There is provided a formula for creating a low carbohydrate value sugar fondant comprising: at least 50% by weight Erythritol, up to 30% by weight monosaccharide; and up to 5% by weight gelling agent, the fondant is used for pastry decorating and is flexible and stretchy and may be shaped and reshaped many times, and the formula has a caloric value of maximum 150 per 100 grams so that the blood sugar level is barely affected upon consuming the fondant.