Quick Pour Fondant Icing Recipe

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Quick Pour Fondant Icing Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 25, 2023

Learn how to make a quick and easy pourable fondant icing that will add a beautiful finish to your cakes and pastries. This recipe requires only a few simple ingredients and can be prepared in no time. The smooth and glossy texture of this fondant icing will elevate your desserts to the next level, leaving your guests impressed. Perfect for both professional bakers and home cooks, this pourable fondant icing is a must-try recipe!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup corn syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring (optional)

Directions

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, sift the powdered sugar to remove any lumps.
  2. Add the water and corn syrup to the bowl and stir well until combined.
  3. Place the bowl in the microwave and heat on high for 1 minute.
  4. Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave and stir the mixture.
  5. Return the bowl to the microwave and heat for an additional 30 seconds.
  6. Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. If desired, add a few drops of food coloring to the mixture and stir well.
  8. The fondant icing is now ready to be poured over your cakes or pastries.
  9. Allow the icing to cool and set before serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Pourable fondant icing is commonly used in professional bakeries to achieve a smooth and flawless finish on cakes.
  • You can customize the color of the fondant icing by adding different food coloring.
  • This quick and easy recipe is a great alternative to traditional rolled fondant, as it saves both time and effort.