What You'll Need:
- Rolling pin or drinking glass
- Small knife or kitchen tool
- Toothpicks
- Damp paper towel
- Powdered sugar or cornstarch (optional)
- Water (use sparingly)
Tips:
● Handle with Care: Gently remove cookies from packaging to avoid sticky icing.
● Color Handling: Wash hands before switching fondant colors to keep colors vibrant.
● Use small amounts of powdered sugar or cornstarch to prevent fondant from sticking.
Step 1: Prepare Your Fondant Glue
● Make Glue: Fold a paper towel, wet it lightly, and wring out excess water.
● Set Up: Keep your knife and toothpicks ready for trimming and positioning fondant pieces.
● Prevent Sticking: Lightly dust your workspace and fondant with powdered sugar or cornstarch if needed.
Step 2: Make the Letters
● Create Fondant Snakes: Roll a small amount of fondant into a long snake shape.
● Cut and Shape: Cut the snake into manageable lengths for each letter.
● Form Words: Arrange the fondant pieces to spell out words like "Love U" or "XOXO."
● Attach Letters: Wet the back of each letter with the paper towel glue and place them on the cookie.
Step 3: Make the Hearts
● Roll a small ball of red fondant.
● Shape one end into a teardrop and flatten it slightly.
● Use a paring knife or toothpick to indent the top of the teardrop, forming a heart shape.
● Vary Sizes: Create hearts in different sizes by adjusting the initial fondant amount.
● Attach Hearts: Wet the back of each heart with the paper towel glue and place them on the cookie.
Step 4: Final Touches
● Secure Pieces: Ensure all fondant pieces are firmly attached by pressing gently.
● Adjust as Needed: Use toothpicks to reposition any parts for perfect placement.