Definitions for "Gum Paste"
This is a mixture of sugar, starch and gelatin. It's what many of those realistic looking flowers, fruits and ribbons are made of on a wedding cake.
A mixture of confectioners' sugar, water, cream of tartar and tragacanth gum that can be molded like clay and turns hard and brittle as it dries. Often used for cake decorations. Also known as candy dough or sugar dough.
A mixture of sugar, cornstarch and gelatin. It is used to mold realistic-looking flowers and fruits garnishes for cake. These decorations are edible and will last for several years.