Fun Cakes Fondant
Red Earth Fondant 250g
Red baked earth for Mediterranean decorations and terracotta palettes.
The Fun Cakes Red Earth fondant provides a warm terracotta shade, signature of Mediterranean palettes, terracotta, and ethnic compositions.
Red Earth is the trendy shade for Mediterranean cakes: terracotta, Marrakech, Tuscany, ochre palettes.
This 250g format is a discovery size for testing, small projects, and artisans: it covers a 15 to 18 cm cake or decorates 12 to 18 cupcakes. Ideal for color tests, cupcake toppers, small figurines, birthday decorations.
Signature shade
Red Earth 250g
Dominant pigment: allura red + iron oxide
Ready-to-use Fun Cakes fondant, naturally marshmallow scented, flexible to roll out and ideal for modeling.
Calculate your fondant quantity
Recommended quantity750 g
Recommended purchase1 pack 1 kg
Safety margin included+15%
Tip: Roll out the dough to 4-5 mm thickness on a surface dusted with powdered sugar, using a rolling pin.
Discover the Fun Cakes range
Click on a color dot to access the detailed sheet. 46 Fun Cakes shades in the catalog.
WHITES & NEUTRALS
BROWNS
REDS & ROSES
YELLOWS & ORANGE
VIOLETS & LILACS
Signature creative ideas
- Terracotta wedding cake: Red Earth covering + edible dried flowers for Provence wedding.
- Marrakech cake: Zellige patterns painted in gold on terracotta cake for oriental birthday.
- Terracotta pots: Small sugar paste pots with modeled succulents.
- Tuscan decor: Palette Red Earth + Honey Gold + Forest Green for Italian wedding.
- Travel cake: Travel birthday with suitcase + world map in colored paste.
- Shade test: Ideal size to validate a new shade before ordering in bulk.
- Discovery workshop: 1 pack per participant for cake design initiation workshops.
Features
| Content | 250g |
| Shape | Ready-to-use sugar paste |
| Brand | Fun Cakes (Netherlands) |
| Flavor | Natural marshmallow |
| Compatibility | Cake covering, cupcakes, modeling, cutouts, wedding cake |
| Dominant pigment | allura red + iron oxide |
| Covering | covers 1 cake 15-18 cm or 12-18 cupcakes |
| Gluten-free | Yes |
| Lactose-free | Yes |
Instructions for use
- Knead the sugar paste 2-3 minutes by hand to soften it.
- Sprinkle the work surface with icing sugar to prevent the dough from sticking.
- Roll out with a rolling pin into a regular disk 4-5 mm thick (3 mm for fine decorations).
- Gently lift with the rolling pin or a wide spatula, place on the cake already covered with a thin layer of buttercream or ganache.
- Smooth by hand then with a sugar paste smoother, from the center to the edges.
- Cut off excess with a pizza cutter or a smooth knife.
- Keep scraps under cling film for later reuse.
Storage
| Before opening | Room temperature, away from light |
| After opening | Under cling film + airtight bag: 2 to 3 months |
| To avoid | Refrigerator (the dough hardens), freezing (the dough cracks) |
| Covered cake | Room temperature 2 to 3 days, protected from humidity |
| If the fondant hardens | Knead between hands for 2-3 minutes to rehydrate. Add 1 drop of water if necessary. |
Note: Red Earth should not be confused with a pure red: it is an ochre earth tone. For a true red, choose Fire Red or Ruby Red.
Frequently asked questions
How to prevent fondant from cracking when covering?
Knead the fondant for 2-3 minutes to make it pliable. Roll out to 4-5 mm thickness. Smooth from the center to the edges without leaving air bubbles. If cracks appear, smooth with a finger and a drop of water.
Can this fondant be colored with food coloring?
Yes, add gel coloring while kneading. To intensify, add in small amounts. Warning: manual coloring will never give the same intensity as the original Fun Cakes shade.
How long does the fondant last once the cake is covered?
2 to 3 days at room temperature (15-22 °C), protected from humidity and direct light. Do not refrigerate (the fondant will sweat and become sticky).
Difference between the 250g, 1kg, 5kg, and 12.5 kg sizes?
The 250g is a discovery size (15-18 cm cake). The 1kg is the standard size for cake designers (22-25 cm cake). The 5kg is a pro size for workshops. The 12.5 kg is a large capacity size for schools and intensive productions.
Red Earth tip?
Red Earth should not be confused with a pure red: it is an ochre earth tone. For a true red, choose Fire Red or Ruby Red.
To go further
Complete your Fun Cakes palette with Marshmallow Fondant, Fire Red Fondant, Maroon Brown Fondant, or browse the Patissland Fondant 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.
