It will make a cake look impressive, but like most things in life, it’s what’s underneath that really matters! Not just for how professional and impressive it looks, but also for the flavour and how it eats. Your email address will not be published. MOST SATISFYING MIRROR GLAZE CAKE ⦠But it’s not as nice to eat because it makes the glaze thicker than ideal (more like 4 – 5mm), so you perceive a bit of jelly texture. Dissolve gelatine – Drop the gelatine in (it will have solidified into a rubbery disc); 5. Ensure the glaze is at 30°C/86° so it spreads smoothly for a thin, flawless finish. However, all too often, patisseries and cake makers prioritise the shelf life benefits and make the mirror glaze too thick and too rubbery. It looks so sinfully rich and yet it is not – because the Mirror Glaze is wafer thin, and the ganache layer is not that thick either. Make sure the frosting on your cake is smooth and refrigerated for about 2 hours before applying the mirror glaze. Whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Growing! I haven’t tried jam but I’ve tried stabilised cream (it squishes out when I cut) but the actual construction part will work just fine if you “dam” the jam. If you pour the Mirror Glaze straight on to a naked cake, it will be bumpy and grainy looking, and the glaze will also soak into the cake. Also it starts to lose its shine after about 36 hours – whereas this Mirror Glaze stays shiny for days and days! I had quite a bit of glaze left over – nearly a cup and it was perfect as a Lamington coating to some frozen sponge cubes I had from last time I made lamingtons (i ran out of coconut). Adjust the consistency with milk as desired. 2. Thanks! Since gelatine liquifies when heated and the glaze is so thin, the warmth of your mouth causes the glaze to instantly melt in your mouth when you eat it. Important: Only strain into jug just before using. Itâs pretty! 1. See my tutorial for, 2. Whatâs New. Beat in the eggs one at a time, scraping down the bowl as needed. Remove the mixture and stir the mixture. 19.7k members in the Cakes community. Doing this too far in advance creates too many unexpected variables which may trigger the need / irresistible desire to stir. More than anything, Mirror Glazed Cakes require patience. This will reduce the risk of bubbles being created during the straining process. Hence a fluffy meringue frosting, say, is no good. Your suggestions please. Add the condensed milk and combine with an immersion blender until emulsified and smooth. But what does matter are “hills” and dents. No matter what you are pouring the Mirror Glaze over, it needs to be as smooth and level as humanly possible because the light reflected by the glaze will emphasise imperfections that you never normally notice with regular cakes. Hi Nagi, I am planning to use your amazing mirror glaze recipe for my granddaughterâs 21st cake. The top came out flaws less, there were few very tiny tiny bubbles that you need a magnifying glass to see them, but the top looked. beautiful. Add about 1/2 cup of frosting to the top of the cake and smooth to an even layer. N x. Nagi! And no, they’re not there for the purpose of covering a million imperfections ð. Separate the batter into 6 different bowls and tint one bowl red, one orange, one yellow, one green, one blue and one purple. The goal of the cake is to not only look stunning, ⦠For the génoise, half fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a simmer. ). Hi Marie – did you see the post on transferring the cake? © 2020 Discovery or its subsidiaries and affiliates. How you mix the colors is up to you! Hi, Made with a simple mixture of cocoa, cream, sugar, water and gelatine, it’s used to make Mirror Cakes like this elegant Chocolate Glazed Mirror Cake with layers of chocolate cake and chocolate ganache. Then trim cake to ⦠Transfer before it sets! Measure your glazeâs temperature with a candy thermometer. (That’s just a smear on the cake platter you see in the above step photos. Checklist before you start pouring to ensure you nail it! This is a beauty. Beat in the vanilla. 4. I use the same method I used to move the cake on to the rack for glazing once the ganache is on, to shift the finished glazed cake to its serving platter: Using two palette or kitchen knives. Bring to a boil and cook until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is clear, about 2 minutes. Repeat with the remaining colored batter until all the batter is piped and both cake pans are about half full. The remnants would be for another time (or crumbled over ice cream at some point). Mirror Cake Recipe Ingredients 1½ Cups / 300g Granulated Sugar Sugar sweetens the glaze while also helping create the mirror reflection. To preserve the flawless, shiny glaze, avoid touching the mirror glaze once it has been poured. Notify me via e-mail if anyone answers my comment. 