Wilton Icing Color
Gel Color - Wilton Set of 8
The Wilton signature set: 8 essential shades to start a complete palette.
The Wilton Gel Color Set of 8 gathers the eight fundamental shades to cover the essentials of pastry decoration. A selection designed to cover the full color spectrum: neutrals, saturated primaries, bright green, and golden yellow.
Ideal for starting cake design decoration, for gifting a pastry enthusiast, or for completing an educational workshop. Each 28.3 g pot colors several kilos of mixture, equivalent to 8 to 10 wedding cakes.
The 8 shades of the set
Click on a shade to access its detailed sheet (creative ideas, dosages, chef tips).
Set advantage
| Composition | 8 pots of 28.3 g + presentation box |
| Total quantity | 226.4 g of concentrated coloring gel |
| Full coverage | 60 to 80 kg of sugar paste or 40 to 50 kg of buttercream |
| Savings vs single units | The set is about 13% cheaper than buying the 8 pots separately |
| Presentation | Wilton-branded cardboard box, ideal for a pastry gift |
Signature combinations from the set
- Autumn Palette: Golden Yellow + Red Red + Leaf Green for maple leaves and seasonal decorations.
- Romantic Palette: Pink + Ivory + Violet for wedding cakes with pastel flowers.
- Graphic Palette: Black + Red Red + Royal Blue for modern contrasting decorations.
- Baby Shower Palette: Pink + Ivory + Violet in very small amounts for soft baby clothes.
- Tropical Palette: Royal Blue + Leaf Green + Golden Yellow for summer cakes and exotic fruits.
- Christmas Palette: Red Red + Leaf Green + Ivory for wreaths and stylized trees.
Common instructions for use
- Take the desired amount with a clean toothpick, lightly touching the surface of the gel.
- Gradually incorporate into the mixture and stir gently.
- For the sugar paste, knead for 5 to 8 minutes until the color is even.
- For buttercream and royal icing, whip or spatula gently to avoid bubbles.
- Let rest 15 to 30 minutes: the color naturally intensifies.
- Mix colors together to create custom shades.
Storage
| Storage | Dry place, room temperature (15 to 25 °C) |
| Keep out of direct light | Close tightly after each use |
| After opening | 2 years in properly closed jars |
| To avoid | Refrigeration (makes the gel thicker) |
Note: To start cake design, take small amounts (a toothpick tip) then adjust gradually. Mixing 2 shades from the set allows creating more than 20 intermediate tones.
Frequently asked questions
Which colors are missing from the Set of 8?
The set does not include pastel shades (Sky Blue, Creamy Peach), browns (Brown), or red variants (Red No Taste, Burgundy, Christmas Red). These complementary shades are available individually.
Can all colors be created with this set?
The set covers 80% of pastry decoration needs. Mixing Yellow + Blue gives a green different from the included Leaf Green, and Pink + Ivory gives an original dusty pink.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is precisely the recommended set to start cake design: 8 shades are enough to cover the essentials of techniques (fondant, buttercream, royal icing).
Is the Set of 8 suitable for chocolate?
No. Like classic Wilton colorants, these gels are water-based and incompatible with chocolate. To color chocolate or ganache, use oil-soluble colorants.
Box tip?
The Set of 8 is an excellent pastry gift: its Wilton-branded cardboard box keeps well and offers a neat presentation. Also ideal for group workshops.
Complete the set
To expand the palette of the Set of 8, add complementary shades like Brown, Sky Blue, Creamy Peach, 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.
