cake? Room temperature for 2-3 days before the event however she prefers to refrigerate once she has the fondant on so that the butter cream or any fillings that need to be refrigerated needs to stay cold. 7:03 Dont touch a sweaty cake, the condensation will reabsorb into the cake once it's been at room temp for a while. Thanks so much for teaching us.

[@wilton]

Thanks so much for sharing!

[@funandlala]

@@wilton I thank you for teaching this lesson also ♡ I love Wilton ♡

[@wilton]

We're so happy it was helpful to you. Thank you for being such a great fan! 💛

[@sarahmhlongo6729]

So detailed

[@maggieeastburn]

somehow i did my fondant perfectly on my first fondant cake when i started in cake making, but struggled after. i am improving now! and this video is extremely useful

[@maggieeastburn]

@Stacey Cox exactly ahah! watched some cake compilations and called it a day and somehow it turned out fine. i just recently made a cake with fondant and it was a success though! so maybe this video helped a little

[@DanielBarnes]

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@@DanielBarnes your mom

[@sarahmhlongo6729]

I find this video so helpful. I managed to remember what i learnt from school a year ago, you actually helped I wanna do a fondant cake with confidence now. Thank you

[@bradhouston4734]

Thanks!! Aussie dad, trying to learn this at 12:30 at night, for Birthday party tomorrow!! 😀🥳😅🇦🇺

[@candicecrawford2996]

This was very useful! My husband is making a 4 tier cake for us (me, my mom, daughter & grandma) for Valentine’s day. Great tips!

[@itsmiamamay2874]

How did he do?

[@ferngu11y]

I hate watching how to videos and I especially hate Wilton but Tracy is a gift and this video is SO helpful.

[@cherylseepersad8940]

THAT SPAKLING TIP IS AMAZING. LOVE, LOVE LOVE WILTON STUFF.

[@anissacolvin1444]

I had always been scared to do this, but you made it look easy. Thank you. I'll try it.

[@wilton]

Fondant is fun! We hope you'll give it a try.

[@dorotakudyba9224]

This is a very good and detailed guide. Thanks

[@wilton]

We're so glad you found it helpful! Happy decorating! 💛

[@tambudzaimemorybangure9697]

Extremely helpful,I had problems placing my fondant icing on the cake 🎂,this tutorial has been an eye opener.

[@leannekaut6178]

Excellent tutorial! I also love that you have a nice voice - I do find some of the KZbin voices irritating but you are easy on the ear :)

[@rosariadesouza266]

I enjoy looking the fondant decoration.I want to try and see how it comes. Thanks for the Video.

[@nomzamongcobo6055]

I enjoyed your tutorial, it useful to me as it also covers the storage (temperature) of the fondant cake, thanks

[@seriouslydough3266]

Thank you so much. I always get frustrated with fondant and do not want to make another cake disaster.. but will definetely try again bec of your video. ✌🏼

[@shalewababy9011]

Thank you for this lessons I needed it . I had problems covering and breaks when placing my fondant on cake God bless you

[@sarav3101]

I don't have a lot of experience making fondant cakes, but this video makes it easier.

[@gorillapalms4727]

That's well explained. I normally struggle with how to apply fondant on my cake.

[@DanielBarnes]

It’s pretty simple

[@realmadribih2]

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[@okeketheresa]

The tutorial is so easy to understand. Thank you so much

[@ghaneijuliet8939]

Amazing video! It’s so helpful! Had problems covering a cake with fondant but this video has made the job easier. Thank you for sharing 😘

[@GreysUniverse]

Love cooking and never really baked before, started baking and loved it! Now making my own birthday cake 😂🎉

[@Ravenclaw2015]

Thank you so much. I’m going to attempt my first fondant cake next week.

