Renshaw - Extra Fondant
Renshaw Extra Red Fondant 250 g
Renshaw Extra fondant, red, 250 g format for covering and modeling
Overview
The 250 g Renshaw Extra Red Fondant is a ready-to-use fondant from the British brand Renshaw, a cake design reference since 1898. Its firm and elastic texture allows for smooth cake covering, precise figure modeling, and detailed decorations. A subtle vanilla flavor that does not mask the cake inside.
Renshaw Extra red is colored with Allura Red AC (E129), a vivid shade sought after for Christmas cakes, Valentine's Day cakes, and red velvet layer cakes.
Features
250 g
Format
Firm and elastic
Texture
Several months
Storage
- Leading British brand: Founded in 1898, Renshaw is used by professional pastry chefs and cake designers worldwide.
- Ready to use: Homogeneous texture straight out of the package, requiring minimal kneading.
- Firm and elastic: Works without tearing or excessive elasticity, suitable for both covering and modeling.
- Red shade: Warm, vivid color, colored with Allura Red AC (E129).
- Compatible with all colorants: The shade can be adjusted with oil-soluble or water-soluble colorants.
Usage tips and occasions
- Red velvet layer cakes: Covering that matches the color of the cake inside.
- Valentine's Day cakes: Romantic hearts and draping for February 14.
- Christmas decorations: Yule logs and decorated cookies with traditional red-and-white designs.
- Glamorous wedding cakes: Vintage-style weddings with a red-and-gold palette.
- Themed birthdays: Superheroes, ladybugs, and strawberries for children's parties.
Instructions
- Take the fondant out 30 minutes before use to bring it to room temperature.
- Knead for a few minutes to soften it until smooth and homogeneous.
- Roll out on a work surface dusted with powdered sugar or cornstarch (never flour), to a thickness of 3 to 4 mm.
- Place over the cake, previously covered with ganache or smooth buttercream, then smooth with a fondant smoother.
- Cut off the excess at the base with a knife or cutter. Keep the scraps in an airtight bag for reuse.
- Store unused fondant in an airtight bag at room temperature, away from light and heat.
Complete technical specifications
| Brand | Renshaw (United Kingdom) |
| Range | Renshaw Extra |
| Color | Red |
| Format | 250 g |
| Texture | Firm and elastic, ready to use |
| Flavor | Subtle vanilla |
| Ingredients | Sugar, glucose syrup, palm oil, humectant (vegetable glycerol), emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), stabilizers (carboxymethyl cellulose, gum tragacanth), preservative (potassium sorbate), color (Allura Red AC, E129), flavoring. Composition may vary slightly between batches; check the package label. |
| Allergens | May contain traces of tree nuts (almonds), soy, egg, and milk depending on production conditions. Check the package label for allergens specific to the batch. |
| Storage | Airtight bag, room temperature (15–25 °C), protected from light. Do not refrigerate. |
Please note
Suggested quantity: Allow approximately 500 g for a round cake 15 cm in diameter, 750 g for 20 cm, and 1 kg for 25 cm (add 20% for scraps). Roll out to at least 4 mm to prevent cracking.
If the fondant dries out while working, add 1 to 2 drops of food-grade glycerin and knead for 1 minute to restore its original flexibility.
The color used for this shade (Allura Red AC, E129) may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Renshaw Extra and Renshaw Pro?
Renshaw Extra is the brand's original range, in the classic format for covering and modeling. Renshaw Pro offers a more refined palette of designer shades for professional cake designers. Both ranges provide the same quality of texture and elasticity.
How much fondant is needed to cover a cake?
Allow approximately 500 g for a round cake 15 cm in diameter, 750 g for 20 cm, and 1 kg for 25 cm. For a tiered cake, add the quantities for each tier, plus a 20% margin for scraps.
Is Renshaw Extra red subject to a warning for children?
Yes: the shade is colored with Allura Red AC (E129), which may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. The regulatory statement appears on the package label.
Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
