Mini sugar beads
Microbeads and nonpareils about 1 mm, in solid or multicolored shades: fine and even coverage of cake pops, cupcakes, and cake borders.
What makes them unique
Their size of about 1 mm allows for a uniform coverage impossible to achieve with larger sprinkles: full coating of a cake pop, neat border of a layer cake, colored background of a glazed cookie. Solid colors create precise blocks, multicolored mixes give the classic festive donut effect.
Application techniques
For a full coating, dip the cake pop in the icing then immediately roll it in a bowl of beads. For a cake border, apply the beads with your palm on freshly smoothed cream, turning the plate. On cookies, sprinkle on still-wet royal icing and shake off the excess after 30 seconds.
Frequently asked questions
Mini beads or sugar pearls?
Mini beads cover a surface, pearls sit as individually visible elements. Both combine well on the same decoration.
How much to plan for a border?
About 60 to 80 g for the base of a 15 cm diameter cake, more for a rising coverage.
Do they bleed?
On a set surface, no. Avoid prolonged contact with very moist cream for dark shades.