[@wilton]

We hope it turns out amazing! 🍰 💛

[@phutipapo7348]

Thnx for de good lessons abt fondant it is absolutely awesome ,I ws struggling wth fondant bt will try until I get this perfection 🙏❤️

[@gladyswilson8908]

I am about to start an Advance Course and learnt a lot of tips. Thanks

[@wilton]

We're so happy to hear that! Than kyou and best of luck!

[@helenahanan8335]

I love this tutorial. You answer all the questions that have always bothered me about fondant. Thank you.

[@keke9830]

Awesome video! You explained everything so well! Keep the videos coming. I am new to fondant and I am going to try it out. You gave me all the answers to the questions I had to get started.

[@cuba3377]

Thank you so much!! You won't understand what this video has done for me this last minute.

[@bonesbones2364]

I Came looking for how to smooth out fondant and left with a whole math lesson

[@marthabarrera9161]

Lol right 🤣

[@Kayz.1243]

lol 😂

[@acid0277]

She does explain good tho 😃 👍

[@KH-le6kt]

😂😂😂😂. I can’t stand draping it over so now I panel fondant over the cake

[@nikpetlover4967]

Zeee

[@EVERMANDIZVIDZA]

Thanks so much dear ,I used to be highly intimidated with this type of cake preferring fresh cream cakes to fondant.

[@EricaNEmma]

Wow fondant speckle ?? This would help me with my cracks i hate starting over . so glad i found this video thank you!!!!

[@tatendatatenda5373]

It's very straight forward , thank you my sister

[@surajitsbakencake8257]

Wow.. You are so sweet❤ How easily you have described the entire process... Lots of ❤ for you 😘😘😘😘

[@niamhprice7443]

I used this video and i have done a reasonably good (not professional) job at putting fondant on my bf's birthday cake !

[@rosesanddosesroblox9935]

Tysmmm for this ! It’s eid season and I had to make a cake for my family since we were having a dinner but still not a pro at fondant. Covered all my other questions that Google couldn’t too! Thank you 😊 ❤.

[@Allyourbase1990]

It makes the cake look so smooth . Idk if I’ve ever even had a cake with it , but I would like to .

Great to watch & very helpful wish me luck 🤞

[@jmudikun]

Wow. I don't think I'll ever try making this, but this was really interesting

[@zahirahmad6730]

Ohhh dear thank u so much I was so afraid that how I'm gonna manage it and lucky u did it and I'm confident now

[@zainabamien355]

This was the best explanation I came across..I am always two minded using fondant..I'm a beginner in making cakes...your explanation was perfect for my understanding and it was truly motivational for me to get started.Thank u,mch appreciated.

[@sitgesvillaapartmentneilsc7924]

going to have a go today for the first time on boxing Day 2022 normally I use royal Icing but getting fine enough sugar in spain is difficult and very expensive ( 6 euros per kilo! Fonday 2.99!) as against fondant which seems to be everywhere.... thanks for the tips...

[@kcburmeister]

Fantastic - VERY informative and clearly presented

[@wilton]

Thanks!

[@rafaelamack5632]

I like how you cut your cakes something I don't know thank so much as I love baking.🎉

[@melkayk1732]

Wonderful video for beginners. Thanks a lot

[@wilton]

We're so happy we could help! 😍

[@catija]

Thankyou so much, the crack fixing technique is so helpful!

[@clairegallagher841]

Hi I just wondered what size tins this video used to get such nice deep layer. Thanks in advance

[@wilton]

Hello, those are our 8" round cake pans.

[@constantineyerolemis9557]

Wow top draw tutorial ❤ well done!

[@wilton]

Thank you! We're glad you found it helpful.

[@faridamuhammad2254]

Thanks for the video. But fondant cakes can be stored for how long? Thank you

[@kasey4418]

Fondant can be sorted for up to 2 months in a air tight container or air tight bag

[@arfriedman4577]

Nice video. I love eating wilton chocolat e circles i buy at Michael's. I have some wilton bake pans. Have fun and success.

[@nanamagoo]

this has been extremely helpful, thank you so much!

