Valrhona - Neutral Crystal Glaze
Neutral Glaze - Absolu Cristal
Valrhona Absolu Cristal Glaze, crystal-clear mirror finish for entremets.
Valrhona Absolu Cristal Glaze in a 5 kg bucket. Ready-to-use neutral glaze designed for mirror-finishing entremets, glazing fresh fruit tarts, and as a neutral base for colored glazes (just add food coloring). Application: warm gently in a bain-marie or microwave until fluid, then glaze directly. Immediate crystal-clear shine, with no added flavor to alter the taste of the pastry.
Characteristics
Neutral
Type
No added flavor
Crystal
Effect
Mirror shine
Finish
Use
Entremets and tarts
2Profile and identity
Main profile
neutral
Minor note
crystal-clear shine
Signature
mirror finish
Characteristics
3Recommended applications
The most suitable pastry and professional uses for this product.
entremets finish (mirror effect)
glazing fruit tarts
neutral glaze
base for colored glazes
4Flavor pairings
Pastries enhanced by a crystal glaze.
all fruit pastries
fresh fruit tarts
layered entremets
5Perfect partners for this glaze
Valrhona products that perfectly complement this item in your creations.
6Signature recipe
A practical application to showcase this product in your creations.
Crystal mirror entremets
TechniqueFor a frozen entremet: heat the Absolu Cristal glaze to 35-40°C in a bain-marie or microwave until fluid. Pour it over the entremet on a rack using a ladle. Let the excess run off. Instant crystal-clear mirror shine, with no added flavor to alter the taste of the dessert.
Complete technical data sheet
| Brand | Valrhona (France, Tain-l'Hermitage) |
| Range | Glazes - Absolu Cristal |
| Type | Ready-to-use neutral glaze |
| Effect | Shiny mirror finish |
| Size | 5 kg |
| Storage | 16 to 18°C, away from light and moisture |
| Allergens | Check the label for specific allergens. |
| Made in | France (Tain-l'Hermitage, Drôme) |
Frequently asked questions
How do you use Absolu Cristal glaze?
Heat the glaze to 35-40°C in a bain-marie or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until it becomes fluid. Pour it over the pastry (entremet, tart) on a rack using a ladle, and let the excess run off. The shine is instant. Store at room temperature after use.
Can you color Absolu Cristal glaze?
Yes, this is actually one of its most common uses. Add food coloring (powdered or oil-soluble for fat-based glazes) to the fluid glaze at 40°C and mix well. You’ll get a shiny colored glaze to use like a traditional mirror glaze, but without the complex preparation.
Neutral glaze vs. homemade mirror glaze?
Homemade mirror glaze requires condensed milk, sugar, glucose, gelatin, and white chocolate: a lengthy, technical preparation. Valrhona Absolu Cristal glaze is ready to use: simply heat and apply. A major time-saver in production. The visual result is similar (crystal-clear shine), but homemade glaze provides slightly more body and firmness.
How much glaze do you need for an entremet?
Standard: 200-300 g of glaze for an 18 cm diameter entremet. The 5 kg bucket is enough to glaze about 15 to 25 entremets, depending on their size. Any excess that runs off during glazing can be collected from the rack, remelted, and reused.
Learn more
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Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
