Here’s a cheap birthday pro tip: Try to pick (or encourage your kiddo to pick) a birthday party theme that uses things you already have. If your kid’s favorite superhero is Batman, then you probably haveplentyof things already on hand to use as decorations. So, shop your house before...
some powdered sugar to keep things from getting sticky and a bamboo skewer. I rolled the fondant out on my silicone mat, but you can also dust a large flat work surface with powdered sugar and use that.
Keep in mind that cocoa powder is best used in frostings or fondant, as opposed to cake batter – unless the cake already calls for cocoa powder, in which case you can substitute black cocoa for the regular. Like other Dutch processed cocoa powders, this is beautifully bitter...
Step 1: Roll out your fondant or gum paste to a thickness of about 3-5mm (I like it a little thick so that it holds better). Note: If you’re using fondant, you will want to knead in some tylose or CMC powder to help the fondant hold it’s shape (I generally use about 2 tsp...
“Baking Party”: Use premade cakes or cookies, and let everyone decorate their own with icing, fondant, and sprinkles. Watch shows like Cake Boss to inspire your sweet creations. “Dance Competition”: Put on some music, and see who can come up with the best moves. Play dancing games on...