Sorry if this is a stupid question but is candy clay different from fondant. If so, is it 100 percent edible? Does it taste good? Does anyone have any recipes? Anything important I need to know to work with it? Thanks for your help in advance, this site is awesome!
Candy clay is made with melted chocolate (usually candy melts) and corn syrup, so yes it is very edible. Most people say the chocolate version of it tastes like tootsy rolls, and I think when left out to set up has a texture alot like that too.
I have seen recipes that use glucose instead of the corn syrup, but the only recipe I have used is the Wilton one.
http://www.wilton.com/recipes/recipesandprojects/candy/candy_clay.cfm
Candy Clay
14 oz. Package of Candy Melts®
1/3 cup light corn syrup
Melt Candy Melts following package directions. Add corn syrup and stir to blend. Turn out mixture onto waxed paper and let set at room temperature to dry. Wrap well and store at room temperature until needed. Candy Clay handles best if hardened overnight.
To Tint: Candy Clay may be tinted using Wilton Candy or Icing Color. Knead in color until well blended.
To Use: Candy Clay will be very hard at the start; knead a small portion at a time until workable. If Candy Clay gets too soft, set aside at room temperature or refrigerate briefly. When rolling out Candy Clay, sprinkle work surface with cornstarch to prevent sticking; roll to approximately 1/8 in. thickness.
To Store: Prepared Candy Clay will last for several weeks at room temperature in a well-sealed container.
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