What is the difference(s) between marshmallow fondant and a fondant with a corn syrup/gelatin base? I have always used mmf (and sometimes satin ice) but i am curious as to how the other types of fondants compare in texture, flavor and workability. Anyone?

The gelatin/corn syrup based fondants like Michele Foster's fondant are much more pliable and the workability of the fondant is much better than MMF. I call it "user friendly" fondant.

I have never had a "mishap" when using MFF ...in other words I've never covered a cake...had an issue with tearing, ripping or any other problem and had to take the fondant off and redo the cake. However..I have had those issues with Wilton, MMF and Satin Ice.

Michele Foster's recipe is "hands down" the best for workability, pliability and taste. I usually make the white chocolate version and it's even more pliable than the regular fondant.

I've never heard of this fondant. Where do you get this?

Jeannie---

That is a homemade fondant.

If you want to try a good workability fondant that holds up well in high-humidity, high-heat areas, try Fondarific fondant. Check out www.fondarific.com. They are a Savannah, GA based-company; however, they can be purchased through most of the major distributors, including the one listed all over the advertisements here.

They have three base flavors: vanilla, buttercream, and chocolate. For those, you can get pre-colored in the major hues.

They also have fruit flavors that we use for cupcakes and decorations: tutti-frutti (like raspberry), cherry, chocolate cherry, orange, lemon, melon, strawberry, mocha, and others.

Check out the website. Laura and Lois are great to work with.

Paul

Ditto on Fondarific! They are wonderful people too.

I too like Fondarific best. It remains workable much longer than any other brand I've tried which is good for me since I'm not exactly the fastest decorator. It tastes good, too (my favorite flavor is buttercream).

Thanks.. : )