Attaching Fondant Flowers: Wedding Cake Perfection

Fondant flowers are a fun and creative way to decorate a wedding cake. They can be made in advance and customised to the shape and colour of your choice. In this article, we will be discussing how to attach fondant flowers to a wedding cake, including how to use royal icing, buttercream frosting, and floral wire. We will also cover the best way to add fresh flowers to a fondant cake.

Using royal icing to attach fondant flowers to a wedding cake

Fondant flowers are a fun and creative way to decorate a wedding cake. You can make them in advance and customise their shape and colour. If your fondant flowers are small and lightweight, you can attach them to your cake using a bit of buttercream frosting. For larger flowers, you can use floral wire to stick them into your cake. Another option is to use royal icing.

Royal icing is a great way to attach fondant flowers to a wedding cake. It is a simple and effective method that will keep your flowers in place. To use royal icing to attach your fondant flowers, first make sure that your flowers are completely dry. You can make your own royal icing by mixing egg whites with icing sugar. You can also buy pre-made royal icing from most cake decorating stores.

Once you have your royal icing, use a small amount to attach each flower to your cake. You can do this by dipping the base of each flower into the royal icing, or by using a small spatula to spread a thin layer of icing onto the back of each flower. Place the flowers onto your cake, pressing down gently to ensure they are secure.

If you are attaching heavy or large fondant flowers, you may need to use a thicker layer of royal icing to ensure they stay in place. You can also use a combination of methods, such as attaching floral wire to your flowers and then dipping the ends of the wire into royal icing before inserting them into your cake. This will provide extra stability and ensure that your flowers do not fall off.

Using buttercream frosting to attach fondant flowers to a wedding cake

Fondant flowers are a fun and creative way to decorate a wedding cake. They can be made in advance and customised to your liking. If you're looking to attach fondant flowers to a wedding cake using buttercream frosting, here's a step-by-step guide:

Firstly, ensure your fondant flowers are small and lightweight. This is important because larger flowers may require floral wire for support. You can make your flowers in advance and store them until you're ready to assemble your cake. When you're happy with the size and design of your flowers, it's time to attach them.

To attach fondant flowers using buttercream frosting, start by preparing your frosting. You'll need a batch of buttercream that is smooth and easy to pipe or spread. If your frosting is too thick, thin it out with a small amount of liquid, such as water or milk. Once your frosting is ready, you have a few options for attachment.

One method is to use a piping bag fitted with a small round tip. Pipe a small amount of frosting onto the back of each fondant flower, then gently press it onto the desired spot on your cake. Hold it in place for a few seconds to ensure it adheres properly. This method is ideal for smaller flowers and allows for precise placement.

Alternatively, you can spread a thin layer of frosting onto the cake with an offset spatula or the back of a spoon. Gently press the fondant flowers into the frosting, adjusting their position as needed. This method works well for larger flowers or when you want to cover a bigger surface area with flowers.

When attaching fondant flowers, it's important to work quickly, especially if your frosting is soft and prone to melting. If your flowers have multiple layers or intricate details, you may need to use a combination of these methods to ensure secure attachment.

Finally, once your flowers are in place, you can add any final touches, such as dusting with edible glitter or spraying with edible colour mist for a shiny finish. Your wedding cake will now be beautifully adorned with fondant flowers, ready to be displayed and enjoyed at the celebration.

Using floral wire to attach fondant flowers to a wedding cake

If your fondant flowers are small and lightweight, you can attach them to your cake using buttercream frosting. However, for larger flowers, you can use floral wire to stick them into your cake. To do this, you can make a hook at the end of the wire and dip it into a mixture of three parts water and one part gum arabic. Then, put the wire through the top of the flower, through the centre, so the hook comes through the top and gives a little more stability. You can also wrap the flower around the wire when you are making it.

Adding fresh flowers to a wedding cake

To avoid this, cut your main large flower and a few smaller flowers to accent it. Trim some plastic wrap to about a 3"x3" square. Take about 4" of floral tape and give it a stretch to activate the stickiness. Wrap the floral tape around the plastic wrap to secure it to the flower. Now you can insert the flower into the cake without fear of the water leaking into the cake. You can also use a product called Safety Seal, which is food-safe wax that, when melted, you can dip the stems of flowers into to seal them.

Another method is to use bubble tea straws to help keep the flowers in place at the right angles. Trim the straw to be a few inches, and insert it into the cake at the desired angle (pressing it fully into the cake). Then, simply slip the flower stem into the straw opening. If there is a barrier between the cake and the flowers, you don’t have to wrap the stems.

Adding fresh flowers should be done just before the event. Leave yourself a good hour to do this. Avoid touching the top of the flowers as they can bruise easily.

Adding faux flowers to a wedding cake

If your fondant flowers are small and lightweight, you can attach them to your cake using buttercream frosting. For larger flowers, use floral wire to stick your flowers into the cake. You can also attach flowers to wire by wrapping the flower around the wire when you're making it, or by dipping the end of the wire in a mixture of water and gum arabic and pushing it through the centre of the flower.

If you're in a hurry, you can also add faux flowers to the top of a wedding cake without attaching them.

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