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Mirror Cake Glaze

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This creamy white-chocolate glaze sets with a mirror-like shine when poured over a smoothly frosted cake. For a gorgeous marbled effect, layer several colors of glaze into one bowl before pouring it over the cake. For instructions for making a heart-shaped cake, read more here.

Cooks' Note

This recipe makes enough to cover one 13x9" sheet cake. For smaller cakes, divide the recipe accordingly.

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