Enhance you Cookie Decorating this Valentine’s with the help of Claire Amos
Two-Tone Fondant Cookies: A Growing Decorating Trend
We’ve teamed up with the talented Claire Amos to guide you through the art of making beautiful two-tone fondant cookies.
Two-tone decorating is a growing trend in the cake and cookie world, loved for the clean, modern finish it creates and the endless colour combinations you can play with. While it can feel a little tricky at first, it’s absolutely doable — and like most decorating skills, it gets easier (and more fun!) the more you practise.
With the right approach and a few expert tips, you’ll be surprised at how achievable it really is. Claire is sharing her four top tips to help you master the technique, avoid common pitfalls, and create perfectly polished two-tone cookies every time.
Whether you’re a beginner looking to try something new or an experienced baker wanting to refine your skills, these tips will set you up for success and give your bakes that wow-factor finish.
Follow along and get ready to level up your fondant cookie game 🎨🍪
Tip 1: Take a Gentle Approach
A soft, patient touch really makes a difference to the finished look. There’s no need to rush pushing the fondant into the gaps — forcing it can tear your design. Take your time, press gently, and you’ll see a cleaner, sharper result.
Tip 2: Plan Your Design
Not every part of your cookie needs to be two-toned, and some designs work better than others. Spend a few moments planning which sections will be coloured. For example, the LissieLou Envelope of Hearts stamp works particularly well for this technique, giving you clear sections to play with.
Tip 3: Use the Right Tools
Having the right tools makes everything easier. Claire recommends:
A LissieLou mini metal scraper — perfect for smoothing and cleaning edges.
Your fingers — the best tool for delicate shaping and pressing fondant into smaller areas.
Tip 4: Don’t Overfill
Less is more when it comes to filling your sections. Overfilling can cause fondant to spill into other areas of the stamp or over the edges. It takes a little practice to get the perfect amount, but once you do, your two-tone design will look crisp and professional.
Must Have Products For Two Toning
We’ve put together a complete collection of cookie essential tools you need to make the perfect cookie time and time again!
Head over to our website to shop our entire Valentine's Range! We have literally hundreds of cookie stamps, embossers and cutters for you to choose from.
Use the code BLOGVAL10 to get 10% off your order!
Check out our LissieLou Cake Equipment Shop now!
The Author: Verity Scott and Claire Amos
Claire Amos is the very talented owner of @claireamos and is amazing at cookie designs. Head over to her instagram to follow her and get cookie inspiration!
Verity is one of the co-founders of LissieLou, bringing a passion for creativity and cake decorating to everything the brand creates. With years of hands-on experience in the cake industry, she loves developing tools that make decorating easier, more enjoyable, and accessible for decorators of all skill levels. Verity is especially passionate about helping decorators gain confidence and create beautiful results they’re proud of.