My unique Thanksgiving cake
Belated Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I’ve been busy for the past few days but I am now back. Back with a cake that is.
I’m not sure what to call this cake. Country Elegance? Organic Sophistication? Hmmm, how about Woodsy Wonderland? Would Modern Rustic work? Ahhhh, whatever it is, I am definitely inlove.
It’s actually our Thanksgiving cake–odd right? I really wanted to do something different rather than using the traditional fall leaves and shades of orange. Since I always think outside of the box, I made this cake. It may look like a wedding cake, but it truly fits our Thanksgiving theme.
Of course, everything is edible, from the flower buds to the tiny eggs. As always, I used Jennifer Dontz’s chocolate fondant. The buds, birds and eggs are made of gumpaste. I didn’t want to make the birds and eggs look too realistic because I wanted to give it that contemporary-modern vibe. The lace appliques are fondant rolled onto an impression mat and individually cut out with an exacto knife and some cutters. I molded the fleur-de-lis from a mold I had made . The branches and the nest are wires covered in floral tape…okay, so I lied, not everything is edible.
Overall, I am very happy with this cake. It speaks my taste and my personal style.
Tip of the day: If you want to make your cake denser, just add a box of pudding mix. It works great on orignal recipes and box mixes. The more you add, the denser it is.
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1. So Spiffy
November 30th, 2009
Oh my gosh.. I vote for woodsy wonderland… that is a beautiful name for such a divine and chic cake.. and you have patience.. I have not even dared to touch upon fondant… my most tedious is making Macaroons….. I love it, you are so talented!!!!!!
Welcome back!!!!!! Do you use marshmallow fondant?
2. Angie@Angie's Recipes
November 30th, 2009
OMG! Are you sure that’s a cake??! That’s not a cake, that’s a piece of ART! I can’t take my eyes off from it…I love it!
Is that really a cake?! Oh man…I still can’t believe my eyes!!
3. Angie@Angie's Recipes
November 30th, 2009
You are born to be an artist! Can’t express how much I love this cake!
4. Vanessa
November 30th, 2009
I’m just speechless because I’ve never seen such a pretty cake. The little birds are so adorable and I can almost hear them chirping as I ealk through the wood. Charming and elegant – I’ll have to try something with fondant soon, although on a smaller scale. Soon, we have to decorate our Christmas cake so I’ll be using your tips.
5. Ninette
November 30th, 2009
Happy Belated Thanksgiving to you!! I have a lot of blog reading to catch up on, so I’m glad to pop in and see your newest creation. Your craftsmanship is wonderful!!
6. Alicia
November 30th, 2009
Oh my god! This cake is so beautiful, I wish I had your cake decorating talents.
7. Sean
November 30th, 2009
Looks too good to eat Rylan! What an amazing cake for Thanksgiving.
How long does it usually take you to complete one of these projects? Thanks for the pudding mix tip too btw!
8. anncoo
November 30th, 2009
This is amazing! Like a piece of art~~WOW~~WOW
9. cassie
November 30th, 2009
Beautiful. I love that you moved away from the “traditional” fall colors. Love the bird nest!
My vote Woodsy Wonderland!
10. Trissa
November 30th, 2009
Glad to see you back and glad to see your beautiful cake – It reminds me of a Martha Stewart wedding cake – but more beautiful!
11. Christine @ Fresh Local and Best
November 30th, 2009
This cake is elegant and stunning!
12. Katrina
November 30th, 2009
That is beautiful and I’m sure was delicious! Seriously, awesome!
13. Gala
November 30th, 2009
I actually love all of the names for it! The cake looks gorgeous, definitely out of the box thinking, would have never thought it isn’t for a wedding, but it actually fits a dinner perfectly.
14. CookiePie
November 30th, 2009
WOW – that cake is truly stunning. So, so beautiful and elegant!
15. megan
November 30th, 2009
wow, that is beautiful!! You made that?? it looks like a masterpiece
16. Jessica @ How Sweet It Is
November 30th, 2009
That cake is incredible!!
17. Mimi
November 30th, 2009
Such an elegant design, all you have to call it is gorgeous. I hope that you will give tutorials on your techniques.
