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Easter Cupcakes|Bunny Ears Cupcakes

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 16:14:51 +0000

How cute are these Easter cupcakes? This Easter I wanted to create something different than the traditional bunny ear cupcakes. So, I made bunny ears cupcakes shaped like shopping bags. It is a great combination, shopping, and sweets. I had so much fun making these cupcakes, I couldn’t wait to share the tutorial with you. These bunny ears shopping bag cupcakes were inspired by these paper shopping bags I saw on Papermart’s website (see photo below). They were the perfect twist to the normal cupcakes and I was all in. These are not your typical cupcakes in every sense, especially since they are square. Now, I know what you are saying, but trust me it works really well. This page may contain affiliate links which means that I may earn a small commission if you purchase from any links directed from this website. I only recommend things that I use and the classes I have taken. Wowisthatreallyedible is a participant in the Amazon Services Associate Program. As an affiliate of Amazon, we place custom links in blog posts (such as this one). Thank you very much for your ongoing support. What Materials Do I Need? Wilton Bar cake pan or brownie pan– I used the Wilton bar baking pan, but you can you the 8-inch brownie pan that has the insert to cut brownies. If you use the second option you will have larger cakes. Square Cupcakes-To make the bunny ears cupcakes you will need to bake four square cupcakes using any flavor. I used a box mix for this but you can use vanilla, chocolate, or peach cupcake recipe. Buttercream– I used American buttercream, but you can use any recipe from the buttercream guide. Gel colors-You will need sky blue, rose, leaf green, and orange gel colors. White fondant-I used Wilton fondant, however, you can make your own fondant see the recipe here. Blue fondant- Color some white fondant with sky blue gel food coloring. Pink fondant-Color some white fondant with rose gel food coloring. Shredded Coconut – Color shredded coconut orange and green. Toothpick- You will need toothpicks for the bunny ears and the handles. Spatula-You will need a small spatula. Fondant Smoother- Fondant smoother to smooth the side of the cupcake. Use two to get a sharper corner. Wilton comb set– I bought the comb set a few years ago, the sharp edge was perfect to make the top of the bag. Square board- I used one large square board and trimmed around the base of each cupcake. For best result trim before adding the fondant to the cupcake. Edible Pen– I love this pen. It comes with two size tips a fine tip and a larger tip. I used the larger tip to color the eyes and nose, and the fine tip to draw the whiskers and the mouth. How to Make Bunny Ears Cupcake/Shopping Bag Cupcakes There are a few things to keep in mind when making these cupcakes: (1) the square cake pan takes more batter than the normal cupcake pan, so be prepared for that, and (2) they take a bit longer to bake, than the traditional cupcakes. Step-by-Step Easter Cupcakes Remove the cupcakes from the wrapper. Trim the sides and the top of the cupcakes and place them to the side. Place some buttercream on the board and place the first layer of the cupcake. Then add the second layer on top. Place a cake pop stick to keep it stable. Then slather the cupcake with frosting. Smooth with a spatula and place in the refrigerator to firm up. Remove the cake pop stick and smooth as much as you can. Roll out some white fondant about 1/8 of an inch thick. Wrap the fondant around the cupcake. Trim the fondant in the back. Use Wilton comb and remove the top edges of the fondant. Roll two pieces of fondant into a small spaghetti shape. Then add toothpicks to the back. Secure them with a small piece of fondant. Let it sit to become firm. Make this ahead of time. Place shortening on a mat. Roll out some white fondant, then the blue and pink fondant. Cut out the bunny ears using the white fondant. Then cut out the middle using the blue and pink fondant. Place water or shortening on the blue and pink fondant then add to the white fondant. Break a toothpick and add some water and place under the blue and pink fondant. Color the shredded coconut green and orange. Add to the top of each cupcake. Then add the handle. Then add the ears, add pink to the orange and the blue to the green. Use an edible pen to add the eyes, nose, and whiskers. Can you make this another way? Absolutely, you can bake a regular square cake and cut each one using a square cutter. Then assembly using the instruction above. Another option is the brownie pan with the cutters, this gives you perfect squares as well. That’s it, another cute Easter cupcake idea. If you love this tutorial don’t forget to share the love. Until next time. Happy caking.

