Are you looking for a fun, magical, and girly cake design that will bring a smile to anyone’s face? Look no further than the unicorn cake! This whimsical dessert is perfect for birthdays, baby showers, or any occasion that calls for a little bit of magic.
In this article, we will share with you two different recipes for a girly unicorn cake design that you can make in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you’re a beginner baker or a seasoned pro, these recipes are sure to delight.
Recipe 1: Vanilla Unicorn Cake with Buttercream Frosting
Ingredients:
- 1 box of vanilla cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pink, purple, and blue food coloring
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Edible gold glitter
- Edible unicorn horn and ears
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Prepare your cake mix according to the instructions on the box. Add in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix well.
- Divide your cake batter into three equal parts. Color one part pink, one part purple, and one part blue with food coloring.
- Pour each color of batter into a separate greased and floured cake pan.
- Bake your cakes for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let your cakes cool completely before removing from the pans.
- To make your buttercream frosting, beat your softened butter until creamy. Add in your powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth.
- Place your first layer of cake onto your cake stand, and spread a layer of buttercream frosting on top. Repeat with your other two layers of cake.
- Use the remaining buttercream frosting to frost the outside of your cake.
- Decorate your cake with edible gold glitter, unicorn horn, and ears.
Nutritional Information:
Calories per serving: 480
Total fat: 23g
Saturated fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 73mg
Sodium: 199mg
Total carbohydrates: 68g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Sugars: 55g
Protein: 2g
Cooking Time:
Preparation time: 45 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Equipment:
- 3 cake pans
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Cake stand
- Spatula
- Piping bag and tips (optional)
Serving Suggestions:
This cake is perfect for any occasion, but especially for a girly birthday party or baby shower. Serve with a cup of tea or coffee for a sweet treat.
Variations:
You can use any type of cake mix for this recipe, but we recommend vanilla for a classic flavor. You can also change up the colors of your cake and frosting to match your occasion or theme.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have access to edible gold glitter, you can use regular sprinkles or leave it out altogether. You can also use store-bought unicorn horn and ears if you don’t want to make them yourself.
Storage:
This cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tips:
Make sure your cake layers are completely cooled before frosting, or the frosting will melt and slide off the cake. You can also use a crumb coat of frosting before adding your final layer of frosting to prevent crumbs from showing through.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use a different type of frosting?
Yes, you can use any type of frosting you like. Cream cheese frosting or whipped cream frosting would also be delicious with this cake.
Can I make the cake layers ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake the cake layers ahead of time and store them in the freezer until you’re ready to assemble the cake.
Recipe 2: Chocolate Unicorn Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients:
- 1 box of chocolate cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pink, purple, and blue food coloring
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Edible gold glitter
- Edible unicorn horn and ears
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Prepare your cake mix according to the instructions on the box. Add in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix well.
- Divide your cake batter into three equal parts. Color one part pink, one part purple, and one part blue with food coloring.
- Pour each color of batter into a separate greased and floured cake pan.
- Bake your cakes for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let your cakes cool completely before removing from the pans.
- To make your cream cheese frosting, beat your softened butter and cream cheese until creamy. Add in your powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth.
- Place your first layer of cake onto your cake stand, and spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top. Repeat with your other two layers of cake.
- Use the remaining cream cheese frosting to frost the outside of your cake.
- Decorate your cake with edible gold glitter, unicorn horn, and ears.
Nutritional Information:
Calories per serving: 520
Total fat: 26g
Saturated fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 73mg
Sodium: 269mg
Total carbohydrates: 70g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugars: 58g
Protein: 3g
Cooking Time:
Preparation time: 45 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Equipment:
- 3 cake pans
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Cake stand
- Spatula
- Piping bag and tips (optional)
Serving Suggestions:
This cake is perfect for any occasion, but especially for a girly birthday party or baby shower. Serve with a glass of cold milk for a delicious treat.
Variations:
You can use any type of cake mix for this recipe, but we recommend chocolate for a rich and decadent flavor. You can also change up the colors of your cake and frosting to match your occasion or theme.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have access to edible gold glitter, you can use regular sprinkles or leave it out altogether. You can also use store-bought unicorn horn and ears if you don’t want to make them yourself.
Storage:
This cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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