Step-By-Step Mirror Glaze Tutorial - How To Make A Mirror Glaze Cake!

FULL RECIPE HERE: tatyanaseverydayfood.com/reci...
The newest, trendiest way to garnish a cake - the mirror glaze! In my step-by-step video tutorial, I'll show you how you can recreate this amazing finish at home. Find all the ingredients needed below in both grams and standard American measuring cups. This recipe makes a large batch of glaze, perfect for covering a large cake. This glaze can be used on most cakes, as long as the top and sides are smooth and free of bumps and lumps; otherwise, the glaze will not set smoothly.
YOU'LL NEED:
3 tablespoons (30g) unflavored gelatin
3/4 cup (180g) cold water
2/3 cup (210g) sweetened condensed milk
1 1/4 cups (300g) white granulated sugar
200ml (300g) light corn syrup
1 3/4 cup (300g) white chocolate
200ml (200g) water
concentrated gel food coloring
white food coloring
edible gold dust, optional
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[@lucascoelhog3094]

That is a really great technique to have within our repertoire. Thanks so much for sharing with us!

[@veronicabellaarifin2275]

This is sooo cool 😍 I've been seeing this a lot on Instagram and always wanted to know how to make it. Thanks so much for the tutorial!

[@Heghineh1]

Looks like many cooking channels are into this mirror glaze:) Thank you for the recipe , I'll try it soon!

[@SpoonForkHeart]

Very nice tutorial!

[@JaimeThomas]

So gorgeous this is seeing so much of this such a cool idea 😊

[@nazoratibragimova6916]

You're the best, thanks for the recipe!!!

[@paetonmoran351]

I'm going to use this recipe for my birthday THX

[@ingridrivera700]

Love your vids keep up the good work❤❤

[@summertimemcmuffin10]

Tatyana You are so much brighter in your new videos. I've been watching some of your old ones and you seem so much more bubbly and enthusiastic these days :) I love your channel xxx

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

lol it comes with practice! :) Thanks for watching :)

[@bilybluefaith]

love this!!

[@AussieAngeS]

Wow that looks really fabulous. I've never heard of this glaze before.

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Thank you! :) It's been the newest craze here!

[@sanaaurakzai6897]

i just love all of ur videoz ur the bestt^^

[@jessietan-bamel7887]

I like the way you mentioned about your mistakes - really helps explain why you did the mirror glaze

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Glad you enjoyed my tutorial! :)

[@gl7038]

Thank you for this video

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

You're very welcome! :)

[@halaawwad3254]

love you and love your videos

[@JyotiSharma-kk3ic]

Hi thanks for sharing this recipe can use agar agar and liquid glucose in this recipe replace gelatin and light corn syrup

[@jmmartin65]

You are going to be the reason I will finally conquer the mirror glaze!!!! It’s been on my bucket list for about six months and it just looked so intimidating but after making marshmallows, I realized from your tutorial, that I could do this as well! Thank you so very much !!!! if you have an Instagram page I will be following you now!!!!!!

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Hi Jean! I'm so glad you found my video! Mirror glazes are so fun - I hope you enjoy using this technique at home. I do have an Instagram! It's under the same name as my channel :)

[@saipavan9874]

So pretty!

[@justaddmusclecom]

Thats such a cool looking cake, definitely had never seen one like that before. Thumbs up.

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Thank you :)

[@krod2311]

TatyanasEverydayFood hi I wanted to know when you do a Russian sponge cake and you are trying to do the mirror glaze do you use a moose cake on top of the sponge cake to be the even layer or what kind of specific cake do you use to create this mirror effect

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Hi! I recommend using a mousse cake or cover the cake in a buttercream frosting first and let it set in the refrigerator.

[@shannonmcdonald3087]

how does this glaze taste? Is it as good as icing a cake with frosting?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

It tastes like white chocolate jello :)

[@ghaniyaawan8557]

Ok thankyou so much

[@lamiaid7136]

I love the video

[@SonnySoHappy]

love that you told us the measurements for the USA n other countries

[@makarim1]

me 2

[@krod2311]

Tatyana I was wondering if you could post a video on a regular white chocolate mousse and chocolate mousse recipe for these cakes?

