Another question from me!
When carving out the shape of a 3-D cake is it acceptable practice to 'build up' awkward bits with cake 'scraps' (sorry I don't know correct terminology) to achieve the desired shape?
Secondly, what do you use to secure everything in place? Buttercream?
Thanks in advance
This is my first ever cake - other than regular spongecake - and it is for my son's 4th birthday. He wants 'Roary the Racing Car' (see attached pic) who is a cartoon character over here in the uk - not sure if you have him in the States.
I usually do whatever works! Built up cake scraps, extra buttercream, rice krispy treats, etc!!! If its edible and it works, its good enough for me. LOL. Also buttercream secures everything pretty well, sometimes royal is good for wheels....and a bit of water on the fondant pieces to stick together.
Good luck!
Thanks, it was just really to fill in any gaps/lumps/bumps that might appear! lol
I have done two practice runs but I did them with regular sponge which I didn't realise is harder to carve, so I've got a new recipe for the real thing. I baked one earlier so will set to work on it tomorrow!
Thanks, it was just really to fill in any gaps/lumps/bumps that might appear! lol
I have done two practice runs but I did them with regular sponge which I didn't realise is harder to carve, so I've got a new recipe for the real thing. I baked one earlier so will set to work on it tomorrow!
Chilling or freezing the cakes helps make carving easier. Also, you can use cake spackle to fill in the gaps....it's just cake mixed with buttercream. You can adjust it with more or less buttercream to suit what you are doing.
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