A thick, creamy sugar paste used in the preparation of candies and as an icing or filling for cakes. The baker covered the wedding cake with a smooth layer of fondant.
A type of candy made from sugar, water, and cream of tartar, often flavored and colored. She offered me a piece of chocolate fondant from the box.
A small cake or dessert, especially one made of rich chocolate, with a soft or molten center. The restaurant's signature dessert was a warm chocolate fondant with a gooey middle.