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Strawberry Mirror Glaze Cake Recipe Easy Vanilla Mousse Delight

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A show-stopping cake featuring a feather-light vanilla sponge, creamy vanilla mousse, and a glossy strawberry mirror glaze. Perfect for birthdays, brunches, or any special occasion, this dessert is easy to make and guaranteed to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) cake flour
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 1/2 cup (120g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup (35g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest (optional)
  • 1 cup (200g) fresh strawberries, hulled and pureed (or thawed frozen strawberries)
  • 2/3 cup (130g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) water
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp (10g) powdered gelatin (about 2 envelopes)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) cold water (for blooming the gelatin)
  • Optional: a drop or two of pink or red food coloring
  • Fresh strawberries, sliced (for garnish)
  • Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch (23cm) cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
  3. Using an electric mixer, beat eggs and sugar on high speed for 5-6 minutes until pale, thick, and fluffy.
  4. Gently fold in the dry ingredients, a third at a time, using a spatula.
  5. Combine milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour into the batter and gently fold until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-28 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a rack to cool completely.
  7. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Set aside.
  8. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth.
  9. Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture gently until blended.
  10. Spread mousse evenly over cooled cake, smoothing the top. Chill in the fridge for 1 hour to set.
  11. Sprinkle powdered gelatin over cold water in a small bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
  12. Puree strawberries and strain through a fine mesh sieve. Add sugar, water, and lemon juice.
  13. Heat strawberry mixture in a saucepan over medium heat until it just starts to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in bloomed gelatin until dissolved. Add food coloring if desired.
  14. Let glaze cool to about 90°F (32°C), pourable but not hot.
  15. Place mousse-topped cake on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Slowly pour cooled glaze over the center, letting it flow over the sides. Use an offset spatula to nudge if needed.
  16. Chill glazed cake for 30-45 minutes until glaze is set and mirror-like.
  17. Transfer to serving plate. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices and mint leaves.
  18. Slice with a sharp, thin knife for clean layers, wiping the blade between cuts.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients for the sponge. Cake flour yields a lighter texture. Chill mousse and glaze thoroughly for a flawless finish. Gluten-free and dairy-free adaptations are possible. The cake is nut-free but check ingredient labels for allergies. The glaze can be made with other berries for variety.

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