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This is so helpful. She is awesome. Thanks💕

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Really good video! Brilliant. I like you are talking about the mistakes and solutions.

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Thank you very much for giving very nice tips for beginners like me ☺️☺️☺️☺️

[@veronicaledlum]

Thanks for the lesson I hv learned how to cover a cake with fondant

[@KudiSharon-eq3ep]

Wow this is so nice thanks so much I am going to learn it now 💃💃

[@Gracinha33]

That’s an excelente and easy to follow tutorial, well done! I’ve managed to cover a cake a baked for a friend of mine 😊 very proud of myself 💪🏽 The cake used in the video looks so soft and moist 😋 is there anyway we can reach out for the recipe? 😋😉 Tranks xx

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Very detailed explanation, i love it❤️

[@jjchen1132]

So many tips and advices, pretty good video!

[@fari20]

great video! do we just scrap the leftover then?

[@wilton]

You can save leftovers for your next project, just wrap in plastic wrap and place in an airtight container or bag for up to 2 months!

[@fari20]

@@wilton oh! in the refrigerator or freezer or room temp??

[@wilton]

At room temperature! 😊

[@dentalbooks2026]

Thank you very much for all your elegant tips. Please, how do you keep the cake in the refrigerator? What do you cover it with?

[@wilton]

Hi, We do not recommend storing your cake in the fridge after covering it with fondant. You can store it at room temperature. Thanks!

[@christinas.8661]

great video!,...how long can one store a rolled fondant cake in the fridge? I am doing a painted cake and it will take me a few days to do the painting,..would like to have about a week before the event,...will the cake still be "fresh" enough to eat? Thanks

[@melanie.5367]

Christina did you get any reply? I am planning to do a painted cake as well

[@WedartStudio]

Great video recipe! Excellent presentation! Thanks for this video! 💕🌐🌟😊

[@wilton]

Thanks for watching!💕

[@brunas2941]

Thank you for the amazing and detailed explanation ♥️🥰

[@Sithumaakash-j2v]

Extremely helpful, thank you somuch

[@lorrieborder2992]

Love the tutorial! You make it look easy.

[@faby917]

Why does my fondant crack when am applying it to my cake? And how can I avoid that fold when am almost done covering my cake?

[@bleachdrinked6141]

Fabiola Pagnant hello, you should make the fondant thicker

[@nige13]

Hi, when covering a cake in fondant - would I cover it straight from the fridge on top of the buttercream/ganache OR at room temperature? 🙂

[@wilton]

Hi Nigel, we prefer to cover on chilled, but either works well. You can find more tips and tricks here too: blog.wilton.com/how-to-cover-a-cake-with-fondant/?KZbin&SOCIAL&|HY:WI|GEN-Engage_Video-Tutorial_BlogCoveraCakewithFondant

[@nige13]

@@wilton Thank you 🙂

[@IfeomaAdaeze-y5k]

Thanks for the token,pls what did you use for the white covering... butter icing

[@wilton]

The best thing to use for fondant covered cakes is a buttercream layer underneath!

[@Ad-Lo]

You make it look so easy!

[@xolio1993]

White chocolate ganache is better because it sets firmer but other than that, pretty good.

[@fellahbotsalano28]

Thank u,love the way u so detailed with everything

[@rolandeekango7515]

Hellooo guys, can I do this cake on a friday and use it on Saturday? If yes do I store it outside fridge or inside fridge?.

[@melanie.5367]

Did you have any answers to your question. I am also trying to decorate a cake for the following day.

[@hawraamansoor5384]

Preparing myself to make my baby girl’s first birthday cake next month 😍

[@wilton]

Can't wait to see how it turns out! 💖

[@rockbuddhi]

Wow !!! You are good Teacher ❤

[@mehwishfaisal6014]

You Briefed nicely...thanks a lot..

[@soft_threads]

If you don't mind me asking you do I need to mist the cake with water if I am using ganache for my my base icing before I apply fondant to the cake

[@meenakshigautam3018]

Wow.. very well explained👍👍 Can we cover the whip cream cake with fondant ?