[@crivensro]

Thank you for an excellent tutorial! What can be done with the leftover glaze after the cake is done?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

You can keep it stored covered in the refrigerator :)

[@JoanieSimonMedia]

Cake transfers always make me so nervous!!!!! :) lol..so beautiful, Tatyana!

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Me, too! :) Thank you!

[@samantha4142]

Omg I love your voice!!!!😊

[@orichminahzare2843]

Hi Tatyana, I love your videos as always can you tell me please this glaze recipe for what size cake be good? Thank you so much! Also can I reduce the sugar?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Thank you! This glaze recipe makes a large amount, it can easily cover 2, 8-inch cakes or one large cake. I don't recommend adjusting the sugar, I'm not sure how it would affect the recipe

[@factcraze97]

you are so pretty and your cake is too pretty 😊

[@meaghanstrayer1701]

Very pretty. Love your channel. Have you had any requests to do a tutorial on baklava? Would love that!

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

That's a great idea! I'll add the to my list :)

[@gdwong2929]

wow your video make me subscribed your channel hahaha best chef ever

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Thank you! :)

[@aehrakhab]

So beautiful, by the way i love to eat popcorn do you have a yummy recipes for caramel popcorn??

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Thank you! :) I don't have one yet

[@zeenaenglish7969]

nice

[@erikaherron1206]

I love your videos because you always thoroughly explain everything! Can this be used on any cake? Would it work on a cake that is crumb coated in buttercream?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I'm so happy you're enjoying my recipes and videos! Yes, you can use this one a buttercream cake. I recommend placing it into the freezer for about an hour so the glaze sticks to the surface better.

[@JohnsBrownEyes]

queen

[@sgaayu]

hi, really loved the recipe. i have a question do you have recipe for small quantity..? this recipe seems to be much. thanks

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

You can easily cut the ingredients in half for less! :)

[@najdalawad8233]

very helpful thank you! i did similar recipe but i found it to be little transparent, how can I make it more opaque?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Try adding white food coloring, I find that it makes a huge difference. Also, I do 2 coats of the glaze. I find that one is typically not enough

[@nayasgift]

Hi Tatiana what is the best brand of white chocolate for ganache as a final coating or frosting for cake? thanks

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I usually use Ghirardelli chocolate, I have them in my shop here: tatyanaseverydayfood.com/shop/

[@baolinchang1343]

Mmm, looks so good! Im going to try it out :) You should try making homemade icecream cakes or just icecream itself :D

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

:) Coming soon!

[@Mrsgates2010]

I love love love the colors you used for this one. One question I have is, does the cake have to be covered in a frosting for it to work best or can you mirror glaze over fondant too!

[@Mrsgates2010]

+ericxohh The question was......covered in buttercream alone or can it be fondant as well.

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

That's a great question. I think both will work. This will also work great on mousse cakes and cheesecakes :)

[@ghadirissa4713]

Hi Tatyana, I am planning to make your mango mousse recipe with this mirror glaze instead of the jello layer. However, I don't have light corn syrup for making the glaze, can I use dark corn syrup instead? Thank you so much for these amazing recipes!

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

That's a great question! You could use dark corn syrup but please keep in mind the glaze will have a yellow tint to it from the dark syrup.

[@ghaniyaawan8557]

What we do with the leftover glaze nwe keep on pouring until the col comes n for cornsyrup can we can substitute glucose syrup

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

You can save the leftover glaze in a closed container in the fridge, then reheat when ready to reuse. Yes, corn syrup and glucose are interchangable

[@Bluemoon-vm4lg]

hi tatyana looking sooo beautiful. and the cake is also sooo beautiful.but i think it's not easy for me.what is that corn syrup?? any substitute for that?? looks like liquid glucose can i add that??

