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unicorn cake

Unicorn Cake

Discover the magic of unicorn cake and learn how to create your own whimsical masterpiece with easy tips, flavors, and decorations. Perfect for any celebration!
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $30

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cake pans
  • Piping bags and tips for decoration

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • various gel food coloring for vibrant colors
  • 1 batch buttercream frosting for decoration
  • optional fondant for sculpting
  • to taste edible glitter for decoration

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, until well combined.
  • Divide the batter into separate bowls for coloring.
  • Add gel food coloring to each bowl to create vibrant colors.
  • Pour each colored batter into prepared cake pans, creating layers.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Allow cakes to cool before removing from pans.
  • Prepare buttercream frosting and color if desired.
  • Level the cooled cakes and stack them with frosting in between layers.
  • Frost the entire cake with buttercream using a spatula.
  • Use fondant for decorative elements like unicorn horns and ears if desired.
  • Add edible glitter for a magical finish.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with flavors—vanilla, chocolate, raspberry, or lemon complements this cake perfectly! Combining buttercream and fondant can give you a professional-looking finish. Adorn your cake with edible glitter for a whimsical touch. If you're short on time, consider using pre-made mixes and decorations to speed up the process. Mini unicorn cake pops or cupcakes can be a fun twist on this recipe for parties.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
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