Abstract: A system for creating a decorative edible item from a selected image. The system includes at least one image source, such as a scanner and/or a library of stored images, a controller unit and a printer. In certain embodiments the printer may be equipped with an input tray adapted to support an edible medium such that the edible medium may be oriented in a substantially inclined position without collapsing, buckling, or folding over itself even if the edible medium is not supported on its own release liner. The printed edible media can then be applied onto a product, shipped to a separate location or eaten as is.