Edible gold leaf, or gold sheet, as it is sometimes referred to is gold that has been hammered into flat sheets that are as thin as rice paper. Soft press edible gold is commonly used to add a feeling of elegance or luxury to a dish without fully encasing it. 24 karat edible gold leaf is odorless and tasteless. So it won't alter the dish beyond aesthetic appeal. Edible gold is "biologically inert" and perfectly safe to consume. It passes through the digestive tract and is not absorbed. Soft press edible gold lends itself to both sweet or savory culinary projects. Our 24 karat gold transfer sheets are absolutely pure patent gold leaf. If you are shopping for edible gold flakes they can be found here How much gold leaf is needed for decorating cakes, pastries, or other culinary delights? We can help you figure it out with our metal leaf calculator. Its not perfect like the rest of us, but comes in handy and you can change the margin based on your own skill level and experience. The margin is just our standard recommendation.
- Pure gold is the only material used in these edible gold sheets. Slofoodgroup edible gold leaf is made of 24 karat gold.
- The gold leaf in these booklets comes on transfer sheets for easy application.
- Genuine edible gold leaf, made with pure gold, is perfectly safe to consume
- Slofoodgroup 24k edible gold is vegan and kosher certified.
- Gold Leaf is available in 10 or 25 sheet booklets.
- Each sheet is lightly pressed on transfer paper that measure 8cm by 8cm, or 3.15 in by 3.15 in.
Uses for soft press edible gold: Check out this article for 3 ways to used edible gold leaf that do not require baking. Slofoodgroup edible gold leaf is encased fully recyclable packaging. This is soft-press, food-grade or gilding gold leaf and it is manufactured to the standard European size of 80 x 80 mm (3.15 x 3.15 inches). Buy 24 karat gold transfer sheets online from Slofoodgroup and receive it with free shipping domestically. You'll enjoy its many uses and luxury feel in no time. Edible Gold leaf looks remarkably striking with chocolates, cake decorating, and garnishing. It has been used commonly in India for centuries, placed as a garnish on the main dish during festive occasions, and donning various sweet treats. Our 24 karat gold leaf is ideal for decorating cakes, cupcakes, and desserts, as well as gilding, crafting, and scrapbooking. Each gold sheet is separated by a dusted piece of transfer paper to prevent sticking.
To use gold leaf: Avoid touching gold leaf with your hands or fingers. The oils on your skin contribute to the edible gold leaf sticking. Do not breath directly on any gold leaf or it will blow away and possibly take on a crinkle effect. Use a pairing knife, tweezers, or razor to cut away the portion of the transfer gold sheet that you wish to use. Pick up the piece of gold using just the tip of your knife or tool and gently touch the item you are applying the gold leaf to; it should immediately stick to the item, as it applies very easily to surfaces. When buying edible gold leaf sheets online, purchase real gold leaf from Slofoodgroup to be assured that you are getting a great product and a great price. Need a gliders brush for dusting away excess gold skewings? You can buy the Slofoodgroup gliders brush here.
