I read a post recently that told us how to make fondant shiny using a recipe that used light corn syrup with something else. I can't remember what it was. Anyone, remember with they used?

Light cornsyrup and vodka.

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Thank you both for your help. I am making dragonflies and butterflies and want to shine up the wings.

you can also try a 50/50 mix of confectioners glaze and everclear (grain alcohol)

is there an alternative to alcohol?

MimiDee, you can achieve a very similar effect by steaming the fondant with water.

Does either of these techniques leave the cake sticky?

thanks rylan

No problem.

Cgarner, the person who originally posted the recipe (CS w/ vodka) actually said that it didn't dry sticky. As for steaming, I'm not sure if it will make it sticky but I personally don't think it would. Please anyone, correct me if I am wrong.

Thanks. I will have to try it.

Great hints everyone, thank you.

I recently steamed a cake. Came out great. Had a nice shine to it. Doesn't take long. Just move the wand in front of the cake in all areas. If your uncomfortable with trying it on your finished cake. I recommend rolling out a piece of fondant and add a few little decorations just to get a feel for it and see if it acheives the look you want.
I loved it. It was fast, easy and nothing slid.