Wilton Icing Color
Gold Yellow gel colorant
Warm golden yellow, signature of indulgent pastries.
The Wilton Golden Yellow gel colorant delivers a deep, warm yellow with a slight golden-orange tint. Essential for honey tones, ripe wheat, straw, and golden autumn decorations.
Golden Yellow suits rural themes, gold decorations (without metallic gilding), honey-lemon pastries, and warm compositions like late summer and early autumn.
Signature shade
Gold Yellow
Dominant pigment: tartrazine + sunset yellow
Appearance on white fondant and royal icing. Adjustable from pastel to saturated depending on dosage.
3 shades depending on dosage
Pastel
1 tip
for 500 g
for 500 g
Standard
3 tips
for 500 g
for 500 g
Intense
5 to 7 tips
for 500 g
for 500 g
One tip corresponds to the amount taken at the end of a clean toothpick.
Calculate your dosage
Recommended dosage3 tips
Incorporation techniqueKnead 5 min
Rest time30 min
Gold Yellow intensifies while resting: slightly underdose at initial application.
Discover other Wilton shades
Click on a swatch to access the detailed sheet. 20 Wilton shades in the catalog.
BASICS
PINKS
YELLOWS & ORANGE
GREENS
BLUES
PURPLES
Signature creative ideas
- Honey cake: Golden Yellow buttercream + honeycomb patterns drawn with toothpick for hive effect.
- Sunflower: Buttercream petals with tip 104 + Brown center for realistic flower.
- Country cake: Golden Yellow fondant + spun sugar wheat stalks.
- Ripe wheat decorations: Mixed with Brown for a ripe wheat effect on rustic cake.
- Honey macarons: Golden Yellow shell with honey-rosemary ganache.
Features
| Content | 28.3 g |
| Form | Concentrated gel in jar |
| Brand | Wilton (USA) |
| Compatibility | Fondant, buttercream, royal icing, sponge cake, cream |
| Dominant pigment | tartrazine + sunset yellow |
| Gluten-free | Yes |
| Kosher / Halal | Not certified |
Instructions for use
- Take the desired amount with a clean toothpick, lightly touching the gel surface.
- Incorporate into the mixture and mix gradually.
- For sugar paste, knead 5 to 8 minutes until fully uniform.
- For buttercream and royal icing, whip or spatula gently to avoid bubbles.
- Let rest the recommended time: the color naturally intensifies after a few minutes.
- Adjust in small amounts if the shade is too pale.
Storage
| To store | Store in a dry place at room temperature (15 to 25 °C) |
| Keep out of direct light | Reseal tightly after each use |
| After opening | 2 years in a properly closed jar |
| To avoid | Refrigeration (makes the gel thicker) |
Note: Golden Yellow intensifies while resting: dose slightly less, then adjust after 30 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Wilton colorant suitable for coloring chocolate?
No. Wilton gel colorants are water-based, incompatible with chocolate. To color chocolate or ganache, use oil-based colorants.
How many jars for a 3-tier wedding cake?
A 28 g Wilton jar covers about 8 to 10 kg of sugar paste or 5 to 7 kg of buttercream depending on the desired intensity. One jar is enough for most 3-tier wedding cakes.
Does the color remain stable over time?
Yes, on fondant and sugar paste the color lasts several weeks away from light. On buttercream and cream, keep refrigerated for 5 to 7 days.
How to get a lighter or darker shade?
To lighten: add white (extra white fondant) or reduce the amount. To darken: add an extra half tip and let rest 30 minutes before judging.
Golden Yellow tip?
Golden Yellow intensifies while resting: dose slightly less, then adjust after 30 minutes.
To go further
Complete your Wilton palette with Black, Intense Red, Light Pink, or browse the Patissland Gel Colorants 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.
