Angry Birds cupcake class

Earlier this week I had the pleasure of attending a class about making cupcakes, and using fondant to decorate the cakes with "angry bird" figures. Before I tell you more about it, I would like to thank Shyamala for the invitation to the Angry bird cupcake class. 


The instructor started the class by introducing fondant and its characteristics to us. She then went on to show us step by step how to make 2D and 3D figurines. After that she asked us to make the angry birds and a "piggie" on our own as she assisted us whenever necessary.

Step by step instruction by Nancy of Cake Connection

Her instruction was clear and precise. During her demonstration she had also cautioned us to pay attention to details when we work with fondant in order to get impressive figurines. I like that she also shared with us tips that we might never get if we just  followed instructions from a book. 

After spending a few hours working with the fondant to make the angry bird figurines, I now understand why these cupcakes sell at a high price.  So now, take a look at my Angry bird cupcakes and tell me if I have WOWED you.

2D angry bird

Brown bird (the eyebrow broke due to handling)

Yellow bird

My favorite Red bird

Cute green Piggy

Ta da!! My masterpieces at a glance

For those of you who would like to try making these angry bird figurines for your cupcakes, here are some of the tools you need.

A small paring.

A pizza cutter

A smooth, clean surface.  

A small rolling pin.

Plastic wrap or bags, to keep the extra bits of fondant from drying out while not in use.

A small paintbrush.

A small offset spatula, or other thin-bladed spatula

Round cutters and flower petal cutters


The ingredients you need to do the figurines:

Fondant

CMC powder

Flavoring essence

Food coloring, preferably gel or paste.

Powdered sugar to keep the fondant from sticking to everything.

Shortening, to repair small tears and to put on your hands.

Edible glue