6. The mirror glaze recipe is quite easy. Strain into jug – Once it reaches the target temperature, strain it into a jug ready for pouring over the cake. The cake was chilled for least 30 minutes. No chocolate for you Dozer. The purpose of this step is to remove any residual bubbles, any little bits of skin that formed while cooling, and any gelatine lumps that may have formed if it wasn’t properly dissolved. Dip a knife in, then wipe dry. Day 3: Make the mirror glaze and glaze the final cakes (the mirror glaze can also be made on days 1 or 2 and reheated before glazing). 2. Add the white chocolate and let stand 1 minute to melt. By keeping the head and blades under liquid, it avoids bubbles getting into the mixture. If you have bubbles, don’t fret! Place rack on tray – Set the rack with the cake on a tray to catch the excess glaze drips; 3. Iâll try it out this weekend. So here are some tips on how to rectify Mirror Glaze blemishes: This is what I used to decorate my cake: Gold leaf and gold dust, purchased from Woolworths in Australia (it’s our equivalent of Walmart in the US and Sainsbury’s in the UK). Reduce the mixer speed to medium low; beat in half the flour mixture, then all of the milk and then the remaining flour mixture until just combined. This is called blooming gelatine and it allows the gelatine to dissolve smoothly into mixtures. Mirror Cakes don’t even need refrigeration as long as it’s cool – the glaze melts in warm temperatures above around 25°C/ 77°C. Then trim cake to make it level and frost cake with chocolate ganache so it's smooth and level (follow the tutorial in this post: After the ganache is smooth and level, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before coating with Mirror Glaze. In fact, I consider Mirror Glazes to be all for show and nothing more, and this is really the concept behind it. Honestly, just easier to mix cocoa and water first! It looks beautiful! Beat the granulated sugar and butter in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment on medium-high speed until fluffy, about 4 minutes. Dec 17, 2020. Note that there are some lengthy chilling periods involved in this recipe, ⦠But removing them is easy – just pass a blow torch or even a lighter lightly across the surface of the mirror glaze where the bubbles are, and watch in wonder as the bubbles disappear! Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray two 8-inch cake pans with baking spray and line the bottoms with parchment rounds. Here are some suggestions for frostings that will work under a Mirror Gaze: As much as you would ordinarily use to fill and cover the sides and surface of a cake. Mountains out of mole hills indeed …. See notes for storage. Do you reckon white chocolate could be substituted instead of the cocoa and sugar for a white chocolate glaze? – Nagi x. Hungry for more? How to mirror glaze a cake? A mirror glaze is a way to glaze a cake that produces a highly reflective surface. Place 2 ⦠Dear Nagi, this recipe came at the best possible time; my husband requested for a simple and sumptuous chocolate cake and he is getting this today. ); You can use mirror glaze on virtually any cake; and. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Refrigerate cake layers for at least 1 hour until well-chilled (for easier handling). Mirror Glazes take 5 to 10 minutes to set. It’s very simple to use and not expensive either. Combine the confectioners' sugar, butter and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Just wondering if the ganache and glaze can hold up to the marmalade? Mini chocolate mousse cakes on a brownie base are covered with a gorgeous glossy mirror glaze thatâs swirled to look like the galaxy. If you see a whitish foam on the surface, that’s ok too and is easy to deal with; just leave it for now. For example, a poof of wind blowing through the house causing a single dog hair to settle on the otherwise flawless surface of the cake (yes, I’m glaring at YOU, Dozer!). TOP TIP: Try to do it in one motion – that is, once you start pouring, don’t stop until all the sides are covered. The glazed cake can remain on the counter if the room temperature is 22°F/72°F or lower (mirror glaze melts when too warm). How to achieve the perfect thickness and temperature so that