Long snubbed by serious pastry chefs, the most malleable of icings is making a comeback. Fondant and marzipan fruit top vanilla sponge- and chocolate blackout cakes created for T by Sarah Hardy, the ...

If you are a sweets gal like I am, you’ve probably had your fair share of fondant—whether you know it or not. It can be polarizing, but when made well, it can elevate a cake or pastry, especially if ...

One look at a marbled cookie, and you'll be inspired to make one for yourself immediately. But the question is, how do get such a perfect and realistic marble effect? The answer is simpler than you ...

This satisfying dessert decorating video showcases creative chocolate cake hacks and decorating techniques using chocolate cake layers, whipping cream, cocoa powder, melted chocolate, Oreo cookies, ...

What is a cake without its fondant? The fondant is what adds beauty to cakes. Making fondant requires a precise technique; it needs to be smooth and preferably have a clean finish, as it can make or ...

Cakes are getting more intricate and beautiful thanks to food reality shows and celebrity pastry chefs. Fondant is the key to a truly unique cake — and with a little practice you can create beautiful ...

This edible sugar dough is the key to making elaborate decorated cakes. Alexandra Domrongchai is a food and travel writer based out of New York. With years of experience in the restaurant industry, ...

Mary Berry has never looked more horrifed than when she discovered a Bake Off contestant had used readymade fondant icing. We asked top bakers - was it such a crime? Fondant fiasco: Great British Bake ...

This is a quirky take on one of my favourite miniature treats – and the decorations help cover any imperfections Fondant fancies are one of my favourite miniature treats, so I decided to liven them up ...

After 10 weeks of twisted plaits, collapsing caramels and sunken sponges, it was fondant fancies that let them down. When the three Great British Bake Off finalists attempted the sugary, bite-size ...