I'm going to be talking about Tylose powder today! Most of you may already know what it is. It's basically a non toxic chemical - carboxymethycellulose or CMC for short that when added to fondant or marzipan helps to get firmer. It is also commonly used to make gum paste which has a harder consistency when dry making it perfect to make those beautiful gum paste flowers.
A little bit of Tylose mixed in water also makes edible glue, which helps in making your sculptures and flowers stick together better and have a more firmer structure.
So here's what you need to make a batch of gum paste:
4 egg whites
2 lbs powdered sugar
4 tbsp Tylose powder
METHOD:
Beat the egg whites until foamy. Then gradually add the sugar and turn the mixer on medium for 2-3 minutes until soft peaks form.
While the mixer is running, add the Tylose powder. You will see the mixture getting thick.
Scrape out the mixture and knead. You know you've done enough kneading when the dough is not sticky to touch anymore.
Once the gum paste is ready, wrap it up in seran wrap and put it in a ziplock bag. You can also make smaller portions and stick it in the freezer, just make sure to bring it to room temp before you start using it.
There are many other ways of making gum paste and you should definitely use the one you are comfortable with. I like this because the color of the paste is nice and white and its easy to work with; and if you lose the recipe you can always find it at the back of the Tylose container!
Tylose is easily available online, I buy mine from here. http://www.globalsugarart.com/tylose-powder-by-cai-p-17057.html
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