Mirror cakes 3.1.0(1)

Mirror cakes are a type of cake that features a glossy, reflective glaze on the surface, often made from a mixture of gelatin, sugar, and water, creating a beautiful, shiny finish.

To make a mirror glaze, combine gelatin with water to bloom it, then heat sugar, corn syrup, and cream until dissolved. Mix in the bloomed gelatin and mix until smooth, adding food coloring as desired.

Yes! You can customize the flavor by adding extracts or flavored syrups to the cake layers and adjusting the ingredients in the glaze.

Dense cakes like mousse cakes or pound cakes work best as they can support the weight of the glaze without collapsing.

Pour the cooled glaze over the chilled cake placed on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to catch drips. Ensure the cake is cold to help the glaze set upon contact.

Mirror glaze should be consumed within 2-3 days for optimal texture and flavor but can last up to a week when properly stored in the refrigerator.

While you can freeze the cake without glaze, it's not recommended to freeze mirror glazed cakes as it may affect the texture and shine of the glaze.

You will need cake baking pans, mixing bowls, a thermometer for temperature checking, a wire rack, and possibly a food processor for blending your ingredients.

Yes! Vegan alternatives involve using plant-based gelatin substitutes like agar-agar and non-dairy ingredients for cake layers.

You can purchase mirror cakes from Akatsuki Buddy K.K. through their official website or at their physical store locations.