The function of glycerine in fondant
What is the function of glyceine in fondant?
Is there a specific grade of glycerine used for fondant? I ask this because the one I buy in the bakery store looks no different than the one I see among cosmetics
Best Answer
Glycerine's functionality is a "moisturizer", in that it's very good at keeping moisture for a long period. In the case of fondant, it will help to keep it pliable for a longer period and help to minimize drying out too quickly when working with it (rolling out, icing sugar/cornstarch, application). It also slightly helps any sugars from crystallizing, which as you can guess, fondant has a LOT of sugar.
Note: It's the same glycerine in the cosmetic aisle.
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Is glycerin necessary for fondant?
Glycerin - Keeps the fondant soft. And, if you can't find glycerin, you can omit it. You will find that the fondant is a bit tough and needs more kneading.What type of glycerin is used in fondant?
A clear, colourless liquid with a slightly sweet taste, Baking Glycerine is mainly used to soften icing and fondant making it easier to work with, apply and best of all EAT!!Why is glycerine used in cakes?
Dr. Oetker Glycerine is mainly used to prevent a very hard set with royal icing but can also be added to cake recipes to keep your baking moist for longer. Glycerine also helps to prevent sugar crystallization in candy making.What can replace glycerin in fondant?
Substitute for Glycerin If used as a sweetener, you can use a small amount of light corn syrup, depending on the recipe. If you are making fondant you can also substitute vegetable oil but it lacks the sweetness of glycerine.Sources: Stack Exchange - This article follows the attribution requirements of Stack Exchange and is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
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