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How to stencil wafer paper

In this video, you will learn how to decorate wafer paper using a stencil.

This technique is created by uber-talented cake artist Meera on Instagram.

And I wanted to share my to make these decorations and keep wafer paper flexible.

How to stencil wafer paper design?

I use regular Wafer Paper, which is 0.27mm. You can find my recommendations here.
Melt compound chocolate (candy melts) in a microwave for 1 minute at 50% power.
Mix melted chocolate until there are no lumps.
If needed, melt for additional 10-30 seconds.
Add a few drops of vegetable oil and mix well.
Put your stencil on wafer paper and hold it in place. I used this stencil.
Add chocolate and spread with an offset spatula to get an even thickness.
Gently peel the stencil off and let the chocolate harden.
Then it is dry to touch, you can shape your wafer paper into any design!

Hope you give it a try and share on social media! I’m excited to see what you create!

WHAT IS WAFER PAPER?

Wafer paper is an edible paper for cake decorating, typically starch-based. It is vegan, gluten-free, and free from most allergens. It closely resembles printer paper in texture, but it is edible and could be manipulated into beautiful florals and used for contemporary cake designs. Wafer Paper is also called Rice paper and the difference is the main ingredient.

Ingredients: potato starch (or rice starch), water, and vegetable oil.

It’s safe to eat and the flavor is very subtle — so it won’t interfere with what’s going on in your cake. You can condition wafer paper in all kinds of ways – create flowers and textures, so it’s so great for cake decorating.

What wafer paper should you buy? Here you can learn more about different grades of wafer paper.

STORAGE

Keep wafer paper in a clean Ziplock bag and store in a cool, dry place. Wafer paper can last quite some time (around 2 or 3 years on average) if stored correctly.

If your wafer paper is dry and crackly, watch this tutorial on how to fix it.

HOW TO START WITH WAFER PAPER?

My advice is always – just start TODAY. Take your wafer paper, and a pair of sharp scissors and watch any of my Youtube tutorials – it’s free.

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For daily wafer paper ideas and inspiration, join me on Instagram and Pinterest. Or check my YouTube channel for wafer paper video tutorials and other cake decorating projects.

Hey! I’m Chef Anna

I’m a pastry chef, award-winning Wedding Cake Artist, content creator, and educator for cake designers.

At Florea Cakes, our mission is to help home bakers learn to design modern wedding cakes with wafer paper flowers and build the creative business of their dreams.

Chef Anna’s cakes have been featured on magazine covers, TV commercials, and digital publications worldwide.

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