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Easter Egg Nest Cupcakes

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 14:25:30 +0000

These adorable Easter egg nest cupcakes are fun, easy, and too cute to eat. They are a great Easter treat to make with the kids, with no decorating skills needed. Each cupcake is topped with shredded coconut and a chocolate “nest” which is filled with mini pastel-colored chocolate eggs. Yum!!! While I was searching for the edible rainbow (Airheads) a few weeks I found these cute mini Robin eggs in the store for $1. I bought two boxes but wasn’t sure what to do with them. Since Easter is around the corner, I thought why not use them to make nest cupcakes. This is a huge deviation from plastic ones I am used to filling with dinosaurs. So, this year for Easter, I am kicking things up a notch and am adding these chocolate”nest” cupcakes to the menu. Ok, I admit, I love anything chocolate, but the “nest” is super delicious. It is sweet, salty, and crunchy. Today I am going to show you how to decorate these adorable cupcakes. This page may contain affiliate links which means that I may earn a small commission if you purchase from any links directed from this website. I only recommend things that I use and the classes I have taken. Wowisthatreallyedible is a participant in the Amazon Services Associate Program. As an affiliate of Amazon, we place custom links in blog posts (such as this one). Thank you very much for your ongoing support. What will you Need to Make the Cupcakes? These cute cupcakes are one of the easiest treats you can make. However, there are a few steps you have to take before it is ready to be served. First, you need to make the cupcakes, then the frosting, and lastly the decorations i.e. chocolate “nest” and edible grass. To make this much easier here are the ingredients/tools you are going to need. Ingredients/Tools: Cupcake recipe – To make these chocolate nest egg cupcakes you can use your favorite cake recipe, but I recommend either my chocolate or vanilla cupcake recipe. If you like more coconut flavor, try my delicious coconut cake recipe. Frosting recipe– I recommend using a chocolate frosting recipe for a speck of speck dirt, I have a few recipes in this buttercream guide to choose from. However, if you choose to use frosting for grass, then you can eliminate the chocolate and use vanilla buttercream instead. Potato sticks– I used Utz potato stixs for this, they are cut really small and are the key to making it look like a real nest. Chocolate candy melt or regular chocolate chips– I used Ghiradelli chocolate candy wafers to make the nests because they are easy to melt and were readily available. However, you can use melted chocolate chips instead. Shredded coconut/green sprinkles–Colored shredded coconut can be used for grass, however, you can use green sprinkles or green frosting with a grass piping tip. Leaf green gel food coloring–You will only need a small amount of leaf green gel food coloring to make grass either with coconut or frosting. Mini egg easter candy– I used the Easter Whopper mini Robin eggs because they are speckled and Cadbury mini eggs which are pastel-colored but not speckled. Muffin pan or small silicone mold– I used the muffin pan to shape the chocolate “nest,” since it is the same size as the cupcake. But, you can use a silicone mold that’s small than the cupcake to make them as well. Spoon/fork– The spoon is used to add the chocolate-covered potatoes to the muffin pan and the fork was used to help remove them from the pan. Spatula–Use the spatula to help coat the potatoes. How to Make the Chocolate Egg Nest First, spray the muffin pan. This step is crucial, or you won’t be able to remove the chocolate from the pan. Don’t ask me how I know. Needless to say, I broke a few pieces in the process of making these nests. To make the chocolate egg nest melt one cup of chocolate candy melt in 30-second intervals on fifty percent power. Make sure there are no lumps. If you are having difficulty melting the candy melts here are some tips and tricks. Measure out two cups of potato sticks and place them in a bowl. Pour the melted candy melts over the potato sticks. Then coat the potato sticks very well until they are all brown in color. Then, use a spoon to add the mixture to the muffin pan or silicone mold. Push down in the middle of the nest to make room for the Robin or Cadbury eggs. Place into the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes until they are completely set. I was able to get four large nests and a smaller nest, however, you can get more if you make them a bit smaller. How to Make Edible Grass There are a few ways to make edible grass: (1) using light green sprinkles (2) frosting with a grass tip (in this tutorial I show you how to pipe grass), and (3) shredded coconut. I used shredded coconut because that’s what I had in the house, but you can use any of the three. To color the coconut, add a small amount of leaf green edible gel to about half a cup of shredded coconut and mix well. Remember a little bit of gel color goes a long way. Place into a container until you are ready to assemble cupcakes. Assembling the Egg Nest Cupcakes Start by adding frosting to the cupcake. You may use a spatula or piping tip. Pipe the frosting around the edge of the cupcake. Dip or add the edible grass to the side of the cupcake. Place the chocolate egg nest in the center of the cupcake. Then add the Robin or Cadbury mini egg candy to the nest. If you traveling with the cupcake you can use a bit of candy melt to the nest to secure the eggs. Finally, I used a combination of the speckled mini egg and the plain eggs in the chocolate nest and I think they turned out really cute. That’s it for today. If you like this tutorial let me know by commenting below and don’t forget to share the love. Until next time happy caking.

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St. Patrick’s Day Pot of Gold Cupcake

