Save It A stunning, show-stopping dessert centerpiece inspired by the elegance of diamond engagement rings. This creative cake features layers of vanilla sponge, rich white chocolate mousse, and a sparkling jewel-like glaze, perfect for celebrations.
This cake became the highlight of our celebration and amazed every guest with its unique ring shape and jewel-like finish.
Ingredients
- Sponge Cake: 4 large eggs, 120 g granulated sugar, 120 g all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 tsp salt
- White Chocolate Mousse: 200 g white chocolate chopped, 300 ml heavy cream divided, 2 sheets gelatin or 5 g powdered gelatin, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Mirror Glaze: 200 g white chocolate chopped, 150 g granulated sugar, 100 ml water, 100 g sweetened condensed milk, 8 g powdered gelatin, Food coloring silver pearl or pastel tones
- Decoration: Edible silver leaf, Edible glitter, Sugar pearls or edible jewels
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease and line a large ring-shaped cake pan or a standard cake pan with a small round cutter in the center to create a ring shape.
- Make Sponge:
- Whisk eggs and sugar in a stand mixer until pale and tripled in volume about 8 minutes. Gently fold in sifted flour, vanilla, and salt. Pour into the pan and smooth the surface. Bake for 25 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Prepare Mousse:
- Soften gelatin in cold water for 5 minutes. Melt white chocolate over a bain-marie or in the microwave. Heat 100 ml cream to just simmering then dissolve the gelatin in it. Pour over melted chocolate stirring until smooth. Cool to room temperature. Whip remaining cream to soft peaks and fold into the chocolate mixture with vanilla.
- Assemble Layers:
- Slice the cooled cake horizontally into two layers. Place the bottom layer in a clean ring mold or springform pan spread half the mousse add the top layer and cover with remaining mousse. Smooth the top and freeze for 2 hours.
- Make Glaze:
- Soften gelatin in cold water. Combine sugar water and condensed milk in a saucepan bring just to a boil then remove from heat. Stir in gelatin to dissolve then pour over white chocolate. Let sit 2 minutes then blend until smooth. Add food coloring for a jewel-like sheen. Cool glaze to 32°C (90°F).
- Glaze Cake:
- Remove cake from freezer and unmold onto a wire rack. Pour mirror glaze evenly over the frozen cake letting excess drip off. Decorate immediately with edible silver leaf glitter and sugar pearls to mimic a diamond rings sparkle.
- Chill and Serve:
- Chill the finished cake in the refrigerator for 1 hour to set. Slice and serve.
Save It This dessert always brings the family together to marvel at its beauty before digging in.
Required Tools
Stand mixer or hand mixer, Ring cake pan or springform pan, Mixing bowls, Saucepan, Wire rack, Offset spatula, Thermometer (for glaze)
Allergen Information
Contains eggs dairy and gluten (wheat). May contain soy in some chocolate. Check all decorations for nut and gluten traces if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Calories 410, Total Fat 23 g, Carbohydrates 47 g, Protein 6 g per serving.
Save It This dessert will be the sparkling centerpiece of your celebration and a delicious treat to remember.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I achieve the ring shape?
Use a ring cake pan or a springform pan with a smaller round cutter at the center to create the signature hollow circle.
- → What’s the best way to get a smooth mousse texture?
Whip cream to soft peaks before folding gently into the melted chocolate mixture, ensuring a light and airy mousse.
- → How should the mirror glaze be poured?
Chill the cake thoroughly, then pour the glaze evenly over the frozen surface, allowing excess to drip off for a flawless finish.
- → Can this dessert be prepared in advance?
Yes, it can be made ahead, kept chilled, and glazed just before serving for best results.
- → What decorations best enhance the jewel-like appearance?
Edible silver leaf, glitter, and sugar pearls add sparkle and mimic diamond reflections beautifully.