A tasty fondant cake is a delightful and visually appealing dessert that combines a soft and moist cake base with a smooth and sweet fondant icing. The foundation of a fondant cake is a well-baked, flavorful cake. It can be a classic vanilla or chocolate cake, or even a more exotic flavor like red velvet, lemon, or strawberry. The layers create a delicious and satisfying texture. The star of the show is the fondant icing that covers the entire cake. Fondant is a pliable sugar paste that rolls over the cake to create a flawless finish.