Renshaw - Extra Rolled Fondant
Renshaw Red Rolled Fondant 1 kg
Intense red Renshaw fondant for festive and indulgent cake design, 1 kg.
Renshaw Red Rolled Fondant 1 kg offers a bright, uniform red shade, achieved with a synthetic colorant (E129), for coverings and decorations that require a rich, long-lasting color.
The Extra range's firm, elastic texture is easy to work with without cracking, making it ideal for Christmas cakes, Valentine's Day cakes, or red velvet layer cakes matched to the color of the cake inside.
Features
1 kg
Format
Covers a 25 to 28 cm cake
Red
Shade
E129 colorant
Vanilla
Flavor
Subtle
Recommended uses
- Valentine's Day cakes: hearts, red roses, and romantic drapes.
- Christmas decorations: Yule logs, decorated cookies, and traditional red-and-white designs.
- Glamorous wedding cakes: Hollywood vintage-style weddings with a red-and-gold palette.
- Themed birthdays: superheroes, ladybugs, and strawberries for children's parties.
- Red velvet layer cakes: covering matched to the color of the cake inside.
Instructions
- Tempering: remove the fondant from its packaging 15 to 30 minutes before use so it reaches 18 to 22°C.
- Kneading: knead for 1 to 2 minutes to soften it. If it remains firm, microwave for 5 to 10 seconds.
- Rolling: dust the work surface with confectioners' sugar or cornstarch, never flour. Roll out to a thickness of 3 to 4 mm.
- Applying: place the fondant over a cake already covered with ganache or smooth, chilled buttercream, then smooth the top before the sides.
- Finishing: trim the excess with a knife or cutter wheel, then smooth once more with a fondant smoother to remove air bubbles.
Store at room temperature (15 to 22°C), in its original airtight packaging, away from light and heat. Do not refrigerate: moisture causes the fondant to sweat and become sticky on the surface. Once opened, wrap the remainder in plastic wrap, place it in an airtight container, and use within 2 to 3 weeks.
E129 colorant (Allura Red AC): may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children.
Complete technical specifications
| Brand | Renshaw (United Kingdom) |
| Range | Renshaw Extra |
| Color | Red |
| Format | 1 kg block |
| Texture | Firm and elastic, ready to use |
| Flavor | Subtle vanilla |
| Ingredients | Sugar, glucose syrup, palm oil, water, humectant (E422 glycerol), emulsifier (E471), stabilizers (E413, E466), preservative (E202), acidifier (E330), flavoring, colorant (E129, Allura Red AC). |
| Allergens | No major declared allergens. May contain traces of gluten, milk, egg, and nuts depending on the production site. |
| Warning | E129 colorant (Allura Red AC): may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. |
| Storage | 15 to 22°C, airtight packaging, away from light |
Frequently asked questions
How much red fondant is needed for a Christmas cake?
Allow 500 g for an 18–20 cm diameter cake and 1 kg for a 25–28 cm cake. The intense red of this product allows for a thin 3 to 4 mm layer without loss of color saturation.
Why does Renshaw red fondant carry a warning for children?
E129 colorant (Allura Red AC) appears on the European list in Annex III of azo colorants required to carry the regulatory statement regarding children's activity and attention. This statement appears here and on the product packaging.
Is there an E129-free alternative for a red finish?
To limit the use of synthetic colorants, a white base can be tinted with a natural red gel colorant made from beetroot or carmine, at the cost of a generally less vivid red that is more sensitive to fading in light than E129.
Learn more
Discover the Renshaw range, all rolled fondants, Renshaw black, Renshaw Extra pink, or the other Renshaw yellow product.
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.
