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Daring Bakers: Swedish Princesstårta

May 28, 2013 01:08

It's been a while since I've been able to participate in the Daring Bakers' Challenged for one reason or another. In fact, I think this might be my first challenge of the year. And what a challenge to jump back in on! This month, Korena of Korena in the Kitchen was our May Daring Bakers’ host and she delighted us with this beautiful Swedish ( Read more... )

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editornia May 27 2013, 15:52:32 UTC

This post was a wonderful read. :) I'm off baking at the moment (forced, by an injury to my elbow), so it was lovely to read of your efforts!

Also, the look of this (and the name) reminds me of 'Princess Tart' which you can find at IKEA stores. I wonder if they're related? That is also covered in marzipan...

Your decorations look fantastic! A question: do you make the fondant flowers on the same day as you make/decorate the cake, or in advance? If the latter, how many days in advance would you make them?

cakecrumbs May 27 2013, 16:46:23 UTC

I am sorry to hear you're injured! I hope you have a speedy recovery!

It sounds like they very well could be related!

It depends on my schedule. I usually make them at least a day in advance. Ideally you're supposed to let the inner petal dry before adding the outer but eh - it's cold enough here at the moment that it doesn't matter much. They can basically be made whenever you have time, but I would only put them on the cake soon before serving. The fridge makes them go limp.

sidmaron May 27 2013, 17:50:51 UTC

Oh, I can't wait to try this out. It looks so beautiful and I just love Princesstårta!

Thanks a lot!!! :D

cakecrumbs May 28 2013, 05:38:41 UTC

Thank you. ♥

ext_1372818 May 27 2013, 18:21:56 UTC

WOW! That takes some skills! From the flawless flowers to the piped pattern and the smooth marzipan it's just perfect.

cakecrumbs May 28 2013, 05:39:01 UTC

Thanks so much. :]

Great! anonymous May 27 2013, 19:35:00 UTC

Fantastic job! Your princess cake is utterly gorgeous!! I love how sophisticated and beautiful it is! And amazing job on the roses, leaves and piping!!

Jenni from The Gingered Whisk

Re: Great! cakecrumbs May 28 2013, 05:39:23 UTC

Thank you!

ext_1877459 May 28 2013, 16:21:48 UTC

OMG, I love everything on that cake, from those pretty royal icing haphazard design to those unreal roses. Bravo!