when you pour it, it’s not too thin or thick, and doesn’t melt the ganache. Here’s how: Move the mirror glazed cake straight after pouring the glaze on, before it sets. For a single cake, you’d need to use a milkshake container or large mason jar, then transfer into a saucepan. This will cause dragged, untidy bits around the base of the cake when you move it. Far more shiny than you can achieve with any other glaze or frosting. Thanks for this recipe and More power to you and of course kisses to Dozer. I’m using my Chocolate Cake with a chocolate ganache because it’s an elegant, classic combination with true wow-factor when combined with the mirror glaze – both visually when you slice it, and in flavour. Version History. Beat in the eggs one at a time, scraping down the bowl as needed. You don’t need a fancy candy thermometer. Ensure all sides are fully coated – if not, quickly do a little pour down the sides to coat the naked patches. Pour with confidence! Iâm so proud of myself and so is my family. This cake will have a pull-up photo roll in the centre on top and I am wondering how to successfully use the mirror glaze and prevent it going into the photo roll. Browse the best selection of cakes and place your order now! Pour! Thank you thank you for this recipe. I want to make a mirror glazed galaxy cake which requires different color blended. It will feel like a soft jelly. Using an offset spatula, frost the cake with an even coat of frosting. In a ⦠Bake, rotating the pans halfway through, until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cake comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Sign up for the Recipe of the Day Newsletter Privacy Policy, Christmas Ornament Cake Pops with Mirror Glaze. I was planning to make this on Christmas Eve coz we will be hosting the dinner for our relatives. Cocoa and water first – In a saucepan, whisk the cocoa powder and water to make a slurry / paste. However, this only works if you’re making large enough batches of glaze so the blender head is completely submerged. Also you will get a skin on the surface which creates unsightly lumps in the glaze. Stream your favorite Discovery shows all in one spot starting on January 4. Iâm dying to try it for a dinner party this week, but is there a vegetarian alternative to the gelatin that works with this recipe? The glaze didn’t sink in and formed a good skin with the coconut stuck really well. Swiss Meringue or French Meringue Buttercream. Let's decorate and have fun. I made a 2x 6â cake with your recipe. Your email address will not be published. The filling would have marmalade jam on top of a ganache filling and the cake will be crumb coated with chocolate ganache. You will read the words “cool” and “refrigerate” a lot in the following sections! Add the vanilla, increase the speed to medium high and mix until smooth. Tidying up blemishes is a useful trick to have up your sleeve with Mirror Glazed Cakes because although we are after all seeking perfection here, life doesn’t always go to plan. In a nutshell, here is how to glaze a Mirror Cake: A flat, even cake surface is essential for beautiful smooth, flawless mirror glazes because the shiny nature of the glaze makes bumps and moulds highly visible. The Mirror Glaze will remain shiny and sparkly for days – unlike ones made with condensed milk which lose their shine after a day or so. Thank you for demystifying mirror glaze!! Hi Vale! Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the chocolate and the liquid, making sure that you are ⦠It’s a more technically perfect method that creates a thin 2 – 3 mm layer (as it should be!) Gelatine is what makes Mirror Glaze shiny. Not once, but twice! 1. Position the strainer and tilt the jug so you minimise the distance the liquid falls so you don’t create any bubbles. Do not touch the glaze once it is poured – anything that comes into contact with the glaze will leave a mark! But was wondering if you tried it before. Pipe half of the red batter into the center of one of the prepared pans, then pipe the remaining red batter into the center of the second pan. It ended up working and looking pretty fabulous for my first try. Make your second cut to get your wedge. 