Mimi
18. Jessica Lee Binder
November 30th, 2009
What a Thanksgiving cake! That’s gorgeous! Did you have to transport it?
19. Donatella
November 30th, 2009
Oooohhhhh Rylan!! That’s a real masterpiece!! Love the lace pieces…and the little white birds. What a talent you have!! Fantastic!!
Donatella
20. OysterCulture
November 30th, 2009
Wow, I am in awe of your artistic talent, that cake is a work of art!
21. Rosa
November 30th, 2009
OMG, that cake is sumptuous and ever so beautiful! I love it’s pristine looks and refined decorations! Stunning!
Cheers,
Rosa
22. evelyn
November 30th, 2009
Rylan this is absolutely wonderful. If I could have 1/10th of your talent. Keep going with your cakes.
23. Ash
November 30th, 2009
THis is just gorgeous! You are amazingly talented!
24. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella
November 30th, 2009
I’m speechless! that is spectacular! :O I don’t think I could even cut into it!
25. Canarybird (Sharon)
November 30th, 2009
That is one beautiful cake! And your blog is first class. I’ll be visiting you again. Thank you for your visit and comment on mine.
26. Shannon @ bakeandbloom.com
November 30th, 2009
This is just breathtaking, I agree with Lorraine, I wouldn’t be able to stick a knife in that..I would have to hide in the bathroom while my boyfriend stabbed into it. Good tip about the pudding mix too.
27. Bonny
November 30th, 2009
Rylan,
Once again you impress me and this time it sounds like you have impressed yourself as well, good! Love the woodland theme. What flavor was this and who in the world could have brought themselves to cut into it? Truly lovely.
28. Katrina
November 30th, 2009
OMG Rylan! This cake is so lovely! YOU ARE SO AWESOME!!!!1
29. Sweetou812
November 30th, 2009
OMG. Fabulous. Just fabulous. I die, this is so fabulous! Bravo!
30. tatorchip
November 30th, 2009
Breathtaking that is what it is BREATHTAKING
Rylan, you sure know how to work your talent, amazing work
31. Doug
November 30th, 2009
1. The cake -> stunning
2. The styling of the whole photo (color of background, mat, pedestal, lighting –> top end magazine perfect!
kudos to you and glad you are finally satisfied!
32. Koko
November 30th, 2009
This is absolutely insane amazing- I love it! I have never seen a ‘Thanksgiving’ cake before….but this is by far the best there is!
33. Natasha - 5 Star Foodie
November 30th, 2009
Oh, I’m speechless … This is such a beautiful unique and elegant cake!!!!!
34. Kendall
November 30th, 2009
What flavor is your cake? It’s really pretty!
35. AMy
November 30th, 2009
It’s stunning! The surface is simply impeccable and I love the birds, -:)
I wish I could make beautiful big cakes like you!
Ya, wish you a happy belated thanksgiving!
36. Thao Phan
November 30th, 2009
Such a beautiful cake! I want to make a fondant cake one day!
37. Kelly
December 1st, 2009
Thank you so much for make me one post in my simple blog,have no idea how you finding it hahaha,i love your work,it´s amazing!!! One day i wanna be just like you !!
beijosss
Kelly
38. helene
December 1st, 2009
I love this cake!!!
39. Lisa
December 1st, 2009
What a beautiful cake. I can’t wait to take a peek at some of your other creations.
Lisa
40. Barbara
December 1st, 2009
I am speechless with wonder! Congratulations!
41. Blond Duck
December 1st, 2009
Thank you so much for the compliment on the Gift! Now this cake, this cake is truly a gift. I am amazed.
42. jose manuel martin fernandez
December 1st, 2009
Que cosa tan bonita.
43. Reeni
December 2nd, 2009
This is so gorgeous and so elegant! You are incredibly talented.
44. Gera @ SweetsFoods
December 2nd, 2009
This is a sweet master-piece!! I wonder how many minutes lasted mmmm?
Cheers!
Gera
45. Ellie
December 2nd, 2009
This cake is out of the world! So pretty!!
46. TheGspotnyc
December 3rd, 2009
Rylan, you’re creativity and great mind are just unstoppable. Way to go! Such a beautiful creation. I wish one day I get to experience one of your creations! Keep it up!
