Gum Paste - Can I Make It And Use It Right Away???

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SweetResults Posted 30 Nov 2006 , 1:30am
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Wilton recipe says to wait 8 hours icon_eek.gif No can do!!! Help!

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SharonZ Posted 30 Nov 2006 , 1:33am
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Wilton recipe says to wait 8 hours icon_eek.gif No can do!!! Help!




It should sit 24 hours.
Sharon

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SweetResults Posted 30 Nov 2006 , 1:45am
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Even if I am going to mix it with Fondant? Oh Dear icon_cry.gif

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kellylowe Posted 30 Nov 2006 , 1:48am
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If you are close to anywhere that sells Wilton stuff you can buy the ready to use gum paste. That is what I would do in a pinch. Or just add Gum Tex to fondant. It will dry hard and you don't have to wait.

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SweetResults Posted 30 Nov 2006 , 1:58am
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oooh Kellylowe - how much Gum Tex should I add if I am making the large batch of MMF?

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kellylowe Posted 30 Nov 2006 , 2:12pm
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I would add a Tablespoon or two to a whole batch. I work in small amounts like the size of a tennis ball at a time and add 1/4 tsp. to that.

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jmt1714 Posted 30 Nov 2006 , 3:15pm
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you can use it right away, but it is MUCH better to let it sit for a day (covered, of course).

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2sdae Posted 30 Nov 2006 , 4:03pm
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what about premaid satin ice brand? It doesn't say on tub.

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Sugarflowers Posted 30 Nov 2006 , 4:17pm
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If it says gumpaste on the Satin Ice container, it's ready to use.

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2sdae Posted 30 Nov 2006 , 4:32pm
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how much tylose powder do I add to what amount of ready to use gumpaste?
I aplogize to Sweet Results for takin over her thread! icon_redface.gif

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Sugarflowers Posted 30 Nov 2006 , 8:27pm
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Unless you want stiffer gumpaste, then you don't need to add any tylose. If you do add tylose, you will have to let it "rest" overnight.

If you need it immediately, cornstarch or powdered sugar will make it stiffer, but weaker.

For amounts - in fondant, add about 1 Tbsp. tylose to approximately 1 cup of fondant. Add in small amounts until it is "tacky". Spread shortening over the ball, wrap it twice w/plastic wrap, and then place it in an airtight container.

For pre-made gumpaste - Add about 1/2 to 1 tsp. tylose to about 1 cup of gumpaste.

HTH

Michele

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SweetResults Posted 2 Dec 2006 , 6:03pm
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No need to apologize!! I need all this info too! icon_lol.gif

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2sdae Posted 2 Dec 2006 , 6:18pm
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No need to apologize!! I need all this info too! icon_lol.gif


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