I Woke Up And It Looked Like This....

Decorating By CakeInfatuation Updated 6 Apr 2009 , 4:28pm by sadsmile

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CakeInfatuation Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 12:35pm
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What happened to my beautiful cake? It looks like granny's skin! It was for my niece in lieu of a Birthday present and it's still pretty (I think anyway) but it was stunning before. Now it's a wrinkly old lady!

What can I do? Anything? Or just let it go? How do I avoid this in the future?

I used mmf and Kineret whipped topping (sort of like bettercream). It really was pretty last night. See...
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1341355&done=1
LL

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jdconcc Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 12:40pm
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I don't know why it happened but I think it's gorgeous, really cute and I think you should be proud of it. I hope someone can help with the more technical issue for future reference.

I'm sure everyone will love it!

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mbt4955 Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 12:41pm
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Here's a bump - I'm sure you will get some great input today. I don't do fondant and JUST got my first shipment of Bettercreme, so I can't help but I have read that you cannot put fondant on top of Bettercreme. That might be the problem here.

BTW ... I think your cake is gorgeous ... if that helps at all. icon_smile.gif

Martha

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majormichel Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 12:42pm
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Could it be the whipped topping?

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cylstrial Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 12:46pm
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The difference between the two pictures is amazing! I do remember someone saying not to use Bettercreme under fondant.

It's still gorgeous!

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robin5568 Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 12:46pm
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I'm going to take a stab at this from the technical point of view. "Whipped" cream implies there is a lot of air. I think that with a little time and the weight of the fondant you pushed the air pockets out leaving lines and groves.[/u]

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CakeInfatuation Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 12:50pm
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Live and learn... I had no idea you couldn't put fondant on top of bettercream. This was the first time I tried...

If someone can confirm that, I'd be thankful although... I'm not sure I'd ever take the chance again...

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robin5568 Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 12:55pm
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I always use buttercream under fondant, not a lot but a nice thin coating. I really think your issue is with the air from the whipped cream, also whipped cream is much more delicate therefore more prone to collapsing than buttercream would be.

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eneq Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 12:58pm
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i had a cake that did that when i put a whipped cream frosting underneath. yeah, definitely not a good combo especially with MMF. even with other kinds of fondant it still makes it sag. had to learn the hard way....i even did it TWICE. LOL

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mbt4955 Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 12:58pm
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Quote:
Originally Posted by robin5568

I always use buttercream under fondant




I was referring to Bettercreme, which is a whipped non-dairy icing. Buttercream under fondant --- thumbs_up.gif

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JBCakesCo Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 12:59pm
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How thick of a layer of icing did you put on before the fondant? I also put no more than a crumb coat then set the icing on top. Do you think maybe the icing underneath started melting or did you keep it in the fridge?

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butternut Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 1:02pm
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Unfortunately, I have read many times on the forums that you cannot place fondant on top of BETTERCREME. The results will be exactly what happened to yours. It is a gorgeous cake and I know you must be disappointed. I'm so sorry. It is still beautiful though.

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LadyMike Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 1:10pm
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I, too, think it is probably the whipped topping. icon_sad.gif You did a beautiful job and I'm sure she'll love it. thumbs_up.gif I know you're disappointed but you know what they say about "Live & learn", or "Learn from your experiences". icon_rolleyes.gif Most people won't have a clue - they'll probably think you did it on purpose - like a new style. icon_cool.gificon_lol.gif Enjoy yourself and have a great day with your niece! icon_wink.gif

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sweetopia Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 1:25pm
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It's still a beautiful cake if that makes you feel any better!

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Tona Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 1:25pm
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The problem is the bettercream under the fondant. I had the same thing happen to me. The cake is still very pretty.

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mommy_of_3_DDs Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 1:51pm
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Stacey it is still pretty and your neice will love it.

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Trixyinaz Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 1:53pm
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It's definately the Bettercream....it contains moisture, which we all know what happens when fondant gets "wet". Sorry this happened. Your cake is beautiful and I'm sure she'll love it nonetheless.

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FromScratch Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 2:09pm
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Yup.. it was the Bettercream for sure. You can't use whipped icings under fondant. Like Vicki said, the moisture makes your fondant turn into a gooey mess. If you want an icing with the texture of bettercream, that holds up under, and won't ruin your fondant try a meringue buttercream like SMBC. icon_smile.gif

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KookieKris Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 2:18pm
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I just wanted to say that I agree with everyone else, your cake is still really pretty and I'm sure it's super yummy too ~ It was made with love so she'll love it anyway!

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pouchet82 Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 2:34pm
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I wish my cakes looked that good when I started!!! I think the wrinkles give it nice effect. I'm sure she won't notice if you don't tell her.

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lomfise Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 2:42pm
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I have to tell you all that I often use filling with wipped cream under fondant, and also as a crumb coat. The trick is to use a very good quality fondant and to let the whipped filling 'breathe' in the fridge for at least 4 hours before covering. I don't know about MMF since I have never tried this.
In fact any kind of filling with cream, cream cheese or mascarpone has to breathe so as not to make the fondant crumble or 'sweat'.

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MacsMom Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 3:11pm
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Just echo'ing... Bettercreme disintegrates fondant. Sorry this happened! icon_sad.gif

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tonedna Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 3:16pm
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Bettercream is to soft for using underneath the fondant..Im sorry this happened!
Edna

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stampinron Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 3:23pm
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I'm glad I read this post. I just found Bettercream and really enjoy it.

I have a similar question....Can you fill a fondant covered cake with BetterCream, use a stiff dam and then crumb coat in buttercream? Or will it as a filling still cause that granny skin?

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tonedna Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 3:51pm
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I use bettercream as filling all the time with no problem.. Is using it for covering a cake with fondant when it starts to create problems. But as an icng by itself is good. All you have to know is that is a softer icing and it wont crust.
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Madiken Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 9:26pm
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I think this is still a gorgeous cake! This may be a silly question but what is "bettercream" and can you get it in Canada?

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tonedna Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 9:57pm
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Bettercream is almost like whipped cream, but is non dairy. Im not from Canada, so maybe someone else can help you with that part.
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Vylette Posted 4 Apr 2009 , 10:05pm
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Im sorry this happened too, its a really pretty cake even with the little wrinkles!

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Creative_chika Posted 5 Apr 2009 , 4:54am
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The cake looks great, sorry for the issues...

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solascakes Posted 5 Apr 2009 , 4:49pm
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shill the cake was lovely,but you already know what NOT to do next time anyway

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