Barbie Cake
Equipment
- Barbie doll
- 2 6-inch round pans
- 2 8-inch round pans
- pastry bags and tips
- off set spatula
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 boxes cake mix
- 4 containers buttercream frosting 16 ounces each
- food coloring
- sprinkles optional
Instructions
- Prepare the cake batter following the instructions on the box or your recipe. Divide it evenly between the 6-inch and 8-inch round cake pans. Bake the cakes according to the recommended time and temperature. Once they are done, let them cool completely.
- Next, level the tops of both cakes (if needed) using a serrated knife to ensure they sit flat. Add a hole to the center of each cake with a small circle cookie cutter or you can do this with a knife. Place the 8-inch cake on your serving plate and stack the 6-inch cake on top, securing them with a thin layer of buttercream frosting between the layers.
- To create the iconic Barbie dress, carefully carve the cake layers into a flowing skirt shape. Start by making gentle cuts along the sides of the cake to achieve a gradual flare. Be patient and take your time to create the desired shape.
- Apply a thin layer of buttercream frosting all over the cake. This crumb coat will seal in any loose crumbs and provide a smooth surface for the final layer of frosting. This layer will likely look messy and that’s OK! It will get covered with more frosting later. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for about 20-30 minutes to set the crumb coat.
- Once the crumb coat is firm, apply a thicker layer of buttercream frosting to the entire cake. Get creative with colors and designs using the pastry tips to personalize the cake for the birthday girl. Add edible glitter or sprinkles for extra sparkle.
- Insert the doll into the center of the cake, making sure it stands upright. Now add frosting around the top of the cake, just touching the doll so it looks like the dress connects.
- Check over the Barbie cake, if you see any small holes or imperfections in your frosting add small accent beads with frosting or sprinkles to complete the look.
Notes
The holes in the center of the cakes should be just big enough to squeeze the Barbie into.
The finished Barbie cake can be stored upright in the refrigerator for up to eight hours. This cake will be best the day it was frosted, but it can be stored for a while if needed.