So it’s your birthday, huh? That’s awesome! You have a lot to look forward to. There’s probably a party, presents, and a tasty treat in your near future.
What kind of special dessert do you like on your birthday? Cookies? Cupcakes? Ice cream? If you’re like most children, you probably look forward to a very special birthday cake, too.
Cakes, while delicious, can also be beautiful works of art. If you’ve ever seen a fancy wedding cake or any of the specialty cakes made on television shows, you know that some cakes look too good to eat. Have you ever Wondered how they can get those cakes to look so perfect?
One of the secrets to specialty cake decorating is a special substance called fondant. Depending upon where you live, the word “fondant” can have different meanings. The meaning we’re talking about today is the soft, flexible, and oh-so-edible substance used to decorate cakes and other desserts.