Fondant 101 - A Crash Course

By the end of this page, you will be an expert in all things fondant. But let's be real, it's not that hard.

Lesson 1: What is Fondant?

Fondant is a type of sugar paste used to cover cakes and pastries. It's like icing, but without the dignity.

Lesson 2: Applying Fondant

Now that you know what fondant is, let's get our hands dirty! Practice applying fondant like a pro (or at least, like a moderately-skilled amateur).

Homework:

Try making a simple fondant-covered cake. Don't worry, it's not as hard as it looks (or tastes).

Resources:

Buy more sugar. Seriously, buy more sugar. You'll need it.