4. Even if yours is a bit bumpy, the glaze will still be so shiny. Combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup and 1/3 cup water in a medium saucepan. Any revised recipe to make different color? Refrigerate in an airtight container. Rich Chocolate Glaze Chop both types of chocolate and place them in a heat-proof bowl. Nor is a light and fluffy mascarpone frosting. Press J to jump to the feed. Place one cake layer onto the cake board bottom-side up. Frosting recipes should provide that information! Invert the second cake layer over top of the frosting layer. And none of my Beef Pho either!! No special equipment required – just a meat thermometer and strainer. Chocolate Mirror Cake, Chocolate Mirror Glaze, Mirror Glaze, Mirror Glaze Cake, I love hearing how you went with my recipes! 2. The no-condensed milk recipe I present here was taught to me by a professional pastry chef who has worked in some of the finest restaurants in Sydney. Don’t worry, the surface will still be flat. That action will create bubbles. There’s no need for leaf gelatine. See next section for how to transfer the cake. Strain – Slowly strain the liquid into a bowl, positioning the strainer such that you minimise the distance the liquid falls from the saucepan into the strainer, and also from the base of the strainer into the bowl. I think I used a small whisk and realized the instructions said not to use a whisk….lol…..it came out great still. I followed all your directions, the only thing I got a little problem with is transferring the glazed cake, but Iâm glad I did it! Reheated Mirror Glazes will get bubbles in them in the stirring process. This is the perfect pouring temperature so it blankets the cake smoothly without drips, won’t melt the ganache and sets in a thin 2 – 3mm layer â the perfect thickness for a mirror glaze. Pipe half the orange batter into the center of the red batter in the first pan, then repeat with the remaining orange batter in the second pan, tapping the pans gently as needed to level out the batter. They make a yield a thicker, less elegant Mirror Glaze that’s also overly sweet. Otherwise the glaze around the base of the cake will start to set and stick to the rack. I will also put a dam around the layer so it doesnât squish the marmalade out. Canât wait to try this! You can use virtually any cake that has some density and stability. 3 sticks (12 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature, Red, orange, yellow, green, blue and purple gel food coloring, as needed, 2 recipes Buttercream Frosting, recipe follows, 2 sticks (8 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature, 2 1/4 teaspoons unflavored powdered gelatin, 1 cup good-quality white chocolate disks or chopped white chocolate, Assorted colors of gel food coloring, as desired. Hence the beauty of homemade – so we can make it properly! Any frosting that can be spread smooth to cover bumps on cakes, firms up when chilled and is dense enough so chocolate mirror glaze won’t sink or absorb into it when it is poured over. Make your own mirror glaze cake. You just need to cook clever and get creative! Place a wire rack over a rimmed sheet pan and put the cake on top. You want a steady pouring stream so you get a curtain of chocolate coating the sides of the cake rather than piddly little drips! I will try this in the future. Hi Stephanie, it will change the texture unfortunately – something I’ll need to test! You can start and stop pours and it will still end up smooth, though you will get the most flawless finish if you can do it in one motion. It seems my glaze did not yield as much as yours ,my cake was an 8″. Powdered gelatine works just fine and it’s readily available everywhere. The most-asked question when I shared a preview of this cake was, “How do you move it!?!?!“. Hi Sanne, I’d need to test this and get back to you on that one! A mousse cake or a mousse layer is one that could be used without using frosting because the surface is already soft and smooth. Made from only a handful of ingredients and no special equipment, if youâve ever wanted to make a dessert to impress this is it! Some recipes use melted chocolate and condensed milk, but they aren’t as nice to eat. Clean knife, dip in warm water and dry again. Sprinkle your gelatin over the cold water and let bloom for 5 minutes. It’s worth mentioning that the Mirror Glaze itself can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to a week or even frozen. Your glaze is at 30°C/86°F (give or take 2 degrees); You strained into the pouring jug just before using it; and. Beat in the vanilla. This Mirror Cake Glaze gives the wow factor to any cake, a perfectly flawless mirror reflection. Bloom gelatine – put a small amount of water in a small bowl then sprinkle gelatine over. If you’ve always wanted to but been too intimidated by the thought of producing beautiful French patisserie-style cakes, Chocolate Mirror Glaze