How to cover berries for a cake so that they do not dry out: an idea from Liliia Tsvit

Victoria ZhmayloLS Food
Fresh berries to decorate the cake. Source: Pexels

With the start of the strawberry and other berry season, dessert decorating ideas have become even more diverse. But only one question remains: how to make sure that the berries on cakes, pastries, and other baked goods stay fresh and look attractive for a long time.

The idea was shared by the famous Ukrainian pastry chef Liliia Tsvit (lilijatsvit) on her Instagram page. She suggested a fairly simple method.

To implement it, you need:

  • jelly for cakes – 1 pack
  • sugar – 2 tbsp
  • water – 250 ml
How to make sure that the berries on the cake do not dry out and shine.

How to do it:

1. Mix the contents of the sachet with sugar.

2. Pour in water, and boil. Cook for 1 minute.

3. Cool slightly and dip the cooled strawberries.

It is only necessary to dip the berry for a few seconds.

This will keep the berries on your dessert fresh, flavorful, and shiny for a long time thanks to the gelatin.

The berry immediately becomes very attractive and shiny.
The berries on your dessert will stay fresh for a long time.

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