Fondant and gum paste are similar in the way that they are both sugar dough used for cake decorating. They are formulated in a similar way and vary only by the additives and preservatives that are used. Between gum paste and fondant, the former hardens more quickly and can be rolled out into a thinner layer without tearing. Therefore, gum paste is ideal for making flowers and giving petals, because once giving the petal shapes with gum paste you need to cut the edges for final shape. This would sometimes tear your fondant, but with gum paste there is no such risk.
You can finely blend the two together to make a fully equipped fondant, which can be effectively used for a special kind of hanging decorations like flowers with minimal ruffles, drapes, and overlays. As earlier said the gum paste hardens quickly that adds body and helps the fondant set up faster and firmer than fondant cannot if used alone.
Fondant gives the cake a beautiful surface that can be decorated with colorful food coloring or piped and quilted. While fondant can be tinted with a variety of FDA compliant food coloring that can be purchased from reliable edible ink suppliers.
Inkedibles is a leading supplier of edible ink products. Their fondants can be used as substitute for both fondant and gum paste. They can also be applied to other food stuff toppings such as rolled Fondant, chocolate candy or Royal Icing. Make sure to store fondants at room temperature and keep it away from heat and humidity.
Disclaimer: The information in this article does not represent any particular company’s opinions or suggestions. Edible ink printing should follow the instructions of the manufacturer from whom you buy your edible ink supplies, and it should be noted that the mixing of edible ink and regular inks should not be done.