Cake Design
HOMEMADE SUGAR PASTE RECIPE
5.0/5 · 3 ratingsDid you know? Sugar paste is often considered the artist's canvas in cake design. Its invention revolutionised the world of cake decorating, making it possible to turn cakes into edible works of art.
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 5 min
- Total
- 55 min
- Servings
- Couvre un gâteau de 20cm
- Calories
- 390 kcal
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Steps
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Lightly grease your utensils with vegetable shortening.
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Soak the gelatine in the cold water, then melt it in a bain-marie or in the microwave.
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Gently warm the glucose syrup with the glycerine.
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Pour the icing sugar into the mixer bowl and start mixing at medium speed.
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Add the gelatine mixture, glucose and glycerine to the icing sugar, then the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the vegetable shortening until a smooth, homogeneous paste is obtained.
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Wrap the sugar paste in cling film and leave it to rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Can sugar paste be flavoured with other flavours?
Yes, you can add other flavourings such as almond, lemon or chocolate.
How do you roll out sugar paste evenly?
Use a non-stick rolling pin and thickness guides for a smooth, even result.
Can homemade sugar paste be coloured?
Absolutely, knead in gel colourings to achieve the desired shade.
How do you prevent sugar paste from sticking to the cake?
Lightly brush the cake with syrup to help the sugar paste adhere without sticking.
How do you make a less sweet sugar paste?
Slightly reduce the quantity of icing sugar and replace it with cornflour.
At what temperature should sugar paste be stored?
Store it at room temperature, in a cool, dry place.
How do you make sugar paste more pliable?
Knead it with a little vegetable shortening such as Crisco.
Can sugar paste be used on all types of cakes?
Yes, but avoid overly moist fillings that could dissolve it.
How do you apply sugar paste to cupcakes?
Roll the paste out thinly and use a cutter the size of your cupcakes.
How far in advance can a cake be decorated with sugar paste?
It is best to decorate the cake on the day it is to be eaten for optimal freshness.
Vanilla sugar paste works wonders in cake design for covering cakes and cupcakes. Its flexibility allows you to create refined decorations and precise modelling. Perfect for beginners and experts alike, this homemade recipe offers you a tasty alternative to shop-bought versions.
- Preparation
- 20 minutes
- Servings
- Covers a 20cm cake
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