The only difference is a more solid decoration to work with unlike frosting that to melt or mush. Yet, while they have similar functions, it's important to know how marzipan and fondant differ.

Five simple steps for how to cover your cake in marzipan and royal icing. Watch the technique videos for more information and see the recipe tips (below) for how to create the simple Christmas ...

4. Mix in the almond paste and stir till well blended. Leave to cool. 5. When cool, whip egg white till stiff. Add the almond paste and icing sugar to this and mix and knead well till smooth.

Discover the benefits and pitfalls of fondant and royal icing, find out how to cover your cake with marzipan (and how to ice without it) and learn a few simple decoration techniques to put the ...

Press the fig open - but don't flatten it - and stuff each one with the chocolate, nuts and little chunks of marzipan until you ... and mascarpone together. Add icing sugar to taste (remember ...

Marzipan Easter Egg: These yummy Easter treats are filled with ... In a grinder, add crushed cashew nuts and most of the icing sugar. Blend in batches to form a fine powder. 4. Sieve the cashew-sugar ...

Mr Kipling has launched Simnel Slices ahead of Easter, with the hope of luring shoppers aged 45 and over. Inspired by the traditional fruit cake eaten at Easter, the limited-edition slices feature a ...