10 Brilliant Applications of Luster Dust for Confectionery
Every baker’s best-kept secret when it comes to turning everyday treats into stunning works of art is Luster Dust. At Kemry, we produce premium, food-grade luster dust meant to lend that ideal sheen and shine to your cakes, cupcakes, chocolates, and even beverages. However, how precisely is this miraculous powder to be used?
Let us explore how to make the most of every dazzling stroke and the best uses for Luster Dust.
Royalty Cake Decorating
When it comes to cake decorating, luster dust is revolutionary. A simple dusting can improve your product whether you are using buttercream, gum paste, or fondant.
Make use of it to:
Emphasize the leaves and blossoms of fondant.
Give sculpted items (bows, lace, or figurines) metallic finishes.
Make sophisticated piped or stenciled designs.
How: To paint on fine details, use a soft brush to dry-dust or combine with alcohol (such as vodka).
Sparkling Cupcakes
Make your cupcakes the dessert table’s main attraction! Luster Dust gives an opulent touch to:
Toppers with fondant
Create swirls of buttercream.
Designs with a theme (such as unicorns, galaxies, or festive attire)
For a dazzling, party-ready touch, try dry-dusting accents or softly brushing over buttercream.
Characteristic Cookies and Biscuits
Luster Dust gives your royal icing art or embellished sugar cookies a little more individuality.
Make use of it to:
Emphasize the patterns of the embossed cookies.
Apply glitter paint to the dry royal icing.
Give themed cookies metallic accents, such as gold coins, stars, or decorations.
Allow the icing to completely dry before applying for optimal results.
Truffles and Chocolates with an Exquisite Touch
Make chocolates that are as visually appealing as they are delicious with kemry’s luster dust. Before pouring chocolate, dust your molds, or brush the final pieces for a sophisticated sheen.
Shiner Dust looks great on:
Bonbons
Truffles
Chocolate bars and figures in a mold
Ideal for gourmet gift boxes, events, and weddings.
Pastries & Desserts with Style
Make common desserts more dramatic by adding:
Macarons
Meringues
Donuts
Pastries with glaze
Spray it on for a frosted sheen, swirl it on for shimmer, or use it to highlight details. Your desserts will move from pretty to picture-perfect.
Sparkly Beverages
The shimmer is even drinkable. The food-grade Luster Dust from Kemry can be combined with:
Cocktails
Mocktails
Champagne
Water that sparkles
Watch it swirl after adding a pinch. For a sparkly touch, you may also use any shade of kemry’s luster dust + sugar mixture to rim your glasses.
Edible Sculptures & Sugar Flowers
Kemry’s Luster Dust gives sugar flowers depth and realism, whether you are creating a realistic rose or a dramatic fantasy bloom. To add complexity, highlight the edges or dust the petals for an iridescent shimmer. Soft metallic tones can also be used to enhance isomalt art or pulled sugar.
Cultural & Festive Desserts
At festivals, weddings, and other special events, Luster Dust glows. Give the following a majestic gleam of gold or silver:
Indian desserts such as laddoo and barfi
Arabic sweets
Wedding trays and sweets
You can match the tone of any celebration with Kemry’s extensive color selection.
Fruits and Desserts with a Glistening Twist
Desserts that are cold can still sparkle. Dust off:
Cones of ice cream
Popsicles
Sandwiches with frozen cookies
Ideal for high-end dessert menus, children’s parties, and birthday celebrations.
Edible art and branding
Do you want to make hand-painted art on cake, monograms, designs or edible logos? Luster Dust can be used directly with a brush or combined with edible gel for:
Cake branding
Borders painted
Calligraphy in metal
Luster Dust for Confectionery
Tips for Using Kemry’s Luster Dust:
Dry Dusting: For soft shimmer—great on fondant and chocolate.
Wet Painting: Mix with clear alcohol for bold, painted effects.
Spraying: Use a pump bottle or airbrush for even coverage.
Mixing In: Stir into buttercream or icing for a subtle glow.
In Beverages: Only use edible, food-grade luster dust—like Kemry’s.
Whether you’re baking cupcakes for birthdays, decorating wedding cakes, or making Instagram-worthy creations, Kemry’s Luster Dust brings your imagination to life—with sparkle, safety, and style. Use Kemry’s Luster Dust on to your confections and give amazing shine and attract your customers as well.