Some colors may fade sitting in bright light. Icing can be refrigerated in airtight container for 2 weeks. If perishable filling, assemble cake right before serving. Icing hardens if chilled too long. Iced cake can be stored at room temperature for 2-3 days.
Flowers remain soft enough to be cut with a knife.
Use or serve at room temperature. Most popular is made from dark chocolate and heavy cream, but can be made from any chocolate type. Rich velvety taste - a little more complex flavor than a buttercream. Pours and dries to a semi-hard, smooth surface. Can also be used as a whipped icing depending upon ration of ingredients and whipping time.