Marshmallow Fondant

Every good cake decorator should know how to use fondant so it's time I learned.  I  have cake decorated for years and have never used any.  I looked on Pinterest for good fondant recipes and found lots of recommendations for marshmallow fondant.  Using marshmallows was a popular and easy option for making fondant.  Although the fondant remained sticky and didn't dry out as well as I had hoped, it was easy to roll out and form shapes and definitely cheaper than store bought.  


Ingredients:
- 1 bag of marshmallows
- 1 lb. powdered sugar
- 1/2 c. Crisco 
- 2-4 Tbsp. Water 

In a large microwaveable bowl, microwaving about 30 seconds at a time, melt the 16 oz. bag of marshmallows for 2 minutes.  After each 30 second interval, stir the marshmallows.  Pay close attention when microwaving to prevent the marshmallows from overflowing and making a mess.  Grease a large mixing bowl and pour in half a pound of powdered sugar.  Next, add the melted marshmallows and the half cup of Crisco.  You can use a spoon to mix, but I greased my hands with some Crisco and kneaded the mixture.  As you add the rest of the powdered sugar, start adding a little of the water at a time to get a smooth mixture.  Store in a Ziplock baggie.  If the fondant is hard for the next use, mix in a little Crisco and knead into the fondant.

* I would recommend using rubber gloves when mixing colors into the fondant and a nonstick mat to roll fondant.

This recipe is based on Little Delights Cakes Marshallow fondant.