Now, the cake itself is covered in fondant. It looks stunning. But how do you keep it from cracking before the party? Easy. Store it in a cake box.
A cardboard cake box is your best friend. It’s like a little house for your creation. It blocks drafts and slows down evaporation. Keep the box closed. Don’t peek every ten minutes — you’ll let the dry air in!
If you live in a very dry climate (hello, Arizona!), you might need extra help. Place a slice of bread or a damp sponge inside the box, but not touching the cake. The bread will release moisture slowly, keeping the fondant supple.
Just don’t forget to remove the bread before you serve the cake. No one wants a soggy sponge next to their wedding cake. “Oh, that’s the cake’s pet mold.” Yeah, not a good look.
Troubleshooting: The Cracks Are Here
Uh oh. You see a tiny crack. Don’t panic. You can fix it. Rub a little white vegetable shortening (like Crisco) onto the crack with your finger. It will soften the fondant and let you smooth it out.
For deeper cracks, mix a tiny bit of shortening with some fresh fondant to make a paste. Apply it like spackle. Use a tiny brush dipped in water to blend the edges. It’s like magic eraser for sugar.
How To Keep Fondant From Drying Out (Plus Tips to Fix It When It's Too
And for the love of all that is sweet, don’t use plain water to “glue” cracks. Water just dissolves the fondant and makes it sticky and ugly. Use shortening or a dab of corn syrup. Trust me on this.
