Rolled Fondant

Directions

1. 1
   Pour water into a microwave safe bowl.
2. 2
   Add gelatin and let sit for 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Microwave for 20 second intervals until gelatin is dissolved.
4. 4
   Add corn syrup and stir with fork.
5. 5
   Add shortening and stir until melted.
6. 6
   If shortening doesn't melt, microwave for 10 second intervals.
7. 7
   Add flavoring(s).
8. 8
   Pour your powdered sugar into a large bowl, making a well in the center.
9. 9
   Add liquid mixture to powdered sugar.
10. 10
    Using a greased wooden spoon carefully fold powdered sugar.
11. 11
    Turn out fondant on to a greased surface and knead like bread dough.
12. 12
    If fondant is dry add more shortening.
13. 13
    If fondant is too sticky add more powdered sugar 1 tbsp at a time.
14. 14
    Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and thin place in a zip lock bag; even better if you can vacuum seal it.
15. 15
    Let sit for 24 hours; if you don't it will be too soft and sticky.