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 14:30:50 +0000

Top o’ the mornin’ to ya. I have been wanting to say that ever since I decided to make this pot of gold cupcake tutorial. St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner and it dawned on me that I don’t have any St. Patrick’s Day cake or cupcake on the blog. Zip, zilch, nada. So, today I am changing that; I am going to show you how to make a 3D pot of gold cupcake using buttercream. When I was planning this post, I was torn between buttercream or fondant. However, while I was smoothing out the buttercream, I realized it didn’t need fondant. Nevertheless, I did use fondant to make the gold coins because I couldn’t find edible gold coins anywhere. To make the pot of gold cupcake, we are deconstructing the cupcake and essentially making a mini cake. Wait, what…Why? It was the only way to make a 3D pot of gold. This page may contain affiliate links which means that I may earn a small commission if you purchase from any links directed from this website. I only recommend things that I use and the classes I have taken. Wowisthatreallyedible is a participant in the Amazon Services Associate Program. As an affiliate of Amazon, we place custom links in blog posts (such as this one). Thank you very much for your ongoing support. Materials for Making the Pot of Gold Cupcake For this project, I used regular American buttercream (ABC). Now, I know I usually use Italian Meringue buttercream, but ABC is the best way to go for this project. Plus, it is easier to color American buttercream, than Italian Meringue and it forms a crust. I used a chocolate cupcake and filled it with buttercream and caramel. Yum! Materials you are going to need: Black buttercream–You are going to need a medium consistency buttercream, see recipe below and step-by-step here. To make black buttercream you will need black cocoa. I have only used King Arthur’s brand for this, but I am sure they would all work the same way. Chocolate cupcake–I used my delicious chocolate recipe, see the step-by-by step here. Caramel sauce filling– I like using homemade and usually make my own, you can find the caramel sauce recipe and tutorial here Gold fondant–Satin Ice makes a gold sparkling fondant, but you use marshmallow fondant and paint it gold. Piping bags (2)-You will need a large piping bag to use the Wilton quick icer (which is optional) and a tipless bag for the handles, legs, and hanger. Paintbrush– The paintbrush is used to mark the neck of the cauldron. A small paintbrush is best because of the size of the cupcake. Wilton tip 789 (optional)-TheWilton quick icer (Wilton tip 789) adds just the right amount of buttercream without the need for a crumb coat. However, if you didn’t want that much icing on the cupcake you can add the amount that you need a little at a time. Spatula–Any small spatula or palette knife will do. Flexible smoothers or acetate–To smooth the buttercream you will need either a flexible smoother or acetate. You can also use a Viva paper towel. I didn’t have any in the house, so I used both the acetate and the flex smoother. Small circle cutter–I used the smallest cutter from the Ateco set to make the edible gold. Small rolling pin–You will need a small rolling pin to roll out the gold fondant. Mat–You will need a small mat to roll and cut out the fondant. Rainbow airheads How to make the Pot of Gold Cupcake Now that you have gathered the five thousand materials, it is time to make the 3D pot of gold. Because we are building a cauldron, we are going to need a make a curve in the cupcake. To do this, add enough icing to the outside to get the right shape. Roll out the gold fondant and use the small circle cutter to cut as many circles as possible. Cut the cupcake in half. Place some buttercream on a small cake circle or a plate. I added the buttercream on parchment paper to make it easier to move for easy clean (at least so I thought). Then add the first layer of cake. Add the buttercream and the caramel sauce. I totally forgot to take a picture of the caramel. Then add the next layer on top. Fill the large piping bag with the black buttercream and frost the top and the side of the cupcake. Use a spatula to smooth the buttercream, then switch to the acetate or flex smoother. Couldn’t avoid the mess no matter how hard I tried. You will have a lip at the top, leave it, we will need that later to hold our gold coins. Place it into the refrigerator for about 20 minutes. Remove from the refrigerator and smooth the sides some more. This time from the bottom to the top to shape the pot. Use the paintbrush to place the indentation for the neck of the pot. Now use a knife to remove the rough edges at the top of the pot/cauldron. Use the paintbrush to make some definition of the edge on the inside. Continue to smooth until you are satisfied. Fill a tipless bag and pipe the two handles, and the hanger in the front. Then pipe the feet. If you notice, the top isn’t smooth, it doesn’t need to be because it will be covered. Just make sure there is enough space for the gold coins. Place a toothpick in the rainbow airhead and insert it into the pot. At this point, it is very flexible. My mom pointed out that it will harden if you leave it out. I strongly suggest placing it in the shape you like before adding it to the cupcake. Keep adding the gold coin, until you have filled it all the way to the top. Place a small amount of water to make them stick together. This was my test to see how many gold coins I needed to use. I did this before the step above. At some point, I cut the airhead, but, realized afterward I shouldn’t have. Don’t you love when that happens? I decided last minute to add a Leprechaun (sorry the tutorial is already long so I didn’t add how to make him) and marshmallow clouds. Consequently, I had to move my rainbow to accommodate him. He has got his hands stuck in the pot. The perfect treat for your St. Patrick’s day virtual party. This from-scratch chocolate cupcake recipe is to die for. Adapted from Hershey's recipe, it is rich, moist, and delicious. Everything made in one bowl. It is every chocolate lover's dream.

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How to Make Red Fondant

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 13:43:11 +0000

There are certain fondant colors that are tricky and a bit harder to achieve. Red fondant color is one of them. This red marshmallow fondant is pliable and ready to use. Of course, you can say I’ll never need to make red fondant. However, there is no way around it because at least twice a year, red is almost always used and that’s Christmas and Valentine’s Day. So you can relax the rest of the year. But, in the mean time I am going to show you how I make red fondant from scratch. This page may contain affiliate links which means that I may earn a small commission if you purchase from any links directed from this website. I only recommend things that I use and the classes I have taken. Wowisthatreallyedible is a participant in the Amazon Services Associate Program. As an affiliate of Amazon, we place custom links in blog posts (such as this one). Thank you very much for your ongoing support. How to Make Red Marshmallow Fondant You can make red fondant by adding red food color gel to white fondant. But this method is much harder and there is a chance you will use multiple containers of red food gel coloring. While it is not my preferred method it is another method. To make red fondant, I am used my marshmallow fondant recipe and added the color earlier in the process, this way you can tell how dark it is. Another thing to keep in mind is that the color will get darker as it sits. That should determine how much is added. What you are going to need: Powdered sugar- you will need two pounds of powdered sugar mini marshmallows – I like these because they melt much easier. Super red Americolor gel color Tylose powder– also called gum-tex makes the fondant pliable a reduced the stickiness. Shortening Non-stick cooking spray Spatula Microwave safe bowl Directions: Step 1: Melt the Mini Marshmallows In a microwave-safe bowl melt the marshmallows in 30-second intervals. Stir until fully melted. Step 2: Add water Once the marshmallows have melted, add water and mix well. Make sure there are no lumps. Step 3: Add Food Coloring The secret to making red fondant is adding the color at this stage. Add one tablespoon of Americolor super red to the melted marshmallow and mix with a spatula. Now is also a good time to add any flavors such as vanilla. Step 4: Add Powdered Sugar If you are comfortable with the color, then add the powdered sugar a little bit at a time. Spray your spatula with non-stick spray and begin incorporating the powdered sugar and melted marshmallows. Once you have incorporated about three-quarters of powdered sugar add the shortening. Then turn out on the counter and knead until fully incorporated and pliable. Roll into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap and place into a zip lock bag. How to Make Red Fondant Darker There are at least two ways to make red fondant darker. However, each method depends on the shade of red you need. Either method works very well but the best way to know is to play around with the colors until you achieve the ride shade. The first method is adding more red gel coloring. This will give you a deeper Christmas red. The second method is adding a touch of black, it will give you a burnt shade of red. That’s it easy red fondant from scratch, no fuss. Other posts you may love: How to color fondant 3 tips to harden fondant quickly The Ultimate Fondant Guide