[@hananmansoor4225]

They're basically the same thing I believe so yes :)

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, it's practically the same thing as glucose and interchangeable in this recipe :)

[@stephaniepollard4079]

is there a way I can use this on other foods besides cakes? If so, will the recipe be the same or different?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I'm sure you could use over other things like donuts. I would keep the recipe the same :)

[@varunacharaz4558]

hi tatyanas I would like to know, which ingredient would you advise me to use instead of the corn syrup, can i replace it by glucose thanks ☺☺😅😆

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, glucose and corn syrup are close to the same thing :)

[@malinkasweet4562]

Hi Tanya! Can you help me please? Can I use silver grade gelatin or pectin? Can't find regular gelatin where I live.

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Hi! Yes, gelatin sheets will also work well :)

[@beachbum0014]

That cake is absolutely gorgeous! It reminds me of Jupiter, haha.

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

lol my husband said the same thing :)

[@pillarsuper7026]

Can we use regular fod coloring if we can't find gel food coloring

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, you could use regular, just keep in mind you'll need a lot more of it :)

[@mahvi21]

beautiful! can the remaining glaze be refrigerated for later use?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Thank you! Absolutely, just keep covered and refrigerated. Reheat in the microwave or over water bath :)

[@griceldaleon2001]

Can the leftover Glaze be stored? If so how and for how long? Thank you. Love your channel!!

[@missteeq26]

Hey Tatyana, I'm thinking of doing your recipe of no-bake grape cheesecake and I came across this video of mirror glaze - looks magical! A question - when you refrigerate the mirror glaze, how much time does it have to be in the refrigerator because I don't really know when it gets to the right temperature and I want it to be accurate.. Thank you for the help! :)

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Hi! :) The glaze needs to cool down to about 85F. You can even let it stand at room temperature until it reaches that temp. It will be lukewarm to touch and be much thicker. If it looks too thin and runs off of a spoon like water, wait a bit longer!

[@bangaliana8913]

tatyana can I use agar agar instesd of geletin?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I haven't tried this with agar but I'm sure it would work. The temperature would have to be higher though since agar sets very quickly.

[@mochimeows]

First comment love the video Tatyana! 👏🏻

[@mochimeows]

Also first view and like 👍🏻

[@mosellewonttell7780]

Is this okay to use over fondant or frosting?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I would use this over super smooth frosting. I'm not sure how it would stick to fondant... Ideally, it's perfect for mousse cakes.

[@amelia-ko4jx]

Just wondering what does the glaze taste like? Thank you :)

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

It tastes like white chocolate Jello, very mild in flavor

[@uniquemomma255]

Can you add fruit on top as decoration? Maybe at the last minute before serving?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, absolutely! Just let the glaze set in the fridge first, then garnish the top.

[@xkawaiixo]

Hey tatyana ^^, Does mirror glaze have to be refrigerated? or will it still hold shape /stay set even left on the counter?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I recommend placing it into the refrigerator because it does melt and drip if it's out for too long

[@eenochhin5910]

Hi can I use vanilla Spong cake glaze cake?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Hi! As long as you frost the outside with a frosting first. Otherwise, the glaze won't stick

[@ashlyspaugh1255]

What type of frosting did you use on the cake before glazing?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I used a simple buttercream and I refrigerated the cake before adding the glaze

[@killawattz9773]

Can you make a coconut flan???

[@kalpanamaheshwari9773]

Hi... Thanks for perfect recipe..... Today I made glaze cake..... And I used agar agar replace gelatin...... I want to know how many days we can keep remaining glaze in the freeze.....thanks once again

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

The glaze should be fine in the fridge for a few weeks, although you'll need to reheat it to use it again

[@kalpanamaheshwari9773]

Thanku so much ......i am pure vegetarian...... Can you share eggless spong cake recipe using cake gel.....

[@similenju3876]

Wowwwww

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Thanks!

[@michellloh3859]

Hi. Can use fresh cream frost to cover cake ?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I don't think that would work well under the mirror glaze. You want the surface to be firm; I think the cream would melt from the warm glaze

[@mirrorglazecakes4673]

very great / i make only Mirror Glaze on my channel

[@donnastephenson5754]

How long can it be left ou of the fridge for. Am making for a party.

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

It can stand out for a few hours. Just refrigerate the cake overnight first.

