PME Cake Candy Buttons
PME Cake Candy Buttons Red 340g
PME Cake red discs for Valentine’s Day cake pops and festive drip cakes.
The PME Cake Candy Buttons Red 340g are fiery red melting discs from PME Cake, a British cake design reference. Workshop format 340g for Valentine’s Day, Christmas, and oriental wedding cake productions.
Red pairs with white and gold for a festive palette, with black for a glamorous avant-garde palette.
Signature shade
Red 340g
Dominant pigment: allura red (E129) + vanilla flavor
PME Cake Candy Buttons vanilla-flavored melting discs: melt quickly in the microwave for cake pops, drip cakes, and dipping. British brand, cake design reference.
Calculate your number of packs
Required quantity100 g
Packs needed1 pack (340g)
Safety margin included+20 %
Tip: Melt the discs in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each to avoid overheating.
Indicative coverage per project
| Project | Quantity per unit | With 1 pack 340g |
|---|---|---|
| Cake pop coating | ~8 g | about 40 to 45 cake pops |
| 18-20 cm drip cake | ~80-100 g | 2 to 3 decorated cakes |
| 25-28 cm drip cake | ~130-150 g | 2 to 3 decorated cakes |
| Shortbread biscuit coating | ~10 g | about 30 to 35 biscuits |
| Dipping strawberries/fruits | ~5 g | about 60 to 70 fruits |
| Full cake pop shell | ~15 g | about 22 cake pops |
Indicative quantities with 20% safety margin included. Use the calculator to customize.
Discover the PME Cake Candy Buttons range
7 PME Cake Candy Buttons references in the catalog. Click on a button to access the sheet.
Signature creative ideas
- Valentine's Day cake pops: Red coating on cake pop with white heart drawn with ice cream cone.
- Christmas drip cake: Red drips on white cake with tree decoration.
- 50th birthday cake pops: Festive decoration for prestigious birthday.
- Oriental wedding cake: Red drips on ivory covering for Indian weddings.
- Sports event cake pops: Red coating for sports team fans.
Features
| Content | 340 g (resealable bag) |
| Brand | PME Cake (United Kingdom), cake design specialist |
| Ingredients | Sugar + vegetable fat + milk powder + colorants |
| Dominant pigment | Allura red (E129) + vanilla flavor |
| [usage] | Coating for cake pops, drip cake, dipping biscuits/fruits |
| Casting | Microwave (30 sec at medium power) or gentle bain-marie |
| Gluten-free | Yes |
| Allergens | Contains: milk, soy. May contain traces of: hazelnut, almond. |
Instructions for use
- Pour contents into a clean, dry microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals at medium power, stirring between each.
- If Deco Melts are too thick, add 1/2 teaspoon of neutral vegetable oil to thin.
- For coating cake pops: dip quickly while rotating for an even layer, tap to remove excess.
- For drip cake: wait 2-3 minutes to cool, pour in a thin stream over the cake edges.
- Let crystallize 15-20 minutes at room temperature for complete setting.
- Keep unused Deco Melts in the resealable bag for future use.
Storage
| Before opening | Cool room temperature (15-20 °C), away from light |
| After opening | Airtight resealed bag: 6 to 12 months |
| To avoid | Heat above 28 °C, humidity, freezing |
| Decorated cake | Store 2 to 3 days at room temperature, away from humidity |
| Melted leftovers | Pour into a silicone mold, let crystallize, store in an airtight bag for 1 month |
Note: PME Cake red stains clothes and work surfaces permanently: wear a disposable apron when melting and use dedicated utensils.
Frequently asked questions
How many cake pops can I coat with 1 pack?
One 340g pack coats about 40 to 45 classic cake pops (8g of Candy Buttons per cake pop). For an 18-20 cm drip cake, plan 80-100g per cake.
How to thin Deco Melts that are too thick?
Add 1/2 teaspoon of neutral vegetable oil per 340g (sunflower or grape seed oil). Never add water, the mixture would set immediately.
Difference between PME Cake Candy Buttons and other brands?
PME Cake Candy Buttons are a British cake design staple, 340g size (between Wilton 125g and Fun Cakes 250g/1kg). Similar composition and use: sugar + vegetable fat + colorings. The 340g size offers a good price/quantity ratio for regular cake designers.
Can white Deco Melts be colored?
Yes, but only with fat-soluble food coloring. Water-soluble gel colorings instantly set the Deco Melts. Prefer the pre-colored version to save time.
Red tip?
PME Cake red stains clothes and work surfaces permanently: wear a disposable apron when melting and use dedicated utensils.
To go further
Complete your PME Cake palette with Candy Buttons White Vanilla, Candy Buttons Pink, Candy Buttons Green, or browse the Patissland Candy Melts collection.
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.
