Gumpaste

Gumpaste is a specialized edible modeling material used in cake decorating to create detailed, delicate, and durable decorations like flowers, figures, and intricate designs. It’s similar to fondant but dries harder and faster, allowing decorations to hold their shape over time. Made from ingredients like sugar, cornstarch, gelatin, and glycerin, gumpaste is pliable but becomes firm when dried. It’s ideal for making realistic and intricate cake accents that need to last and display detail, making it a popular choice among professional cake decorators.