How to Make Fondant for Kids
- 1). Mix 1/4 cup cold water with the .25 ozpackage of unflavored gelatin in a bowl. Let the gelatin granules soften in the water for five minutes. Place the bowl in the microwave and heat it on high for 30 seconds. Stir the gelatin to dissolve it.
- 2). Add 2 tbsp. shortening to the heated gelatin and stir until the shortening has melted. Add 1 tsp.glycerin, 1/2 cup of light corn syrup and 1 tsp. of vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
- 3). Measure out 8 cups of powdered sugar and sift it into a large mixing bowl. Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the powdered sugar and stir with a plastic spatula. Fold the mixture into itself with the spatula until it is fully blended together.
- 4). Sprinkle powdered sugar onto your workspace. Knead the fondant until it is smooth and pliable.
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