Everything you need to know including decorating guide!

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Have you heard of cake dummy or dummies?

Not sure what a cake dummy is?

Want to know how to use dummies in cake decorating?

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Styrofoam blocks that are cut into cake shapes. Most common ones are round and square, but other shapes are also available. Available in varying heights

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Main intention of cake dummies is to replace real cake.

but why??

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Want a big cake but don't have a large guest list

Cakes are for competition and not to be eaten

Cakes are meant for display 

Want a big cake but budget  is limited

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Use hot glue to hold the blocks firmly

Apply it consistently to avoid uneven double-barrel block of cake dummy

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Yes !

Good news: There is no need to crumb coat.    You can apply the final coat of buttercream directly on it.

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Yes too!

Patch up any joints and dents with royal icing for a smooth surface to cover the fondant.

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Do this with hot glue so that the blocks stay attached firmly.  Make sure to let the hot glue set before working on the blocks further.

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Smooth royal icing into any lines or dents

Let the icing set

Apply second layer of icing with an icing scrape for a smooth surface

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Doweling/support is not required for bottom tiers Cakes can be stacked with the help of hot glue.

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Decorated dummy cakes are best kept covered.  I always keep  mine covered in large plastic bags to keep the insects away.

Can cake dummies be reused?

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Yes!

Scrape off all the icing

Wash the dummy thoroughly

 Dab and dry in open air until completely dry. Store for future reuse.

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Click below for more details, including links to purchase cake dummies!

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