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How to Thin Candy Melts Three Ways for Dipping Cake Pops

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 14:00:05 +0000

Have you ever melted candy melts and it became a goopy mess? Totally undippable chocolate. I had the same issue. My very first time making cake pops, I decided to use real chocolate. Oh my, what a challenge that was… I had so much difficulty thinning out the chocolate. I cringe each time I think about it, but, the experience has been permanently singed into my brain. After that debacle, I decided to try the Wilton candy melts since it was available locally. I had the same issue it was way too thick (it was a goopy mess), after several attempts I knew I had to figure out how to thin the candy melts. Do you see the goop? All of that goop is fixable. Guess what, I am going to show you three ways to thin candy melts for the perfect consistency. No more goop or thick candy melts. The right consistency to make it is easier to dip, drizzle and coat cake pops, pretzels sticks or whatever your heart desires. Before we begin, lets talk a bit of about candy melts. What are Candy Melts? Candy melts are candy coating or wafers used to cover cake pops and other treats. They are not real chocolate. Unlike real chocolate, it does not contain cocoa butter. Instead, some have cocoa powder listed as an ingredient (not to be confused with cocoa butter) which is a cocoa solid i.e. what is left after the oil is removed. Other ingredients of candy melts are hydrogenated palm kernel oil and soy lecithin (more about that later). These two ingredients are the key to how we are able to thin candy melts. Nevertheless, there are some candy melts that doesn’t need to be thinned out, one that comes to mind is Ghirardelli White Melting Wafers (which are delicious by the way). The downside, they are expensive and are only available in dark and white wafers. Which means that you would have to color your own. As a side note, only color with oil based colors or the candy melts will seize. This page may contain affiliate links which means that I may earn a small commission if you purchase from any links directed from this website. I only recommend things that I use and the classes I have taken. Wowisthatreallyedible is a participant in the Amazon Services Associate Program. As an affiliate of Amazon, we place custom links in blog posts (such as this one). Thank you very much for your ongoing support. How to Thin Candy Melts Three Ways There are three ways I like to thin candy melts and they are listed below. In the photo above, I show the results using three different methods. The shortening and the vegetable oil were very similar in texture. Therefore, they are worth considering if you need a quick solution. For this project, I used one pack of yellow candy melts and two packs of blue candy melts. Each package was 12 ounces each, even though some candy melts come in 10-ounce packages. Vegetable Shortening Vegetable Oil Wilton EZ Thins/Paramount crystals How to Thin out Candy Melts with Vegetable Shortening Vegetable shortening is my go-to method when I run out of EZ Thins. If I had to place this list in order, shortening would come in at number two. I like it because it is something I always have on hand. It dries very well and I have not noticed any change in taste. To thin candy melt using vegetable shortening, I use 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable shortening for each 12 ounces bag of candy melt. The package says two teaspoons, however, I find that is not to be enough and usually use more to get the right consistency. The key is to make sure to add at the right temperature and add a bit at a time. Of course, the temperature and age of the candy melt do affect the amount used. Directions using Shortening: Melt the candy melt in the microwave according to the directions on the bag, which is one minute at 50 percent power, then 30-second intervals thereafter. Then, melt the vegetable shortening in the microwave in 30-second intervals until fully melted. This is different from the package as well, but, it incorporates so much better. Remember to test the temperature, if it is too hot let it cool down before using. Don’t let it get too cold or it will solidify again. Add a tablespoon at a time and stir to incorporate. Continue to add the second tablespoon and stir, at this point the candy melt should be thin. You can add a little bit more if it is not thin enough. Keep in mind the thinner you make it, the faster it dries and that is a factor when you are adding sprinkle and other decorations. How to Thin Candy Melts with Oil Of all the ways to thin candy melts, this is my least favorite. However, oil works the same way as vegetable shortening. I used canola oil. Use up to one tablespoon of vegetable/canola oil to a cup of candy melts. In the project, I used four teaspoons which is equivalent to one tablespoon, plus one teaspoon. However, it could have used another teaspoon, but I didn’t want to risk affecting the consistency and the amount of time it takes to dry the candy coating. Adding oil did not affect how hard the candy dried. However, it does affect real chocolate. One thing to note, it did dry faster than the shortening. There is no noticeable change in taste. However, I don’t believe that an additional tablespoon would likely affect the taste either. You also cannot see make any distinction between the oil and the shortening. At least I didn’t notice one. EZ Thins/Paramount Crystals I saved the best for last. My absolute favorite method to thin candy melts is using Wilton EZ-Thins. It is a game-changer. EZ Thins and Paramount crystals are the same things, they are sold under different brands. Both are made up of two ingredients, you guessed it: hydrogenated palm kernel oil and soy lecithin (remember the reference above), similar to the candy melts. Use two tablespoons of EZ Thin or Paramount Crystals for every twelve ounces of candy melts. Directions for using EZ-Thins or Paramount Crystals: Melt the candy melts according to the instructions on the package. Melt the EZ-Thins/Paramount Crystals in a microwave-safe bowl. Then add to the melted candy melts (this is the secret). Of course, you may add unmelted EZ-Thins, however, I find that sometimes it doesn’t melt all the way and might not be as smooth. So, to avoid that I melt it every time. That’s it, now you know my secret for getting a perfect candy melt consistency the next time you get ready to make cake pops. For additional troubleshooting methods see 7 tips and tricks to make perfect cake pops. For even more tips check out my book, the ultimate cake pop guide. It is loaded with tips and tricks and even a few projects.