is an excellent place to start because: It’s a great show-off cake, one that everyone oohs and ahhs over how shiny and reflective the glaze is – just like a mirror! When the Mirror Glaze is the proper temperature, pour the colors together into a single container for a swirled effect. Glossy! Divide the glaze into bowls and color as desired. It makes it easier to spread the frosting smoothly. Filling only though! You don’t need to possess an expert’s hand with the pouring action. Don’t hesitate or do a thin stream. We can fix it in the next step. Smooth frosting and level cake – because bumps and dents show up on shiny glazes. It will take a minute or two of stirring but it will dissolve. Mix – it will set into a thick paste. The mirror glaze will start to set after about 10 minutes. Transfer the pans to a rack and let cool 10 minutes, then invert the cakes onto a wire rack and cool completely. Frosting is required to make the surface level and smooth for a flawless mirror finish. Inactive cooling time includes time to cool, , unsweetened, sifted (preferably dutch processed, Note 5). like the Lemon Glaze in this cake). Required fields are marked *. Otherwise, refrigerate – you don’t need to cover an uncut cake because the mirror glaze seals it! This makes a thicker layer of mirror glaze which helps disguise more blemishes on the surface of the cake. All rights reserved. Refrigerate to set and chill, about 3 hours. Melt gelatin for 5 seconds in ⦠(Yes, I said meat thermometer!). Check your cake by looking at it from the side. Do not transfer the mirror glaze into the pouring jug until just before using. Spread a small amount of Buttercream Frosting onto an 8-inch cake board. Making a mirror glaze is very easy IF you follow a few key tips that make all the difference between success and lumpy failure: I’ve made all these mistakes, so you don’t have to! More on alternative Mirror Glazes below. It just takes patience – lots of cooling / refrigeration steps. I just made this cake for turkey day I have never ever attempted such a cake. Professional pâtissiers use a stick blender / immersion blender. Itâll just be a short 2 layer cake. Fill a tall jug with warm tap water. Hi Nagi. Slide them under the cake, then lift and shift (see below for steps – I use this same method after glazing); 2. See this separate post for my directions: How to Make Frosting Smooth on Cakes. Reduce the mixer ⦠But the mousse would need to be hard chilled overnight. Thank you, Hi Jean – NO IDEA! They won’t appreciate it now ð Great job, it’s perfect. Day 2: Make the crémeux; pour into small dome molds and freeze overnight. A classic Chocolate Mirror Glaze is made of gelatine, water, cream, sugar and cocoa powder. Freeze cake for 1 hour until buttercream is very firm. Place your frozen frosted cake on top of an inverted cake pan resting on top of a baking sheet lined with a cooling rack. So you don’t perceive a “jelly” texture and barely notice it is there! Some recipes call for melted chocolate and condensed milk instead of cream. Little smears like you see on the side of the cake below don’t matter – the glaze will hide those as it runs over it. Extended schedule: (about 30 to 60 minutes of active time per day) Day 1: Make the caramel. I honestly think this one may not be the best for that idea is it will get stuck in the glaze. I attempted this glaze and it came out 90% great, there were gaps where the glaze did not cover some areas of the sides. Do not stir vigorously and do not use a whisk, or you’ll create bubbles in the glaze which will tarnish the perfect finish! Try not to drop a ⦠Thanks for replying to my query – I agree this time I will have use something else – perhaps your buttercream. The glaze should be shiny and glossy at this point, and hopefully bubble free. Pull wedge out and marvel at the perfect layers before continuing to cut more slices! Galaxy Mirror Glaze. 1. There are also some troubleshooting tricks to know which I have deployed many times! Cover & cool – Cover the mirror glaze with cling wrap, pressing so it touches the surface to prevent a skin forming. N x. Starting in the middle of the cake, pour in an expanding spiral motion outwards towards the edge of the cake, so the glaze spreads across the surface and down the sides. It’s much easier than you think. 