Instructions
Reindeer Antlers:
Crafting the Template:
Begin by placing a piece of parchment paper and sketching a detailed template for the reindeer antlers and ears.
Ensure to flip the parchment paper to prevent any ink or pencil residue from contacting the candy coating.
Tracing and Filling:
Using melted chocolate candy coating, carefully trace the outlines of the antlers and ears onto the parchment paper.
Thoroughly fill in the traced outlines with the melted chocolate coating, ensuring a smooth and even coverage.
Popsicle Stick Insertion:
Strategically position a popsicle stick on each antler, leaving a portion exposed for easy insertion into the cake.
Cover the exposed portion of the popsicle sticks with additional melted candy coating for reinforcement.
Setting and Decorating:
Allow the chocolate coating to harden for approximately 15-20 minutes.
Enhance the appearance of the antlers by piping delicate snow details using melted white candy coating.
Sprinkle a white sprinkle mix over the wet candy coating for added texture and visual appeal.
Once the coating has fully set, give the antlers a magical sparkle by lightly misting them with edible jewel dust.
Red Nose:
Preparation of Candy Coating:
Melt red candy coating until smooth and liquid, then carefully pour it into a short truffle mold.
Setting and Finishing Touches:
Allow the red candy coating to firm up in the freezer for approximately 15-20 minutes.
Remove the molded red nose from the freezer and let it come to room temperature.
Brush the surface of the red nose with white edible jewel dust to create a shimmering effect.
Cake Decoration:
Frosting the Cake:
Begin by generously frosting a two-layer cake with chocolate buttercream, ensuring a smooth and even application.
Piping Buttercream Details:
Utilize piping tips #866 and #806 to pipe intricate swirls and dollops of chocolate buttercream on the crown of the reindeer and the top of the cake.
Attaching Antlers and Adornments:
Carefully peel the chocolate antlers from the parchment paper and gently insert them into the cake, providing additional stability by piping buttercream behind them.
Place the chocolate ears onto the cake surface and add decorative sprinkles as desired.
Adding Details:
Use black buttercream to pipe delicate eyelashes onto the cake, adding a touch of realism to the reindeer's face.
Placement of Red Nose and Final Sparkle:
Secure the shimmering red nose onto the cake using a small amount of buttercream.
Complete the cake's enchanting appearance by spraying the entire surface with edible jewel dust, imparting a captivating sparkle.
Follow these detailed steps to create a charming Chocolate Red Nose Reindeer Cake that will undoubtedly steal the show at any holiday gathering!
