I normally don't make cakes that are covered in fondant and I have my first fondant wedding cake due on Saturday. I am starting to get a little nervous. Can anyone give me anymore pointers, tips, etc?? I read not to put a lot of buttercream on the cake (underneath the fondant) is that correct?? Also, how thick should I roll the fondant out to be?? I am worried about it sagging, etc. The bride doesn't want ganache, she wants buttercream. I read that I should let the cake settle, but that putting it in the freezer/fridge can cause problems....What procedure do you guys do to get a smooth looking fondant covered cake...this is going to be a 4 tier stacked cake.

Using a SMBC or IMBC will help give you clean edges if she doesn't want ganache. I always put my iced cakes in the fridge/freezer before covering with fondant. It would help to know what type of fondant you're using as well. Typically 1/4-1/8 in. when rolling out. I use the mat. It takes a little longer, but it's so much easier to pick up and cover larger cakes. You can get a substantial layer of buttercream under the fondant without it sagging. Just make sure to chill your cakes. To help settle the cakes, put a cake pan on top of a torted/filled cake and put a heavy object (can of beans, etc) inside and let sit. This will help get rid of bulges under the fondant. Then smooth and crumb coat.

You are brave to do a fondant covered 4 tier wedding cake as your first....ive made a bunch of fondant ones and it takes a while to master...post pics when its done....are you making the fondant urself? Because it can be tempermental at times....let us know how it turns out Good luck!!

Sweetie78 - thank you so much!!

Yay...the cake is done. Thanks to those of you who took the time to answer my questions and help me out!!

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beautiful! Great job!

Very sweet cake! You did a great job and now. . . on to the next! YAY!!!

Great job! So happy for you!

Thanks everyone!! I learned a lot from this cake. I know what to do (and not do) on the next one. I don't fear fondant anymore. LOL!!