47. girlichef
December 3rd, 2009
Oh. My. Goodness! This is out of this world gorgeous!
48. Blond Duck
December 3rd, 2009
Popped in again to say happy almost Friday!
49. Ebe
December 3rd, 2009
Amazing cake and unbelievable work
Beautiful!!!
50. Leslie
December 3rd, 2009
I really dont care what you call it as long as stunning is in the title!!!
51. sophia
December 4th, 2009
Oh my goodness. That is a masterpiece! It looks intricate, delicate, yet so powerfully beautiful!
52. dhanggit
December 4th, 2009
you are truly gifted to make wonders like this!!
53. pigpigscorner
December 5th, 2009
WOW! This is beautiful!
54. noobcook
December 5th, 2009
Your cake is elegant and a work of art =)
55. pierre
December 5th, 2009
bravo Rylan
this is pure art and I am astonished !! à bientôt et cheers from Paris !! Pierre
56. zoom yummy
December 6th, 2009
Wooooooooow! Rylan!!! I am speechless…
That’s absolutely amazing! Wonderful! Breathtaking! I love it!!!
57. Emma
December 6th, 2009
Wow! This is truly stunning, I love it. I especially like the little birds on the top, very cute
kisses x
58. Sophie
December 7th, 2009
Your cakes look absolutely amazing!! AWESOMe!!!!
Marvellous!
59. Blond Duck
December 7th, 2009
PB will do that to people…I even dipped some pinecones in PB and rolled it in birdseed for our feathered friends this weekend…the Pond is overflowing with PB goodness!
60. Sues
December 7th, 2009
This is so beautiful!! I wish I could do something 1/2 as good! You are SO talented
61. Jacque
December 8th, 2009
Wow, that is gorgeous! Bravo to you!
62. Blond Duck
December 10th, 2009
Came by to see if you had a Christmas cake yet!
63. Clau!
December 10th, 2009
Wow!
Gorgeous! Great work
Saludos,
Clau!
64. Homecooked
December 10th, 2009
Wow….the cake is beautiful!
65. Allison
December 10th, 2009
Your cake is exquisite, I love your cakes and you are an awesome decorator, Great Job
66. zarpandit
December 16th, 2009
OMG so beatiful!
67. Anamika: The Sugarcrafter
December 18th, 2009
The exquisite display of visual appeal is overpowering..nothing to say more…thanks for also visiting my blog..love your style !
68. pierre
December 20th, 2009
where are you !! merry xmas to you !! pierre from Paris
69. Heather
December 20th, 2009
I think this cake is an absolutely perfect cake for Thanksgiving. You did a superior job on it!
70. Kitchen Butterfly
January 1st, 2010
Stunning….stunning, stunning. Have a blessed 2010 and keep inspiring….Lots of Love
71. pierre
January 3rd, 2010
I wish you a very happy new year 2010 with many new cooking findings !! cheers from Pierre
72. cindy
February 9th, 2010
I also use Jennifer’s chocolate fondant recipe and I LOVE IT!!
Your work is truly spectacular!! glad I found your websight!
73. tasteofbeirut
March 7th, 2010
Just discovered your work! WOW! Love that thanksgiving cake. it would be a sin to eat it though. I would want it on a pedestal garnering claps and praise for years on end~
74. Stella
April 13th, 2010
This is almost too pretty. I was just checking in to see if you posted anything new-will back soon…
75. Amy
April 18th, 2010
The exquisite display of visual appeal is overpowering..nothing to say more…thanks for also visiting my blog..love your style !
76. Michelle
April 19th, 2010
This is almost too pretty. I was just checking in to see if you posted anything new-will back soon…
77. Joe
April 27th, 2010
Just discovered your work! WOW! Love that thanksgiving cake. it would be a sin to eat it though. I would want it on a pedestal garnering claps and praise for years on end~
78. Eric
April 27th, 2010
I wish you a very happy new year 2010 with many new cooking findings !! cheers from Pierre
79. Bill
April 27th, 2010
where are you !! merry xmas to you !! pierre from Paris
80. Simon
April 28th, 2010
I also use Jennifer’s chocolate fondant recipe and I LOVE IT!!
Your work is truly spectacular!! glad I found your websight!
81. CountryGal
October 17th, 2010
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