Fondant Dogwood Blossoms

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
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Health score
1%
Fondant Dogwood Blossoms
45 min.
60
6kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests with delightful and elegant treats, Fondant Dogwood Blossoms are the perfect choice! These charming, flower-shaped bites not only look stunning but are also a fantastic addition to any antipasti platter or as a sweet snack at your next gathering. Made with simple, accessible ingredients, this recipe is entirely vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences.

The process of creating these blossoms is both enjoyable and rewarding, allowing you to unleash your creativity while crafting beautiful decorations for your desserts. The delicate touches of green and gold luster dust provide a professional finish that will leave everyone talking about your impressive baking skills. They may appear intricate, but you'll find that with just a few essential tools, you can achieve stunning results right in your own kitchen.

This recipe yields a generous 60 servings, making it perfect for events or celebrations where you want to leave a lasting impression. Not only are they low in calories—6 per blossom—but they are also incredibly cost-effective, ensuring that you can add a touch of elegance to your presentation without breaking the bank. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create these lovely Fondant Dogwood Blossoms that will delight both your eyes and taste buds!

Ingredients

  • 60 servings dogwood blossom cutter 
  • 60 servings blossom mold 
  • 60 servings cornstarch 
  • 60 servings gold luster dust green
  • 24 ounce fondant white
  • Leaf mold 
  • Leaf cutter 
  • 24 ounce fondant white

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • plastic wrap
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Sprinkle cutting board with cornstarch; roll 6 ounces of fondant to 1/8-inch thickness.
  2. Cut out blossoms, using dogwood blossom cutter.
  3. Remove excess fondant. Keep remaining fondant covered with plastic wrap.
  4. Brush blossom mold lightly with cornstarch to prevent sticking.
  5. Place 1 cutout blossom on mold; cover with mold top, and gently press to form blossom. Carefully remove blossom, and place in a flower former to dry (about 24 hours). Repeat procedure until you have 5 dozen blossoms.
  6. Pipe a dot in the center of each blossom using tip #233 (Wilton).
  7. Let dry 6 hours.
  8. Dust center of each blossom lightly with green luster dust using a small soft-bristle paintbrush. Lightly dust each blossom tip on center edge with gold luster dust using a small paintbrush.
  9. Roll out fondant as directed above.
  10. Brush leaf mold with cornstarch.
  11. Cut out leaves with leaf cutter. Gently press onto leaf mold to form veins.
  12. Place in flower former to dry (about 24 hours). Repeat until you have 7 dozen leaves. Lightly dust with green luster dust.
  13. Note: If you don't have a plastic flower former, cut a paper towel cardboard tube in half lengthwise.

Nutrition Facts

Calories6kcal
Protein4%
Fat2.2%
Carbs93.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.4
Glycemic Load
0.13
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.38000000575962%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:5.6kcal
0.28%
Fat:0.01g
0.02%
Saturated Fat:0g
0%
Carbohydrates:1.29g
0.43%
Net Carbohydrates:1.14g
0.41%
Sugar:0.01g
0.01%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:0.15mg
0.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.05g
0.11%
Iron:1.14mg
6.34%
Source:My Recipes