Like you guys i did everything right.
How to use a fondant rolling mat.
Peel away the top mats with the guides revealing a lovely smooth icing.
It left a stickiness on my fondant that i had to use so much powder sugar on so i could smooth it and the fondant began to crack.
Use gentle but firm pressure and take your time to ensure evenness in the rolled fondant.
This mat helps with precise measuring rolling and cutting of fondant or dough.
Pick up the bottom mat with the icing still on it and place it face down onto your cake.
No cornflour release spray or icing sugar required.
I ve only used it twice hate it.
It features a non stick surface for easy release.
Take your rolling pin and place it on your fondant ball.
Continue rolling and turning your fondant until all the edges line up with the markings on the measuring mat or the correct diameter is reached.
Remember you want your pin to be sugared or corn starched beforehand to prevent sticking.
Advantages to this mat are that food colours wash and wipe away easily and both the bottom and top can be used as the presentation side.
No cornflour release spray or icing sugar required.
Are you coming up too short or having issues.
Peel away the top mats with the guides revealing a lovely smooth icing.
Both mats are 50cm x 50cm.
I know this is an old post but i have to put my 2 cents in.
Get it on fmm 6 44.
Roll your fondant into a thick even disk.
Roll your sugarpaste fondant in between the 2 non stick mats.
Get your fondant right every time.
Pick up the bottom mat with the icing still on it and place it face down onto your cake.
Roll your sugarpaste fondant in between the 2 non stick mats.
I m in the market now for a new fondant rolling mat.
Easy for rolling out sugarpaste rolled fondant ready to roll icing flower paste pastillage gumpaste and other modelling pastes.
Printed with pre marked circles for exact sizing and a square grid that helps you cut precise strips.
Now here s a common beginner s mistake even though you may only need 16 inches of fondant to cover your cake you might be tempted to roll the fondant to 18 inches for insurance.