What You’ll Need:
- A small knife or kitchen tool
- Toothpicks
- Damp paper towel
- Template (included in Kit)
- Powdered sugar or cornstarch (optional)
Prepare Your Fondant Glue
Let’s get everything ready for a smooth decorating experience!
Make the Glue:
- Fold a piece of paper towel, wet it lightly, and wring it out.
- This will act as your "glue" for attaching fondant parts.
Set Up Your Tools:
- Keep your small knife or kitchen tool handy for trimming fondant.
- Use toothpicks to adjust and position parts as needed.
Handle Fondant Properly:
- Lightly dust your workspace and fondant with powdered sugar or cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- Be cautious not to use too much, as it can dry out the fondant. Use water sparingly to avoid melting it.
- For optimal results, it is recommended to work with cold fondant as it becomes easier to control. Additionally, using a chilled cake will provide better stability when applying the fondant, preventing it from becoming overly soft or sticky during the process.
Step 1: Craft the Snowman's Hat
Let's kick off the fun by making your snowman's charming hat!
- Grab half of the blue fondant and knead it until it's soft and smooth.
- Roll it out using a rolling pin or a drinking glass.
- Using the template, cut out a half-circle about 5 inches wide and just over 2 inches tall.
- Gently place the hat on top of your cake, aligning it with the template for a perfect fit.
Step 2: Add Fluffy Hat Details
Time to make that hat festive and cozy!
- Use about 1/3 of the white fondant.
- Roll a 1.25-inch ball and then roll it into a snake shape.
- Create a fluffy texture by lightly pressing with a toothpick or knife to resemble fur.
- Place the fur trim just below the blue hat on your cake.
For the pom-pom:
- Roll a 1-inch ball from the remaining white fondant and slightly flatten it.
- Texture it to look extra fluffy.
- Attach the pom-pom to the side of the hat, using the template as your guide.
Step 3: Decorate the Hat with Snowballs
Let's sprinkle some magic onto the hat!
- Roll small pieces of white fondant into several equally sized balls.
- Gently flatten them.
- Attach them to the blue hat in a fun, symmetrical pattern, following the template.
Step 4: Bring Your Snowman's Face to Life
Now for the most exciting part—giving your snowman his friendly face!
Use about half of the black fondant.
For the eyes:
- Roll two 0.75-inch black fondant balls.
- Shape them into ovals.
- Roll two tiny white fondant balls and press them onto the black ovals to add a twinkle to his eyes.
- Position the eyes on top of the cake, leaving space for his carrot nose and cheerful smile.
For the mouth:
- Roll five 0.5-inch black fondant balls.
- Arrange them below where the nose will go, forming a happy grin. Use the template to guide you.
Step 5: Add the Carrot Nose
No snowman is complete without his bright orange carrot nose!
- Take the orange fondant and roll it into a 1-inch ball.
- Shape it into a long cone about 1.75 inches long to resemble a carrot.
- Insert a toothpick halfway into the wide end for support.
- Attach the nose to the cake between the eyes and mouth.
Step 6: Button Him Up
Let's give your snowman some classic buttons!
- Use the remaining black fondant.
- Roll three 0.75-inch balls and slightly flatten them.
- Attach them to the front of the cake in a vertical line to form buttons.
Step 7: Wrap Him in a Cozy Border
Time to keep your snowman warm and stylish!
- Use the remaining blue fondant.
- Roll it into a ball, then into a snake about 18 inches long.
- Wrap the border around the base of the cake, trimming any excess if needed.