FUNCAKES Deco Melts
Red Deco Melts 250 g
Red melting wafers for Valentine's Day cake pops and festive drip cakes.
FUNCAKES Red Deco Melts 250 g are fiery red melting wafers, ideal for Valentine's Day cake pops, festive drip cakes, and Christmas creations.
Red pairs well with white and gold for a festive palette, and with black for a glamorous palette.
Key features
- Size
- 250 g
- Resealable bag
- Melting
- Microwave for 30 seconds
- Short bursts, or a gentle bain-marie
- Flavor
- Vanilla
- FUNCAKES Melting Wafers
Signature shade
Red 250 g
Dominant pigment: Allura Red (E129) + vanilla flavor
FUNCAKES Vanilla-Flavored Melting Wafers: melt quickly in the microwave for coating cake pops, drip cakes, and dipping.
Recommended uses
- Cake pop coating: an even layer achieved by quickly dipping and rotating.
- Drip cake drips: drizzled in a thin stream around the edges while still fluid.
- Dipping fruit and biscuits: partially or fully dipped for a delicious finish.
- Making mendiants and candies: poured into a silicone mold for small treats to give as gifts.
Quantity guide
Illustrative example based on the parameters below. Adjust the quantity for your project.
| Type of use | Cake pop coating |
|---|---|
| Number of pieces | 12 |
| Required quantity | 100 g |
| Packs needed | 1 pack (250 g) |
| Safety margin included | +20 % |
Tip: Melt the wafers in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval to prevent overheating.
Approximate coverage per project
| Project | Quantity per item | With 1 pack of 250 g |
|---|---|---|
| Cake pop coating | ~8 g | about 25 to 30 cake pops |
| 18-20 cm drip cake | ~80-100 g | 2 to 3 decorated cakes |
| 25-28 cm drip cake | ~130-150 g | 1 to 2 decorated cakes |
| Coating shortbread biscuits | ~10 g | about 20 to 25 biscuits |
| Dipping strawberries/fruit | ~5 g | about 40 to 50 pieces of fruit |
| Full cake pop coating | ~15 g | about 15 cake pops |
Indicative quantities include a 20% safety margin. Use the calculator to customize.
Explore the Deco Melts range
16 FUNCAKES Deco Melts varieties in the catalog. Click a swatch to view the product page.
WHITES & FLAVORED
REDS & PINKS
YELLOWS & ORANGE
GREENS
BLUES & PURPLE
BLACK & CHOCOLATES
Signature creative ideas
- Valentine's Day cake pops: Red coating on a cake pop with a white heart drawn using an icing cone.
- Christmas drip cake: Red drips on a white cake with a Christmas tree decoration.
- 50th birthday cake pops: Festive decoration for a milestone birthday.
- Oriental wedding cake: Red drips over an ivory covering for an Indian wedding.
- World Cup cake pops: Red coating for a sporting event.
Features
| Net weight | 250 g (resealable pouch) |
|---|---|
| Brand | FUNCAKES (Netherlands) |
| Ingredients | Sugar + vegetable fat + milk powder + coloring agents |
| Main pigment | Allura Red (E129) + vanilla flavor |
| Use | Coating for cake pops, drip cakes, dipping biscuits/fruits |
| Melting | Microwave (30 sec at medium power) or gentle double boiler |
| Gluten-free | Yes |
| Allergens | Contains: milk, soy. May contain traces of: hazelnut, almond. |
Instructions
- Pour the contents into a clean, dry microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals at medium power, stirring between each interval.
- If the Déco Melts are too thick, add 1/2 teaspoon of neutral vegetable oil to thin them out.
- To coat cake pops: dip them in one smooth, turning motion for an even coating, then tap to remove the excess.
- For a drip cake: wait 2-3 minutes for it to cool, then drizzle a thin stream around the edges of the cake.
- Leave to set for 15-20 minutes at room temperature to harden completely.
- Store unused Déco Melts in the resealable bag for future use.
Storage
| Before opening | Cool room temperature (15-20 °C), away from light |
|---|---|
| After opening | Resealed airtight bag: 6 to 12 months |
| Avoid | Temperatures above 28 °C, humidity, freezing |
| Decorated cake | Keeps for 2 to 3 days at room temperature, away from moisture |
| Leftovers after melting | Pour into a silicone mold, leave to set, and store in an airtight bag for 1 month |
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, our advice
Which food coloring gives an intense red?
Allura Red AC (E129). In accordance with European regulations, this color may have adverse effects on activity and attention in children. (See the Note box.)
Does Red stain easily?
Yes, it permanently stains clothing and work surfaces: wear a disposable apron while melting.
What occasions can you use Red for?
For Valentine's Day, Christmas, or festive creations: pair it with white and gold for a festive palette, or with black for a glamorous palette.
Additional resources
Complete your palette with Déco Melts Snow White, Déco Melts Pink, Déco Melts Yellow, or browse the Patissland Candy Melts collection.
More ideas
Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
