How to Bake a Vanilla Mirror Glaze Cake

Baking a Vanilla Mirror Glaze Cake is a beautiful and impressive dessert that can be served on special occasions or just as a sweet treat. Here is a step-by-step guide to baking a Vanilla Mirror Glaze Cake:

Ingredients:

For the cake:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour - 2 teaspoons baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened - 1 cup granulated sugar - 2 large eggs - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 3/4 cup whole milk

For the mirror glaze:

- 1/2 cup water - 1 cup granulated sugar - 2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk - 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin powder - 1 cup white chocolate chips - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract - Food coloring (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and mixing well after each addition.

5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

6. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan, then remove from the pan and place on a wire rack.

7. To make the mirror glaze, combine the water and sugar in a saucepan and heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.

8. Add the sweetened condensed milk and gelatin powder, and whisk until well combined.

9. Remove from the heat and add the white chocolate chips and vanilla extract. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.

10. If you want to add food coloring, divide the glaze into separate bowls and add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl, stirring until the desired color is achieved.

11. Allow the glaze to cool for 10-15 minutes, then pour over the cooled cake, making sure to cover the entire cake with the glaze.

12. Allow the glaze to set for at least 1 hour before serving.

Your Vanilla Mirror Glaze Cake is now ready to be served! It's a delicious and impressive dessert that is sure to impress your guests.