Hi. I wanted to make my first icing plaque tonight but screwed up the gumpaste recipe.

I don't have time to run out and buy more, so can I just use fondant alone for the plaque, and if so, how long will it need to dry before putting on top of the cake. Thanks for your help!

I have done lots of plaques using just fondant (never used gumpaste!). I either transfer them immediately or let them dry for at least 24/48 hours after painting before transfering to the cake. It depends how organised I've been timewise ! I haven't had problems either way. Hope that helps

Thank you soooo much!!!!

I always use fondant..let it dry for a good 3 days..
On this photo I used fondant using a big chocolate mold..

if you have some gum tex or gum trag you can add this to the fondant and it will make it harden quicker.

kylie

I was about to say that.. I've heard the Fixodent works great.. And I've heard the mint smell isnt that bad on your plaques either..good luck

I need the plaque for a cake I'm delivering on Saturday. Should it be dry enough by then, especially if I use the gum tex? Thanks for all of your responses.

if you use the gum tex it should dry by saturday.

kylie

I've used the Fixodent Powder and it worked pretty well.