Do not have to cover entire cake. Are applied with a spoon or pastry brush. Glazes are used for fluted or bundt style , Angel Food . Syrups are used for genoise layers . Can tint a clear glaze.
Syrups turn dry cakes into moist and flavorful ones.
Applied first with thin layers of strained preserves. Made from whipped egg whites and sugar, meringue can be used for beautiful, airy decorations, and complements almost any flavor cake. Deflates easily unless baked. All cakes but especially those decorated with fruits. Borders, large tip work, writing.