1. N x. Hoi Sanne, according to Dr Oetker: 1 gram of leaf = 1 gram of powder. Hi Jenny, none that I’ve tried sorry!! My boys are at the stage where they simply inhale food to feel full. Hey Nagi! Version 2.5.8. Just use your trusty old meat thermometer! Pour the cold water with the gelatin and stir well until the mixture has the texture ⦠Thank you! 1 leaf = approx 1,5 gram. I believe you can make great food with everyday ingredients even if youâre short on time and cost conscious. So transfer the cake to a rack before it sets otherwise you’ll get little drags on the edge of the base where the you pick it up (the glaze sticks to the rack). Boil – Bring to boil to dissolve the sugar, then take it straight off the stove; 4. N x. Omg !! 3. Place the chilled cake onto a wire rack fitted inside a baking sheet. that literally dissolves in your mouth. If you need coat a patch you missed on the side, just pour down the edge of the cake only, to minimise risk of faint “puddle” lines on the top of the cake. Leave for 5 minutes so the gelatine crystals absorb the water. It will not crust over like typical glazes (eg. The glaze itself is very thin, maybe a millimeter thick or so. Smooth frosting or ganache finish on cakes, 1. Pour in the bloomed gelatin, and whisk until the gelatin is ⦠Proper Mirror Glazes are no thicker than 3mm and are not made with condensed milk, for superior results (read in post for more info). And here’s some final words of encouragement I have to offer: So what if it’s not perfect?? N x. Hi Nagi, I want to use your glaze recipe for my orange chocolate cake. If you just added the powder straight into the glaze, you’d end up with lots of lumps. ð¬. Subscribe to my newsletter and follow along on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram for all of the latest updates. When you peel off the cling wrap once the Mirror Glaze is cool, it will peel off any white foam that I mentioned above not to worry about. In the Netherlands, leaf gelatin is more common. Transfer each color to a separate disposable pastry bag or resealable ziptop bag. Soak the gelatine in 80ml cold water for 5 mins. This is the best way to ensure you get a perfect, flawless surface. Make one slice into the cake. Bloom the gelatin. It makes the glaze set into a glossy, thin layer of what is essentially chocolate jelly. The ingredient that makes Mirror Glazes so shiny is gelatine. It calls for patience above all else (you will read the words “cool” and “fridge” a lot! I manage this on my own, but it’s easier if you get a helping hand! Ensure the glaze is completely smooth (just follow my recipe); and. Whisk together the gelatin and 3 tablespoons water in a small bowl; set aside to bloom. If you touch it once it has set, you will leave a faint fingerprint mark on it. When the glaze is between 75 and 80 degrees F, it is ready to pour. Heat the sugar, glucose and 100ml water gently in ⦠Hi tin, I just made your Chocolate Mirror Glaze Cake and it was fantastic! This recipe is good for chocolate color only. Donât do anything to mess with the mirror effect. It turned out amazing. I put leaf sprinkles on my cake. I’m so glad you enjoyed it though!! I found the next day while slicing the cake the glaze peel off like a skin, it is due to the age of the gelatin as mine was bit near the expiry date? Join my free email list to receive THREE free cookbooks! Oh Iâm anxious pouring the glaze (itâs 36deg at the moment). Once the Mirror Glaze has been applied, they seal the cake completely so they can be stored in the fridge and patisserie windows without having to cover them. Is there a way to make this dairy free? I hope thereâs a way I can send a photo of how my cake looks like. I would not recommend really airy, soft or fragile cakes (like Chiffon Cakes) because they will be difficult to handle and prone to easily denting. Everyone who ate this cake found it moorish. Refrigerate cake layers for at least 1 hour until well-chilled (for easier handling). Well done again,Nagi. Because it’s been really cool/cold here lately in Sydney while I’ve been shooting/testing out this recipe ready for sharing, I’ve just kept it under a cake dome on the counter. However, a buttercream frosting or chocolate ganache is perfect. Why not have fun making a shiny mirror glaze cake that looks like a mirror? – Nagi X. I made this (cake and all) and it was great, such an impressive, enormous, delicious cake! Voila! Whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Mirror glaze actually isn’t hard to do if you follow some key tips that will ensure success, even if you’re a first timer. Crumb coating is a cake decorating technique where a thin smear of frosting is applied all over the cake seal in stray crumbs before coating with a proper thick layer of frosting. 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