JACQUES TORRES'S SHINY CHOCOLATE GLAZE

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Gelatin is the key to a glistening chocolate glaze that stays put on your cake. Jacques Torres prepared this recipe with Martha on Episode 501 of "Martha Bakes."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon water
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 envelope gelatin powder (1/4 ounce)

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, sugar, heavy cream and cocoa powder. Simmer for about 20 minutes until mixture slightly thickens.
  • Place 1 tablespoon cold water in a small bowl. Sprinkle gelatin over top and let soften 5 minutes. Remove chocolate mixture from the heat and whisk in gelatin mixture until thoroughly combined.
  • Set over an ice bath and whisk until the glaze thickens and reaches about 80 degrees, about 1 minute.

Lisa Green
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I love the way this glaze looks. It's so shiny and beautiful.


Sandun Lakmal
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This glaze is so versatile. I've used it on cakes, cookies, and even cupcakes.


vela hudson
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This is the easiest chocolate glaze I have ever made. It's so quick and easy to make, and it always turns out perfect.


Sarita Wilson
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I made this glaze for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Njuba Music
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This glaze is perfect for any chocolate lover. It's rich, decadent, and delicious.


phillip gibson
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good chocolate glaze for a long time.


Keri Sikora
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This recipe is a keeper! The glaze is so shiny and beautiful, and it tastes amazing.


Karak Star
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I love this glaze! It's so versatile. I've used it on cakes, cookies, and even ice cream.


Puskar Shah
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This is the best chocolate glaze I have ever made. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Oladele Omowunmi
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This glaze is amazing! I used it on a chocolate cake and it turned out perfect. The glaze was shiny and smooth, and it tasted delicious.