Affiliate, Off the Beaten Path Edible Cake Adornments

October 17, 2008

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Off the Beaten Path Edible Cake Adornments

Sometimes, you just want to create a memorable cake that the people
in your PTA or church group will rave about. Have you considered
topping your cake with some off the beaten path edible ideas like
flowers? Some flowers are edible and add a distinct overall flavor,
especially if you crystallize them.

Types of Edible Flowers

There are a number of edible flowers out there that would not only
add a unique tasty element but would also be quite attractive on
the cake as decoration. For instance, lavender has a lovely aroma,
but did you know that it can be eaten as well? The white flowers on
mint plants or the red blossoms on pineapple sage are also great
visual choices.

The cream colored blooms on lemon verbena are a great choice.
Marigolds and roses can be as well. However, it is important not to
purchase them from a florist as flowers are usually treated with a
chemical there. Pick the flowers naturally from your yard or area
that you know is safe from pesticides.

Preparing the Flowers

In order to use the flowers as edible decoration, wash the flower
petals and gently dry. Whisk an egg white and then using a fine,
soft brush apply the egg white onto the petals. While the egg white
is wet, coat the flower by sprinkling baker's sugar (a superfine
variety) onto the flower and then allow to completely dry.

Be sure to shake off gently any excess sugar and place the flower
onto an absorbent towel or even wax paper to dry. For a little
variety, you can use colored granulated sugar or even sweet edible
dusting powder which can be found at most stores which carry cake
decorating supplies.

Other Non-Traditional Cake Toppers

Depending on your cake theme, you can also use non-traditional cake
toppers like nuts or coconut. To bring out the flavor, you will
want to lightly toast the nuts or coconut prior to applying to the
cake.

You can follow the same process of sugar crystallizing a flower on
your favorite fruits like grapes, orange or lemon slices, and even
berries. Candied peels from citrus fruits like lemon, lime and
orange are an idea as well as chocolate shavings, slices of your
favorite candy bar or even chocolate dipped fruits like strawberries.

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Sincerely,

Tina Blomquist

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