It's best to cover the cake with marzipan first so you don't get crumbs in the icing. Royal icing is more likely than fondant to absorb colour from the cake, so if you don't want marzipan go for a thicker layer of icing to ensure any discolouration doesn't show through – and don't ice too far ahead.

How do you store a cake after marzipan?

The traditional coat of almond icing (marzipan) should be put on the cake a week before you want to ice it, to allow its oiliness to dry out. Cover the marzipan surface with a clean tea cloth and store out of the tin or container. Icing is best left to the last few days – in my case often until Christmas Eve.

Why must marzipan be kept wrapped in plastic?

Like sugarpaste, marzipan will start to harden when it is exposed to the air so keep any unused marzipan tightly wrapped in plastic food bags. It does not need to be kept in the fridge. ... The two can react together to create mould and cracking in the marzipan.

Can you put a marzipan cake in the fridge?

Refrigerating your cakes

Fruit cakes encased in marzipan and icing will last much longer. Avoid refrigerating cakes with sugarpaste, fondant or food colouring as colours can bleed.

How long does it take for marzipan to harden?

Wait 12 to 24 hours for the marzipan to dry.

If it still feels a little soft, leave it in the oven for a little longer. Once it feels firm all over, you can take it out of the oven and wrap it in plastic to preserve it.

How To Marzipan A Cake

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Can I ice my cake straight after marzipan?

Once you have marzipanned the cake, you need to allow time for it to dry, for at least 12 hours and up to 2 days, before covering with icing. Home-made marzipan takes a little longer to dry out than the ready-made variety.

How do you store marzipan decorations?

Like sugarpaste, marzipan will start to harden when it's exposed to the air so keep any unused marzipan tightly wrapped in plastic food bags and stored in a cool cupboard until required – marzipan doesn't need to be kept in the fridge.

Does marzipan keep?

To store: Marzipan should be stored in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight for up to 6 months. Once opened the paste will dry out quickly so wrap any unused marzipan in the original wrapping and some kitchen foil and store in an airtight container.

How do you store leftover marzipan?

Overlap the plastic wrap to ensure that air cannot enter the package. Place the wrapped marzipan inside an airtight container. Store. The marzipan will keep at room temperature in a dark, dry and cool place for up to 3 weeks.

How do you keep marzipan from drying out?

Marzipan will start to harden when it is exposed to the air, so keep any unused marzipan tightly wrapped in plastic food bags. It does not need to be kept in the fridge, but do note the Best Before date if you remove it from the original packaging.

How do you get marzipan to stick to a fruit cake?

-Brush the top of the cake with the sieved jam and then leave a few minutes for it to set. (This helps the marzipan stick to the cake.) Turn the cake upside down onto the marzipan and wiggle it gently so the top is stuck firmly.

How long will marzipan decorations keep?

Marzipan dries out over time, which makes it harder to roll. Once it's on the cake, left for a week and then iced it will keep well of up to 6 weeks stored in an airtight container in a cool dark place. It doesn't 'go off' as such for months but it tastes nicer eaten sooner rather than later.

How do you get marzipan to stick?

Brush the cake with the rest of the jam so the marzipan will stick, and leave for a few minutes to set. Dust the surface with a little icing sugar, and roll out the marzipan slightly wider than the length of the string – this makes it easier to mould onto the cake. Use the rolling pin to help you lift the marzipan.

How do you store a newly iced Christmas cake?

Storing an iced cake

Once the cake has been iced, don't store it in an airtight container, or the icing will weep. Rather, place the cake in a cool, dark and dry place and covered in foil.

How do you wrap a fruit cake after baking?

Wrap each cake in several layers of cheesecloth and then in plastic wrap. Store the cakes in airtight containers in a cool dry place, but not in the refrigerator or freezer. Check carefully at least once a week, as rich, moist cakes mould very easily.

How do you store a fondant iced fruit cake?

For short term storage, cover the fondant cake with plastic wrap. Transfer the cake to a cake carrier and keep the cake at room temperature until you need it. The cake should be used within 2 to 3 days. If you used a thin layer of buttercream or glaze under the fondant, you can still store the cake at room temperature.

Does homemade marzipan need to be refrigerated?

For homemade marzipan, you can store it in the refrigerator for one month initially, and then transfer it to the freezer for a further six months if you haven't had the chance to use it.

How do you store marzipan sweets?

We make it fresh, wrap well, keep in a cool dark place and use it within a few days. Marzipan dries out over time, which makes it harder to roll. Once it's on the cake, left for a week and then iced it will keep well of up to 6 weeks stored in an airtight container in a cool dark place.

Should you leave marzipan to dry out before icing?

Marzipan should ideally dry out before you apply icing. This can take anything from one to five days, with homemade marzipan usually taking longer than ready-made. It's ready when it feels dry (it will feel quite oily at first).

How do you stick marzipan to a cake without jam?

Brush the marzipan surface with a little cooled boiled water to help the icing stick. For royal icing, you can make your own or just add water to a shop-bought royal icing mix. Simply spread the icing over the top and sides of the cake with a palette knife.

How do you store marzipan roses?

Place roses in an airtight container until ready to use. If stored at room temperature in a cool, dry place it should last up to 3 weeks.

Do I need apricot jam to ice a cake?

Basically you need something sticky to adhere the marzipan to your cake. Traditionally, apricot jam is used, but frankly I find it a pain as it's often lumpy and my Christmas spirit doesn't run to pushing jam through a sieve. ... Tradition also says that you should 'boil' your jam, but really you just need to melt it.