I like the idea of making a cake with a mousse, whipped cream or custard filling, but am wondering what could be used to cover the cake when the cake (because of the filling used) needs to be refrigerated.

This is the list I came up with : I would appreciate your views as to whether this is correct, and whether there are more choices.

OK
buttercream
ganache
cream cheese frosting
meringue frosting

Not ok
Fondant
royal icing

Sounds right to me!

boonenati posted a thread recently about a moisture resistant fondant which can be refrigerated. It's called fondX.

I don't know where to buy it, but Nati is in Melbourne and might let you know where she buys hers.

I also like the idea of filling cakes with custard or cream or buttercream.....but I'd be too scared to leave them out at room temperature!

Let us know how you go.

Yes the fondx that Nati uses is the one, I have found it in most cake decorating supply stores if you are interested.
Where in Sydney are you from??? Can't remember if I already asked...

Fondx can be purchased online http://caljavaonline.com. Just click the fondant tab on the website & the Fondx is on page two. I have ordered from this company before with no troubles. Their chocolate fondant is so fantastic tasting!

redred may need a supplier in Australia to save cost on shipping.

Let me know if you need a list of suppliers and I will post a list for you.

karen

Thanks for all your replies. It is good to know there is such a thing like fondx, I will check it out next time I am getting supplies. I was going to do some experimentation with the ready to roll I have got at the moment, to see for myself what happens when it is taken out of fridge.

Thank you Karen for your offer. I will let you know if I need a list. I don't need the fondx for a specific cake, just storing away knowledge to know what the options are.

The cake I just did with MMF I put in the fridge overnight, and it had some condensation on it for about 20 min after I took it out, but otherwise, seemed to be fine. Maybe that was just a fluke? I didn't even think about it not being refridgerated. It had royal icing flowers on it too.......