The frosting sheets, also known as cake toppers are very thin layer of no flavor icing come on a plastic backing. They are easy and convenient to trim to size and cake be applied directly on to sugar paste or Royal icing. These sheets are made from FDA compliant ingredients and are safe to be used for human consumption. Now you can add any picture, image or logo printed on to icing sheets to your homemade treats, cakes and cupcakes. You can also prove your talent by making professional-quality cakes right at your kitchen.
Using of cake topper must be done with utmost care and careful hands. Always handle your icing sheet with dry hands. If you need to cut out an image, do that before peeling off the backing and when it is still flexible. Always use clean and very sharp scissors or a craft knife when cutting the sheet.
Use the cake topper before the icing on the cake sets to form a coat or crust, and carefully take out the icing sheet from the backing and apply it right on the iced cake. This process has to be done with precision and carefully smoothing with your dry hands. Once it is done, you can then decorate by piping over icing sheets but be careful not to stick in or touch the sheets with anything. These are so much fun and your guests will talk about your creativity forever!
One important thing is never let water come in contact with the frosting sheet, else the sheet will melt and the picture will be ruined.
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.