Creating a Barbie cake is the ultimate way to add a touch of magic to any celebration, especially a little girl’s birthday party. This cake is not just a dessert—it’s a show-stopping centerpiece that brings the beloved Barbie doll to life in a stunning, edible gown. In this recipe, we’ll guide you through each step, from baking the perfect cake layers to sculpting and decorating the dress with beautiful buttercream frosting. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or trying this for the first time, our easy-to-follow instructions will help you create a masterpiece that’s sure to wow your guests. Get ready to turn your kitchen into a bakery and make a Barbie cake that’s as delightful to eat as it is to behold!
Barbie Cake
Cuisine: InternationalDifficulty: Medium14
servings30
minutes1
hour2
hoursThis cake features multiple layers of moist, flavorful cake sculpted into the shape of a beautiful ball gown, with a Barbie doll placed in the center. The cake is adorned with rich buttercream frosting, delicately decorated to resemble a stylish dress
Ingredients
- Cake Layer:
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups milk
- Buttercream Frosting:
1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
6 cups powdered sugar, sifted
2-4 tablespoons heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Gel food coloring (pink, purple, or your desired colors)
- Decoration:
1 Barbie doll (wrapped in plastic wrap from the waist down)
Edible glitter, pearls, or sprinkles (optional)
Fondant or additional frosting for details
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Beat until just combined.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- Make the Buttercream Frosting:
- Beat the Butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Add Sugar and Cream: Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, alternating with the heavy cream. Beat on low speed until incorporated, then on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Add Vanilla and Color: Mix in the vanilla extract. Add food coloring to achieve your desired color for the Barbie dress.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Trim and Stack: Level the tops of the cooled cakes. Place the first layer on your cake board or plate. Spread a layer of buttercream on top, then stack the second layer, and repeat with the third layer.
- Carve the Cake: Use a serrated knife to carve the stacked cakes into a dome shape, resembling a dress. Make a hole in the center of the cake large enough to fit the Barbie doll.
- Insert the Doll: Carefully insert the wrapped Barbie doll into the center of the cake.
- Decorate:
- Apply a Crumb Coat: Apply a thin layer of buttercream over the entire cake to seal in crumbs. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
- Final Frosting: Apply a final layer of buttercream, smoothing it to resemble the flowing dress. Use additional frosting or fondant to create ruffles, flowers, or other details on the dress.
- Add Decorations: Decorate with edible glitter, pearls, or other embellishments as desired.
- Serve!
Notes
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature to avoid lumps.
We hope you enjoyed creating this delightful Barbie cake as much as we enjoyed sharing the recipe with you. Not only does it bring a burst of creativity to your baking, but it also serves as a wonderful way to make any celebration extra special. Remember, baking is all about having fun and experimenting, so feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite colors, flavors, and decorations. We can’t wait to see how your birthday cake turns out—don’t forget to share your creations with us! Stay tuned for more delicious and inspiring recipes, and happy baking!
If you like delightful desserts, take a look at those Matcha cookies or this Philadelphia Cheesecake Recipes.
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