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Phosphorescent Calavera Cake
Cake inspired by the Mexican celebration Día de los Muertos, composed of a moist ladyfinger sponge, vanilla mascarpone whipped cream, a lightly spiced mango compote, and decorated with a phosphorescent white chocolate mask. Ideal for Halloween, it reveals an otherworldly glow under a UV lamp.
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Critical Success Points
- • Whisk egg whites to stiff peaks
- • Properly temper the white chocolate
- • Precisely cut the white chocolate mask
- • Use phosphorescent colorings only for decoration (non‑edible)
- • Refrigerate the assembly before applying the marzipan and mask
Safety Warnings
- • Handle the hot oven (190°C) with care.
- • Melted chocolate can cause burns; wear kitchen gloves if necessary.
- • The UV lamp must be used with eye protection.
- • Phosphorescent colorings are not intended for consumption; remove the mask before eating.
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