BASIC FONDANT RECIPE - (4.5/5)

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Basic Fondant Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by amt2mf

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 1/2 cup boiling water

Steps:

  • Butter the sides of of a 1 1/2 quart saucepan. Mix all ingredients. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a boil. Cook without stirring to soft ball stage (238 degrees). Pour onto platter or shiny cookie sheet with sides. DO NOT SCRAP SAUCEPAN. Cool mix until only slightly warm (30 minutes). With a spatula or wooden spoon, scrape fondant mix from the edge of platter toward the center. Gradually the fondant mixture will turn stiff and white. Knead until free of lumps. Wrap and place in covered container. Allow to ripen 24-48 hours. Ready to use for mints or cake decoration.

Rocking Ruler
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Overall, this is a good basic fondant recipe. With a few tweaks, it could be even better.


Kason Guilbeau
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The fondant cracked when I tried to roll it out. I think I may have added too much powdered sugar.


Kofi Edmond
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I had a hard time getting the fondant to the right consistency. It was either too sticky or too dry.


Hajer Ali
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The fondant was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe.


Heidi Perez
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The recipe was easy to follow, and the fondant turned out great! I used it to decorate a cake for my friend's birthday, and they loved it.


Maiya Budhathoki
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This fondant was exactly what I was looking for. It was easy to make, tasted great, and was the perfect consistency for decorating my cake.


Brayan Hernandez
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I made this fondant for my daughter's birthday cake and it was a huge hit! It was so delicious and easy to work with.


Yah Keem
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I've tried so many fondant recipes and this is by far the best. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Sharq Ansu
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My first time making fondant and this recipe was perfect! The fondant was easy to work with and tasted great. Will definitely be making this again.


Vanessa Cupp
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This basic fondant recipe was easy to follow and resulted in a smooth, creamy fondant that was perfect for decorating my cakes and cupcakes. I highly recommend it!