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Frosty the Snowman Cupcake

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 14:30:32 +0000

One of my favorite things about this time of the year is creating cute treats like this Frosty the Snowman cupcake. It is easy enough anyone can create it and guaranteed to be a hit at any party. While the party landscape is a lot different this year, you can still show them off at your virtual party. This snowman cupcake is cute and cuddly. Makes you want to sit in front of the fireplace and sip on some hot chocolate. It is made completely out of fondant. So don’t bring him near the fire *wink*. If you need help working with fondant, check out my tips and tricks for working with fondant. To make it even easier, I have included progress photos so that you can follow along. Are you ready? Let’s make a snowman. This page may contain affiliate links which means that I may earn a small commission if you purchase from any links directed from this website. I only recommend things that I use and the classes I have taken. Wowisthatreallyedible is a participant in the Amazon Services Associate Program. As an affiliate of Amazon, we place custom links in blog posts (such as this one). Thank you very much for your ongoing support. Materials used to make the Frosty the Snowman Cupcake: Marvelous Mold Cable Knit Simpress mold – I used the cable knit mold because I like the texture. However, you can make a plain scarf. Black fondant– You will only need a small amount of black fondant. Red fondant – I used red fondant to make the scarf, however, you can use any color. White fondant – Use the marshmallow fondant recipe found here to make the body of the snowman. Orange fondant Shredded coconut – The coconut is used to make snow. You can find it at any grocery store, to make a finer snow place in a grinder. Black edible marker – I use Americolor black edible marker to make the eyes and the buttons. But, you can use fondant. Cupcake – I used my Earl Grey cupcake recipe. Toothpick – You will need two toothpicks for this project. Circle cutter– I like the Ateco round cutters in graduated size because it has really small cutters. Use the two smallest cutters from the set. Pretzel stick – You will need two pretzel sticks from the pack. How to make the Snowman To make the snowman, knead the white fondant and roll it into three balls. Take a toothpick and push it through each ball to make it easier to stand up. Then stack each ball on top of each other. Paying close attention, that the toothpick goes into the hole created previously. It should look like this when you are done. Now it is time to add the hat. Making the Snowman Hat Take the black fondant and roll it into a ball. Then use the smallest cutter to cut in the middle. This will be too tall, so you will need to cut it in half with a Xacto knife. Round the edges and clean up the sides. Roll out another piece of the black fondant and use the next size up to cut out a circle. Attach the top of the hat using water or shortening. Break a toothpick in half and add a touch of water, then push the toothpick into the snowman hat. Then add to the top of the snowman’s body. At this point, you can to add the red ribbon to the hat or wait until later. I waited until later to add the ribbon. Use the edible marker to create the eyes and mouth. Roll out a small piece of orange fondant taper one end and cut it to make the nose. Attach the nose using water. How to make the Fondant Scarf Roll out a small piece of red fondant and place it into the mold. Remove from mold and trim on both sides to make it smaller. Use the Xacto knife to create frills at the end. Cut into two pieces, one long piece, and a short piece. Frill the end of the long piece and add to the neck of the snowman. Use water to attach it. Attach the shorter piece in the opposite direction so that it lays like a natural scarf. You might have to push it further in the back so that it looks natural. Roll out another red piece of fondant and cut it skinnier. Attach it to the hat. Use the edible marker and add buttons to the front of the snowman. Use a spatula to add some buttercream to the cupcake, then dip into the shredded coconut. Sometimes it is easier to just add the coconut to the top of the cupcake. It is a personal preference. Now it’s time to add the arms. Take two pretzel sticks and break a small piece from each one. Add each one to the side of the snowman. Add another toothpick, and secure Frosty the Snowman on top of the cupcake. That’s it, easy peasy and cute Frosty the Snowman cupcake. If you love this tutorial pin for later and share. Until next time happy caking.

