
Elegant Red Velvet Mousse Cake with a Stunning Mirror Glaze
Impress your guests with this Red Velvet Mousse Cake with Mirror Glaze—a luxurious dessert that combines layers of moist red velvet cake, creamy vanilla mousse, and a striking glossy glaze. This showstopping treat is perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to wow your loved ones.
Ingredients
For the Cake Base:
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring
For the Vanilla Mousse:
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
- ½ cup (115g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
- 3 tablespoons cold water
For the Mirror Glaze:
- ½ cup (120ml) water
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
- 4 oz (115g) white chocolate, finely chopped
- A few drops of red food coloring
Instructions
Step 1: Bake the Red Velvet Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together egg, oil, buttermilk, vinegar, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely before slicing into two even layers.
Step 2: Prepare the Vanilla Mousse
- Sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes. Heat the mixture gently until the gelatin dissolves.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the vanilla extract and melted gelatin.
- Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks, then fold it gently into the cream cheese mixture. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to slightly thicken.
Step 3: Assemble the Cake
- Place one layer of red velvet cake at the bottom of a springform pan.
- Spread half of the vanilla mousse evenly over the cake. Place the second layer of cake on top and cover it with the remaining mousse. Smooth the surface and refrigerate for 4–6 hours, or until fully set.
Step 4: Create the Mirror Glaze
- Bloom the gelatin in ½ cup of water for 5 minutes.
- Heat sugar, water, and condensed milk in a saucepan until hot but not boiling. Remove from heat and stir in the gelatin until dissolved.
- Pour the mixture over the chopped white chocolate and stir until smooth. Add red food coloring to achieve the desired shade. Cool the glaze to 90°F (32°C) before use.
Step 5: Glaze and Decorate
- Remove the cake from the springform pan and place it on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
- Pour the mirror glaze evenly over the cake, letting it drip over the sides.
- Decorate with whipped cream, chocolate shards, or edible gold dust as desired. Chill for 30 minutes to set the glaze.
Tips for Success
- Ensure your mousse is firm before applying the mirror glaze for the best results.
- For a flawless glaze, strain it through a fine mesh sieve to remove air bubbles.
- Work quickly with the glaze as it thickens as it cools.
Storage Suggestions
- Keep the cake refrigerated and consume within 3 days for the freshest taste.
- Avoid freezing the cake as it may alter the texture of the mousse and glaze.
Why You’ll Love This Cake
The delicate balance of textures and flavors in this Red Velvet Mousse Cake with Mirror Glaze makes it a crowd-pleaser. From the rich, velvety cake to the creamy mousse and stunning glaze, this dessert is as delightful to eat as it is to admire. Serve it at weddings, birthdays, or any celebration where only the best will do!