Vegan Fondant

1/2 tbsp agar powder
3 tbsp cold water
1/2 cup corn syrup
1½ tbsp vegetable glycerin
2 tbsp vegetable shortening
1 tsp almond extract
6-8 cups sifted confectioner's sugar

Combine agar, cold water, and corn syrup and heat over low heat for 3-5 minutes. Add glycerin, and shortening. Remove from the heat just as the last of the shortening has melted. Remove from heat and stir in the almond extract. Cool for a few minutes.

Place 4 cups confectioner's sugar in a large bowl. Make a well in the center and stir in the wet mixture using a wooden spoon. Once the sugar is completely incorporated, add a small amount at a time until the mixture is no longer sticky, using your hands once it becomes to stick to stir with a spoon. Store in an airtight container, and let the fondant rest at least overnight before using.