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How to Make Easy Edible Lace

Sat, 24 Oct 2020 13:00:50 +0000

Edible lace is that one cake decorating tool that is classic and timeless. To be honest it is plain gorgeous. It is mostly used on wedding and celebration cakes but can be used with desserts. Lately, I have been looking for ways to use my cake tools on hand. This is so hard because of all the silicone mats etc that are on the market. In this tutorial learn how to make easy flexible edible lace. How to Make Edible Lace? Ok, but I admit I am borderline obsessed with edible lace and I have another tutorial using a different lace material. However, instead of using Claire Bowman’s cake lace mixture, I am using Flex Frost Edible Icing (fabric) sheets. Frosting sheets can be ordered in just about any color. I like it because, in just four easy steps, you have flexible edible lace. The sheer easiness of the frosting sheets is one of the reasons I chose it. I tried it and loved it. This page may contain affiliate links which means that I may earn a small commission if you purchase from any links directed from this website. I only recommend things that I use and the classes I have taken. Wowisthatreallyedible is a participant in the Amazon Services Associate Program. As an affiliate of Amazon, we place custom links in blog posts (such as this one). Thank you very much for your ongoing support. Here are the materials you are going to need: Black Flex Frost Edible Icing Sheet – I get them from Icing images (not an affiliate) and they ship very quickly. Silicone lace mold – I used one that I purchased on Amazon, but you can use any lace mold. The more intricate the mold the harder it is to remove the lace. Water- You will need cold water. Scraper– Any scraper works here, however, I prefer to use flexible scrapers. Brush (optional) Steps: Cut your Flex Frost Edible Icing Sheet to the size of the silicone mold. The good thing about these sheets is that you can use scraps to fill in any gaps. Remove the icing sheet from the backing. Carefully dip the sheet in the water. Don’t dip it too much here or it will start dissolving. Place on the silicone mat and let it fill in the mold. Then use the scraper to fill in all the areas on the mat. If you need more, check the scraper and/or use another piece from the sheet. Let it sit for about 30 minutes. If you are in a pinch, heat the oven turn it off, then place it in the oven for about 5 minutes. Demold very carefully, however, it can be stuck back together again using water. How do you Use Edible Lace? Traditionally edible lace is used on cakes, cookies, or other desserts. However, I used it on a sugar shoe, because I wanted a delicate design that neither fondant nor gum paste would give me. After removing it from the mold, I measured it on the shoe, cut along the lines, and added using just a bit of water. I used a brush to add water to the lace and the sugar shoe. Can I add Edible Lace to Buttercream or Fondant? Edible lace can be added to buttercream cakes as well as fondant cakes. If the mold is not large enough to go around the cake, use a touch of water to join the pieces together. That’s it easy flexible edible lace/fabric in no time. If you like this tutorial don’t forget to share and pin for later. Until next time happy caking.

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How to Make Easy Beach Cupcakes

Thu, 21 May 2020 14:00:40 +0000

As we get ready to celebrate Memorial Day, barbeque and the beach are usually at the top of the list. These beach cupcakes are a perfect addition to your next virtual pool or virtual birthday party. They are so adorable and easy to make. Use them as a fun project to make with the kids. While many of us (including myself) will not be going to the beach this year; it doesn’t mean we can’t create our own sweet beach oasis at home. Growing up on the Islands I am used to nice beautiful sandy beaches with amazing waves. These beach cupcakes definitely take me back a bit. This page may contain affiliate links which means that I may earn a small commission if you purchase from any links directed from this website. I only recommend things that I use and the classes I have taken. Wowisthatreallyedible is a participant in the Amazon Services Associate Program. As an affiliate of Amazon, we place custom links in blog posts (such as this one). Thank you very much for your ongoing support. Materials for the Beach Cupcakes To make these beach cupcakes you are going to need: Three (3) Cupcakes with a light frosting. Use this delicious vanilla cupcake recipe and any buttercream recipe found here. Edible sand such graham crackers or light brown sugar. I had neither so I made my own sand using granulated sugar (see below). Blue sanding sugar Yellow fondant Green fondant Red fondant White fondant Small circle cutter Small rolling pin Xacto knife Dresden tool Wilton sea mold Wilton pearl dust Small brush How to Make Beach cupcake Edible Sand There are a few ways to create edible sand: crumbled graham crackers or light brown sugar. However, if you don’t have any of the above, the third option is to add a touch of Ivory gel paste color to granulated sugar and voila edible sand. Remember a little bit goes a long way. Gel paste has a tendency to clump up, so mix very well. Once you are finished place the sand to the side to prepare the other decorations. How to Make Fondant Flip Flops The fondant flip flops are the cutest part of this project. There are simple and super easy to make. After the first pair, it gets much easier. The key is to try not to thin out the fondant too much. Add as many colors or designs as you wish. Knead some yellow fondant and roll out about a 1/8 inch thick. Cut out six circles using the small circle cutter. Then use the rolling pin to thin out the back a bit. Don’t roll it out too much. Use your fingers to squeeze it a bit to shape it. Roll out green fondant and cut small strips. I eyeballed mine but if you want to be perfect use a strip cutter. Cut the strips in equal sizes, then pinch the two ends together. Add a touch of water to the yellow fondant, then add the green fondant strips. Use the tip of the Dresden tool and add the green fondant gently push it in to make it look like the straps are inside the yellow fondant. Squeeze the side of the fondant flip flop to make the right and the left side. How to Make the Fondant Starfish To make the starfish roll out some red fondant and add a little piece at a time to the silicone mold. Press down to smooth out and remove all the excess fondant. Turn the silicone mold to the side to gently remove the mold. Place to the side and get ready to make the clamshells. How to Make the Fondant Clamshell The clamshells are easiest of all the decorations to make. To make the fondant clamshell, roll out some white fondant to about a 1/8 inch and cut out three circles using the small circle cutter. Pinch the top of the circle and use the Dresden tool to add lines starting from the top. I like to start from the center, then work my way down. Brush with some edible pearl dust and set to the side. Putting it all Together Dip each cupcake into the edible sand, making sure all the sides are covered. Then add the clamshell, starfish, and the flip flops. Make sure the decorations are secured to the cupcakes. Variation to the Beach Cupcake You may make all your beach cupcakes the same or you may add some blue sanding sugar as a slight variation. By adding the blue sanding sugar it matches the red, blue, and white and looks like the starfish is partially in the ocean and on the sand. To make this, add blue sanding sugar to half of the cupcake and the regular sand to the opposite side. Then add each decoration, this time place the starfish overlapping the blue section and little bit in the regular sand. Then add the flip flops and clamshell on the regular sand. If you have mini umbrellas on hand, use them to create some shade. I didn’t have any and wanted to keep it simple so I opted not to create fondant umbrellas. If you would like the fondant umbrella tutorial let me know in the comments below. That’s it, easy beach cupcakes. Don’t forget to share the love, pin for later. As always until next time happy caking.