[@mhasan458i]

can I use agar agar for this recipe and how much will I need for this recipe

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, agar can be used in this recipe. I haven't made it with agar yet but I think you'll need the same amout

[@viegofidel]

Wonderful tutorial and thank you! I'm sorry... I can't seem to figure out where the recipe is posted for this video. If you have a link for that, I'd be quite obliged

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

My pleasure! I have the recipe here: tatyanaseverydayfood.com/mirror-glaze-tutorial/#recipe

[@dennisp8641]

Plan on making a mirror glaze cake for T'Giving. Does the glaze melt easily? Will it be be safe for a 2 hr. car ride?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Once you glaze the cake, allow it to set in the refrigerator overnight. Once it's set, it will be stable for a few hours.

[@dennisp8641]

@@TatyanasEverydayFood Great. Thank You!

[@nakiajones4123]

Can you mirror glaze mini cakes? The ones for tea parties?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Sure! :) Just make sure they are smoothly frosted on the outside first.

[@712freakinout]

Is it possible to use gelatin leaves instead of gelatin powder? If so, how many gelatin leaves should i use?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, gelatin leaves will work great here, too. This is the conversion that I got online: 1 (0.25 oz.) envelope granulated gelatin = 1 tablespoon powdered gelatin = 3sheets leaf gelatin

[@sarishnasingh9601]

How can you write on this cake or add any decorations, can you do a cochella themed cake?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

First, allow the glaze to chill in the refrigerator, then you can use icing or chocolate ganache to add writing

[@starlight7100]

thank you! looks pretty. Tatyana what kind of work did you do before youtube?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Thank you! :) I actually worked in a dental office :)

[@starlight7100]

+TatyanasEverydayFood what did you do? dental assistant, hygienist, receptionist?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Dental assistant first, then switched to front desk :)

[@starlight7100]

+TatyanasEverydayFood thank you for replying :):):)

[@kroooo2394]

Can I use a free-standing blender instead of the stick type?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I think that it will great, too! :)

[@kroooo2394]

TatyanasEverydayFood Thank you! :)

[@carmelaeugenio178]

Hello can I use Gelatine sheets?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, gelatin sheets will also work. Look for the highest strength you can find, since powdered gelatin is very strong.

[@ghaniyaawan8557]

Can we use powder col instead of gel col does it come nice am afraid its not become spoty as powder col does blend well

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, powder color will also work well! :)

[@ghaniyaawan8557]

TatyanasEverydayFood I tried your glaze recipe its good but the left over how I heat it direct or microwave it n how I can show h my cake pic

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Hi! You can heat it either in the microwave or use a double boiler :)

[@ghaniyaawan8557]

TatyanasEverydayFood thankyou

[@ashifabatool6546]

can we use honey instead of corn syrup? corn syrup is nt avalable in my area

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Unfortunately, I don't think honey would work for this recipe!

[@angelle2704tl]

Can we use dark chocolate? And just add luster dust?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, you can definitely make this with dark chocolate, too :)

[@FIRDOUS3081]

hiya, does my cake need to be covered in mousse or icing before adding the glaze?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I recommend covering in butter cream, or if you're using a mousse cake, place it into the freezer for the outside to set

[@krod2311]

Tatyana I was wondering if you could post a video on a regular white chocolate mousse and chocolate mousse recipe for these cakes?

[@jennawhite6159]

What happens if you do not use white food coloring?

[@learninggerman893]

What is corn syrup

[@noufnabeel6294]

Can i refreigrat the rest of glze ? Then microwave it again fefore useing ?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes! Just make sure to keep it covered in the fridge, then reheat in microwave. I recommend blending it again afterwards to make sure all the clumps are gone :)

[@noufnabeel6294]

+TatyanasEverydayFood thanks 👋🏽❤️

[@riyakashyapghatowar3278]

Alternative for corn syrup?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I don't think there's a good alternative. It's need to make the glaze glossy

[@jennawhite6159]

What happens if you refirdgerate it overnight? Can you re-heat and use again?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, you can definitely refrigerate the glaze, then reheat and use again :) If you don't want to add the white food coloring, that would be okay. It just makes the color that you add really pop and vibrant

[@kikinicole271]

Can you do it over fondant? I'm trying make a shape cake.

