Comments on: How to Make Cactus Candy Decorations with a Video

By: Lisa

Lisa — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 02:36:01 +0000

In reply to Shannan.

Hi Shannan,

The consistency does have something to do with it, but I think it’s how we remove them from the wax paper. Here is a post I did explaining how to remove them without as much breakage.
https://thebearfootbaker.com/2013/07/remove-royal-icing-transfers-from-wax-paper/

Keep in mind the RI Transfers do break so make extras just to make sure you have enough. Store them flat in an airtight container away from sunlight and they will last for a really long time! Hope this helps!

By: Shannan

Shannan — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 16:21:24 +0000

I made a big batch of our local town’s mascot by using this method. How do you keep your transfers from breaking when removing from the wax paper? I had 12 survivors out of 30! Could it be something with the royal icing consistency? Your transfer’s are always so adorable!

By: Lisa

Lisa — Tue, 09 May 2017 00:50:17 +0000

In reply to Sandy Fickson.

Hi Sandy,

How thick is your royal icing? If I had those issues I’d make it a little thicker next time. As far as the dents or the royal icing sinking in the center, you might want to dry it with a fan or even a mini heat gun. The heat gun will help the top layer of the icing dry and it will have a really nice shine when it dries. It will also help prevent the air bubbles from popping and making craters.

Hope this helps!

Lisa

By: Sandy Fickson

Sandy Fickson — Sat, 06 May 2017 20:02:13 +0000

I need your help! How do you keep your transfers smooth and with depth once they’re dry? Mine flatten and the top ends up less than smooth once they’ve dried – even in the dehydrator. Also, sometimes when I pipe smaller circles or shapes, the center collapses, even if I “stir” the icing gently once it’s piped to get rid of air bubbles. Help!

By: Janis S. TheCookieMomster

Janis S. TheCookieMomster — Sat, 06 May 2017 16:15:51 +0000

Adorable as always! As I watched the video I thought you could also add white sprinkles while the cacti were wet for an easy peasy thorn effect. Like your idea to add tiny flowers, too. 🙂

By: TracyLH

TracyLH — Sat, 06 May 2017 13:50:21 +0000

Oh, how absolutely adorable and such the cute idea!

By: Karyn

Karyn — Sat, 06 May 2017 13:17:26 +0000

Those are the cutest Cactus I have ever seen! Thank you for doing a great step by step tutorial and adding in all of the guide sheets. You are awesome!