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How to Decorate a 90s Theme Cake

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 11:15:42 +0000

In these trying times, it’s the little things that cheer us up. This 90s theme cake is no exception. The theme is perfect, in the 90s we wore bright colors, plaid, animal prints, one-shoulder overalls, and sweatsuits. I mean we were styling. Don’t forget the infamous mixed tape we bought from suspect street vendors or made ourselves to pump up the volume in our cars. Can you say, Spice Girls? I am feeling a bit nostalgic. How to Make a 90s Theme Cake I had so much fun making this cake. However, it’s no secret some cake supplies are REALLY hard to find right now. I mean, who would think that eggs and a stick of butter would be a hot commodity. Also, all the craft stores are temporarily closed (sad face). So I had to do a lot of improvising. I used only what I had on hand. Which means I had to make my own fondant (yeah) and my own cake base (see my trick for boards here). Because this was a tiny cake, I only needed a 10-inch base. I made a vanilla cake with vanilla Italian Meringue buttercream (I had to spare eight eggs for this). The taste of the Italian Meringue buttercream is well worth it. Why be stingy at this point right? I frosted the cake using this method because eggs are precious and the cake was being covered in fondant. I made zebra-striped fondant, cool fondant shades, Rubix cube, and a colorful fondant mixed tape. This page may contain affiliate links which means that I may earn a small commission if you purchase from any links directed from this website. I only recommend things that I use and the classes I have taken. Wowisthatreallyedible is a participant in the Amazon Services Associate Program. As an affiliate of Amazon, we place custom links in blog posts (such as this one). Thank you very much for your ongoing support. 90s Theme Cake Decorations: Fondant Rubix Cube, Fondant Shades To make the decorations on the cake, I used fondant mixed with tylose powder to make them nice and firm. Then rolled out the fondant to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut out using the templates for the shades, the MTV logo, and the mixed tape. For the mixed tape I cut it out using the template. Then used a combination of edible paper and fondant to over the front. Then I went around with a black edible marker. I made this overnight to give it some time to dry. For the Rubix cube, I used the template for color inspiration and for size. All templates are in the free resource library. Of course, I couldn’t choose what I loved the most about the cake, because I love all the design. However, I am really loving the zebra-striped fondant, it is certainly a throwback to the 90s. It was a tie between the shades and the zebra stripe fondant. See the steps below on how to make them. How to make Zebra Striped Fondant Zebra-striped fondant is super easy to make. It is a multi-step process, however, the result is worthwhile. Materials: Hot pink fondant Black fondant Xacto knife The mat (optional) Small mat Rolling pin Step 1: Roll out the Black and Pink Fondant The first step in this process is to roll out the black fondant thinner than 1/8 of an inch. This is important to remember because the additional weight will start pulling the stripes away. Cover with plastic and place this to the side, then roll out the pink fondant. Step 2: Making Zebra Stripe Shapes To make the shapes use a Xacto knife to make shapes of Y and other shapes with pointy tips. There is no right way of doing this so have fun. Step 3: Add the Black Stripes to the Pink Fondant Carefully remove the black fondant and place it on the pink fondant. Try to interchange the Y pattern with the other patterns, there is no real method to this. Then use the rolling pin and roll out the pattern from top to bottom. This will stretch the fondant even more, but that’s ok. The goal is to make the black fondant become a part of the pink. See my note above about the thickness. If you are using the Mat, flip it over, so that the section with the print is on top. Step 4: Add the Fondant to the Cake Carefully add the fondant to the cake. Secure the top section first. Then secure the top corner, but remember to cut off all the excess fondant. You will need to move quickly or else the fondant will rip. Secure the fondant to the cake using a fondant smoother. Then cut away the excess fondant at the bottom of the cake. Step 5: Add the Cake to the Cake Base (Board) Remove the cake from the turntable, then place the cake on the final cake board. Use candy melt to secure the cake and place it a little to the back. Make a rope of pink and black fondant and place around the cake. This covers any imperfections on the cake. That’s it a 90s theme cake. See the final cake below. Don’t forget to pin for later.

