A mirror glaze cake is a type of cake that has a shiny, reflective glaze poured over it, giving it a mirror-like surface. The glaze is made from ingredients including sweetened condensed milk, chocolate (often white chocolate), water, gelatin, sugar, and sometimes glucose or corn syrup, along with food coloring for visual effect. The glaze is poured over a frozen cake or mousse cake, which allows the gelatin to set quickly and creates the smooth, glossy finish. The mirror glaze is not hard but slightly sticky and gummy in texture, somewhat like a cross between fruit leather and jello. It is used mainly for its stunning visual appeal rather than flavor, though it has a pleasant sweet taste that complements the cake. The process typically involves freezing the cake before glazing and pouring the glaze at a precise temperature to ensure the perfect smooth and reflective coat. This technique also allows for creative color patterns and designs on the cake surface. In summary, a mirror glaze cake is characterized by its shiny, reflective surface achieved by pouring a gelatin-based, glossy glaze over a frozen cake.