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Hmm, I've never tried over fondant but I'm sure it would work. Make sure to chill the cake, then pour the glaze over; it will stick better

[@kikinicole271]

TatyanasEverydayFood does it have to be flat for the glaze? Or can it be like a car shape

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I've always done it on a flat cake, although I've seen it poured over a shaped cake, too

[@wandabarcomb9540]

Can you use other milk instead of the condensed?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

No, only condensed will work for this recipe

[@sdfgghbfdisd]

What was the cake covered in? Was that buttercream? Can u use mirror glaze over a whipped cream covering?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

The cake was covered in buttercream and I refrigerated it before adding the glaze. I honestly don't think whipped cream would work, the glaze and cream would slide off I think. The glaze is rather sticky and heavy...

[@poonamchaddha9126]

can we use this glaze on whipped cream frosted cake

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Hmm, maybe if you chill/freeze the cake beforehand. That way the glaze won't melt the frosting..

[@dbschannel5260]

Poonam Chaddha have u tried on whipped cream frosted cake

[@user-hp9kw9cp7x]

what does 4/5cup means. please

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I have the recipe with metric measurements on my blog! :)

[@hashimthangal3176]

Can I substitute corn syrup

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Corn syrup and glucose are interchangable

[@abeirdiab409]

Can I reuse the leftover glaze again?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes! You can store it in the fridge, then reheat when you need to use it again.

[@jand9809]

What did you cover your cake with, just buttercream icing?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, I used buttercream for this cake

[@verogl484]

What is supposed to be the texture of the glaze after refrigerating it with the cake? Is it supposed to feel sticky or smooth? Thanks in advance :)

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

It will stay shiny and glossy, but it will be sticky to the touch. I recommend letting it set for a few hours in the refrigerator before cutting into the cake so the glaze is easier to cut through :)

[@verogl484]

+TatyanasEverydayFood. Thanks...was wondering bc my cake's glaze was sticky :)

[@rifkashaikh]

here we don't get white chocolate chips we get white chocolate slabs so how much should am a bit confused

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Just weight out the chocolate, you'll need 300 grams

[@nayasgift]

it:s me again, how many batches of glaze do I need for a tall 12 in cake with an 8in second tier thanks

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I would definitely recommend doubling even tripling the batch. It's always good to have some extra, I typically pour over 2 coats

[@jabinrahaman4511]

Can i use jelly powder?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I haven't tried this with a different gelatin...

[@Amoebafollicle]

Can we refrigerate the excess glaze and then heat it up when we need it next time?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes! :) Just keep it covered and refrigerated, then microwave or set over water bath to melt. I also recommend blending it again after reheating to get rid of clumps

[@Amoebafollicle]

okie thanks!!!

[@SamriddhifashionsUSA]

hi i liked your receipe can u tell me how do we know its 90℉?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

I recommend using a thermometer, but if you don't have one, it should be lukewarm to touch. You'll notice it getting thicker

[@SamriddhifashionsUSA]

Ok...tysm:)

[@amyk4288]

what can you do with the excess glaze?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Just scrape from the pan into the same container, cover and store in the refrigerator. You can reheat the glaze and blend it again

[@bloodbaymare]

What does the glaze taste like? Just sweet? It's beautiful and I love this trend!

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

It's sweet and when it sets, it's like a creamy, sweet jello :)

[@lucyw.mcmellan7274]

Does the cake need to be refrigerated prior to pouring the glaze on it?

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, I think a cold cake works best for the glaze! :)

[@lucyw.mcmellan7274]

Thanks Tatyana.

[@shuggaraecreation2009]

PRETTY! What will you do with the remaining glaze, can you re-use the glazed that runned off.

[@TatyanasEverydayFood]

Yes, you can just place it back into the jar, cover, and keep refrigerated. Then reheat to reuse.

[@clairefaithquilla7600]

+TatyanasEverydayFood ilove cakes😍😘❤❤