This was such a fun cake! Here is the original concept:
The exposed surface of the cake is not actually cake, but fondant that had been made to look like cake:
To achieve the effect, I first covered the cake in a layer of chocolate fondant. I took the matching coloured fondant, mixed it with a bit of water, then melted it it down until it had a paste-like consistency. The melted fondant was then dabbed onto the surface, thus creative that rough texture.
For the layers of filling, cream coloured fondant strips were applied, then roughed up using a paring knife. A thin line of red food colouring was painted on to create the look of jam.
The actual cake inside was chocolate cake with mango buttercream, and the strategically placed crumbs you see at the bottom of the cake are actually made from torn pieces of fondant.
Love this idea Rose!!! Looks awesome as usual. If I lived in Calgary I’ld ask to come work for you for free 😉
Jo-Anne
That is such a fabulous idea!!! Now, I have to ask…why is someone celebrating a half birthday?? Hahaha…or is it a a 53rd Party???
Hi Jen!
Good question – the cake was actually for a surprise party, the idea being that the recipient would not be expecting a cake on such a day!
Thanks for looking!
-Rose
Wow! I thought I knew the only person who celebrated half birthdays. What a great cake, and a fabulous blog!
I love your work .. is soooooo beautiful!!!!
Woooooow!!! I am so glad someone finally shares info about their cakes.. i am saving your site and I will read all your blogs from now on.. Thank you. I am a hobby baker and never really took formal classes, so everything I learned is from the internet. Neither do I have any friends who is into baking! From learning high altitude baking to staking cakes,, all from online. Ill be a regular reader here for sure! Thank you!
Your cakes are fantastic!