The Keys to Perfection in Gel Paste

How to Use Ultimate Baker UltraGel Gel Paste

UltraGel is designed for precise, high-intensity coloring without affecting the texture of your baked goods. To use it effectively, start with a small amount—this gel paste is highly concentrated, so even a tiny drop delivers rich, vibrant color.

For buttercream or royal icing, dip the tip of a spatula into the gel paste and mix thoroughly. Adjust the amount gradually until you achieve the desired shade. If blending multiple colors, mix them separately first before incorporating them into your frosting or batter to maintain control over depth and vibrancy.

For fondant, knead a small amount of UltraGel directly into the dough, ensuring even distribution. This method provides smooth, streak-free color without altering consistency.

UltraGel also works well in whipped cream, glazes, and even doughs—just mix thoroughly for an even hue.

Key Advantages of UltraGel Gel Paste

UltraGel powder offers several advantages over traditional liquid food coloring. Its highly concentrated formula ensures deep, lasting color with minimal product usage, making it cost-effective while delivering superior results. 

Unlike liquid colors, UltraGel does not thin out frosting or dough, preserving texture and structure. This is especially important for delicate buttercream designs, macarons, and whipped toppings where maintaining consistency is key.

Another standout feature is its fade-resistant properties. UltraGel maintains color stability, ensuring vibrant shades remain intact even after prolonged exposure to light or refrigeration.

Other Creative Uses for UltraGel Gel Paste

UltraGel isn’t just for frosting and fondant. It can be used in a variety of applications beyond traditional baking. Try blending it into chocolate, ensuring the gel paste is oil-based compatible for a smooth, tinted effect.

Use it to create colorful beverages—a tiny drop can transform lemonades or cocktail mixes into visually stunning drinks without affecting flavor.

For artistic projects, UltraGel can be mixed into edible paints for hand-painted cake decorations, cookies, or fondant embellishments.

Some bakers even experiment with using UltraGel for homemade pasta or bread dough, creating naturally dyed dough for unique culinary presentations.

Pro Tips for Best Results with Gel Paste Powder

To achieve the boldest, most even color, always mix UltraGel Gel Paste powder thoroughly into your base ingredients. For ultra-dark shades like deep reds or blacks, let the mixture sit for a few minutes to allow the color to develop fully before adding more. To darken reds further, add a touch of lemon to make the mix slightly more acidic.

If working with buttercream, always start with room-temperature frosting to ensure smooth blending. Cold frosting can cause uneven color distribution.

For pastel tones, dilute a tiny amount of UltraGel in white frosting or glaze first rather than adding it directly to avoid overly deep hues.

When coloring fondant, wear gloves to prevent staining your hands, and knead the gel paste slowly to integrate the color evenly without streaking.

Fun Recipe: UltraGel Marble Swirl Cupcakes

Want to showcase UltraGel’s stunning color effects? Try these marble swirl cupcakes, where two shades blend effortlessly into a mesmerizing design.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup buttermilk
• UltraGel Gel Paste (two different colors)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a cupcake tin with wrappers.

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.

Alternate adding the flour mixture and buttermilk, stirring until just combined.

Divide the batter into two bowls and tint each portion with a different UltraGel color. Using a spoon, scoop alternating colors into each cupcake liner, then use a toothpick to gently swirl the colors for a marble effect.

Bake for 18-20 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.

Frost with a neutral buttercream to highlight the colorful swirl effect, or mix another swirl pattern into the frosting for a stunning finish!

Final Thoughts on Our Gel Paste

UltraGel Gel Paste is the go-to choice for bakers who demand precision, vibrancy, and consistency in their creations. With its high-intensity formula, it transforms everything from frosting to fondant into eye-catching masterpieces without compromising texture or flavor.

Whether you're designing bold cake decorations, delicate pastel designs, or unique food creations, UltraGel ensures your colors stay bright, rich, and fade-resistant.