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How to make a Barbecue Grill Cake Tutorial

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 11:17:44 +0000

Since Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, we are celebrating summer with a barbeque (woohoo). Are you ready for some grilling? By grilling, I mean a grill cake of course. In this tutorial, I will show you how to make the cake with all the trimmings for a fun barbeque. Full disclosure, I did get carried away with all the trimmings so bear with me. The trimmings (all edible) will leave you salivating for the real thing, they include fondant hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken leg, kabab, and corn on the cob. Since fathers don’t seem to get much love, this cake is perfect for Father’s Day as well (you’re welcome). Ever since I moved into my new house, I have been grilling outdoors a lot more now. I love the smokiness that you get from the outdoor grill. But, I am petrified of propane. Many years ago, I lost some eyelashes lighting the grill. So, I never light the grill. No need to worry about that, I promise my barbeque grill cake is safe. Even better, it uses fondant coal. I do guarantee that it is delicious. This page may contain affiliate links which means that if you purchase from any links directed from this website I may earn a small commission. I only recommend things that I use and love and the classes I have taken. Thank you very much for your ongoing support. So…How do you make a Barbeque Grill Cake? To make this grill cake here are some things that you are going to need: A round Cake covered in fondant (To learn how to cover a cake in fondant see post here) Brown fondant (to make your regular marshmallow fondant or brown/chocolate marshmallow fondant) Black fondant Red fondant Light green fondant Orange fondant Yellow fondant Spaghetti (Perciatelli no.6) Black edible art paint Brown edible art paint or color gel (Americolor warm brown) Silver edible luster dust Small rolling pin Circle cutter Square cutter How to make the fondant corn What’s a barbeque without corn on the cob? To make the fondant corn knead a small piece of yellow fondant and shape it into a small log. Use a piece of string and make indentation across the fondant to make kernels. Then make an indentation in the opposite direction. Make a second pass to deepen the lines. Use black edible color and paint random areas of the corn kernel. To make the husk, roll out some light green fondant and attach it to the corn on the side (this is optional). How to make the fondant hamburger To make a fondant hamburger we start with the hamburger patty. Roll out a piece of yellow/brown fondant, then use a circle cutter to shape the hamburger or shape with your hand. Add texture to the patty with a piece of crumpled foil paper. If you used yellow fondant like I did color the fondant with brown color gel diluted with vodka. Use a skewer or Dresden tool to create vertical lines. Paint the vertical lines with black edible paint. After I made my first hamburger patty I found a hamburger former that I bought a year ago from a fundraiser. I used this to create the second hamburger patty which was so much easier. Can you see the difference between the two? Fondant Lettuce To make the lettuce, roll out a small amount of green fondant really thin and cut it with a circle cutter. The lettuce does not need to be perfect. Frill the edges of the fondant to create the effect of real lettuce. Place it on the side until all the pieces for the hamburger are complete. The next thing to create is the hamburger bun. To create the hamburger bun mix some light brown fondant and white fondant. Once the colors are combined knead it into the shape of a bun. Make two buns, one for the bottom and one for the top. Flatten the bottom bun and make it smaller than the size of the hamburger patty. However, make the top bun a bit thicker and keep the edges round. Then add some shortening and sprinkle some sesame seeds. Move the sesame seeds around so it is touching different areas of the bun and looks random. Similar to the bun from McDonald’s. Now it is time to make the fondant tomato The fondant tomato is very easy to make. You are going to need two sizes of circle cutters (medium and small). Roll out a piece of red fondant, then cut it with the larger of the two circle cutter. Then use the second size cutter and make an indentation in the fondant. Make some lines in small triangles. While not shown here, add some sesame seeds to make the seeds of the tomato. Fondant Cheese The cheese is the easiest to make. Take a piece of yellow fondant and cut it into a square. Then pull out the corners. Don’t go too crazy because you are going to pull it out some more once it is on the hamburger patty. Putting it all together (Hamburger) This part is all about how you eat your hamburger. Place the hamburger patty on the bottom bun. Then add the cheese, lettuce, tomato, and then the top bun. The only thing that is missing is the condiment. Look how yummy that hamburger looks. Are salivating like I am? Ok, let’s keep going. How to make the fondant hot dog To make the fondant hot dog, roll red fondant into a sausage. Then make a little curve. Paint vertically with black edible paint. I made smaller hot dogs but you can make them longer. Fondant Kabab The fondant kabab includes green, yellow, and red fondant. Poke holes in the center of the fondant with the spaghetti (the same one used for the grill see below). Then color the yellow fondant brown. Add them in whatever order you like. At the last minute, I felt like the grill needed something else so I added a chicken leg. Make the chicken leg by rolling a piece of yellow or brown fondant into a log making the top narrow and the bottom larger. Then add some grill lines. Paint with brown color gel (don’t go as heavy as I did with the color) and add black to make it look charred. Adding the grill and the fondant coals to the cake To make coals for the grill, cut small pieces of black fondant into small squares. Then color them with silver luster dust. Add more silver to make it look like the coal is burning. I ran out of silver, but they looked fine this way. Also, adjust the height of the coals to allow the grill to fit. For the grill use a thick pasta such as Perciatelli no.6 Color the pasta with a mixture of black edible paint and silver luster dust to get a charcoal color, then measure and cut to size. Add them to the top of the cake by securing them around the corners and let them sit on the coals for support. Add small strings of red fondant in the middle of the coals to make it look like the fire (you can also paint the coals in the middle red). Then add all the trimming to the cake. Organize in whatever direction you like. For the final cake, I added some flames to the side of the cake. Added the burger and small grill spatula. Whew… I am hungry… If you loved this cake, don’t forget to share it. As always happy caking.

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