How to Make a Marble Mirror Cake

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 F. Beat the cake mix

   Add in the eggs one at a time until fully mixed.
   
   Then, beat on high for two minutes.
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   Step 2: butter and milk on medium-high speed.

   Knock the pan on the counter 2 or 3 times to get any excess air bubbles out. , Once done, cool on top of a wire rack for 45 minutes. ,, Beat the powdered sugar, butter and vanilla extract together in a medium bowl until smooth.,, Place it in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. , Place in the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes., Allow it to sit for 3 to 5 minutes.
   
   Blooming is a technique that allows the gelatin to slightly dissolve in the water so it will dissolve faster when heated up. , Remove from heat and add in gelatin., Allow this to sit for 5 minutes before mixing. , Check with a candy thermometer. , Make sure to work quickly because the glaze needs to stay at 32C/90F to make it easy to pour. , Place the cake on an elevated surface, using a large glass or an elevated cake stand; this will allow the excess glaze to fall off of the cake easily. , To do this, pour the main color over the entirety of the cake.
   
   Then, immediately pour the secondary colors directly on top. , Quickly swipe it across to remove any excess glaze and air bubbles. , While it is setting, you can add some pearl dust to add a sparkling shine. ,
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   Step 3: Pour the mixture into a greased 9 inch cake pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.

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   Step 4: Place the cake on the top rack of a preheated oven for 50 minutes.

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   Step 5: Once cool

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   Step 6: evenly slice the cake in 2 layers and prepare it for the buttercream.

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   Step 7: Make the buttercream.

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   Step 8: Put half of the frosting made in the middle of the two layers.

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   Step 9: Add a thin crumb coat around the entire cake with the buttercream.

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    Step 10: Add a final coat of buttercream with the remaining frosting.

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    Step 11: Bloom the gelatin in the 1/3 cup of cold water.

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    Step 12: Boil remaining water

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    Step 13: sugar and corn syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat until fully dissolved.

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    Step 14: Add the condensed milk to the mix and pour the entire warm mixture over the white chocolate.

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    Step 15: Carefully stir and allow it to get to 32C/90F.

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    Step 16: Divide your glaze into bowls and color with gel food coloring.

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    Step 17: Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper for an easier clean up.

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    Step 18: Marble the glaze.

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    Step 19: Use a long offset spatula and hold it level to the top of the cake.

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    Step 20: Let the cake sit for 20 minutes before moving to a serving board.

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    Step 21: Once set

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    Step 22: serve and enjoy a cake with a beautiful mirror finish!

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