other

Edible glitter

Decorative; used in pinches, not spoon-measured.

Purely decorative; nothing edible matches the sparkle, though silver leaf comes closest.

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  Edible silver leaf

  Use small pieces; no weight needed. Apply at the end for shimmer, not sparkle.

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  Edible gold leaf

  Use small pieces; expensive but gives a similar decorative finish.

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  Silver leaf

  Use small pieces; closest shimmer, though not true glitter.

Cardamom and Pistachio Cake