Toffee Mirror Glaze Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350ºfF). Grease and line two 20cm (8 inch) round cake pans.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the golden syrup, water, and toffee sauce. Place over medium heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved.

   Tip: Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature of the toffee sauce.

3. 3

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the golden caster sugar until dissolved.

4. 4

   Let the toffee sauce cool slightly before pouring it over the bottom of each cake pan.

5. 5

   In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

   Tip: Use an electric mixer to speed up the process.

6. 6

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

7. 7

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

8. 8

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined.

   Tip: Do not overmix.

9. 9

   Pour the batter over the toffee sauce in the prepared pans.

   Tip: Smooth the top of each cake.

10. 10

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.

    Tip: Rotate the pans halfway through the baking time.

11. 11

    Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 5 minutes.

    Tip: Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

12. 12

    To make the glaze, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat.

13. 13

    Gradually pour in the golden syrup, stirring constantly until smooth.

14. 14

    Pour the glaze over the cooled cake, allowing it to set before serving.

    Tip: Use a spatula to smooth the glaze and create a mirror-like finish.