[@williamettasawboe5985]

I'm from Liberia thanks for sharing

[@wilton]

Are you having some trouble covering your cake with fondant? Are you coming up too short or having issues with your fondant cracking or tearing? Watch and listen to this video as we walk you through each step to successfully covering a round cake with fondant! Find the written instructions here: bit.ly/2XjhcCp

[@PRTTYBTTRFLY1]

Wilton learning everyday thanks

[@fernndoochoa2124]

Hola linda pastelera como se Hase el fondant en casa hay que comprarlo en tiendas grasias

[@nawakoonoconnor430]

Wilton Thankyou

[@maricelmadanum9350]

Hello madam can I ask questions please.. after covering cake by fondant can i refrigerate or not thanks for answering...

[@wilton]

Hi there! We would not recommend refrigerating fondant-covered cakes as the humidity could cause the fondant to sweat or move!

[@kristagalaviz9252]

hi, thanks for the vedio. q.: can you cover fondant with strawberry cake filling? thanks.

[@wilton]

Hi Krista, we would not recommend putting a filling on top of a fondant-covered cake. You could put the filling inside so long as it is shelf stable and does not require refrigeration. Have a great day!

[@agabapeter7565]

How can I cover the cake when I use icing sugar first then fondate and how to make icing sugar

[@randomenthusiasm3867]

Just grind the normal sugar

[@aimen8397]

Thanks so much! I'm new to baking and this was so helpful!

[@mavisosaghae6309]

What do you apply before you put your fondant icing

[@sanolisasmitha5985]

It was too helpfull and now i know fondant cake very well.thanks .bless you to .......

[@ZNLG7212]

How many days should we cook make the cake before prepping to fondant it?

[@sharmilakumari85]

Thank you for your great work,

[@fabiolambekwe9938]

Thanks so much. You're so explicit in your tutorial

[@saira5476]

Very nice thank you I learn very well xx

[@wilton]

We're glad you found it helpful.

[@monicaacuna6760]

This video is absolutely Amazing thank You👏🏻🌟❣️

[@toyinafolabi4528]

Do you have to ice cake before fondant ? Or can I just use fondant without cake icing?

[@Fallowfielder]

Well, you made that look very easy to do !!! I will definitely give it a go Great video 👍 and merry Christmas to you

[@kikik8009]

that's a great video with great tips! thanks

[@acoustiquespa2659]

Thank you for the tips they are so helpful- The smaller cakes are easy but still had issues with many folds to deal with very tall cakes 8-10 inches in height- any advice for these cakes ?

[@Ninalr28]

Thank you this video was super helpful 😊

[@Embrrz]

Thank you for making this! I’m making a cake for my sisters birthday and I’ve not made a cake in 6 months, It’s not perfect but I’m really proud I didn’t mess it up! I might of if I didn’t find this tutorial 😅

[@nikkyajibfoods]

Wow. I love it. Thank you so much

[@clementlois982]

Wow....I feel like trying this out right away, thank you so much

[@jasonbenardosunthenimwale5482]

Thank you very much ,now l have full understanding of Fondant application

[@AraCzetrina]

best tutorial ever 😍😍😍

[@sherlindavid1636]

I loved your video and the way you did. Do you conduct online classes. I am from India. If so how much do I pay what will the timings be

[@wilton]

Hello, thank you for your interest. The Wilton School does offer online instruction. You can find our current offering on our website: www.wilton.com/virtual-classes.html

[@cadenfarrugia2042]

Can butter cream filling cake and covered with sugar paste stored in room temperature please?

[@karenmadeleine3434]

Hello when you put the fondant can you put a dripping chocolate on it after?

[@wilton]

Hi Karen! We wouldn't recommend putting a chocolate drip after covering the cake with fondant. It would be best to put a drip on buttercream frosting. Thanks for checking!