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Unicorn Cake

This colorful unicorn cake is a whimsical delight that brings joy to any celebration, perfect for birthdays and special gatherings.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Festive, Whimsical
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cake Pans
  • Piping Bags
  • Offset Spatula

Ingredients

Core Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 units Eggs
  • 1 cup Whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Decorative Ingredients

  • 1 unit Fondant horn Key for the unicorn look
  • 1 unit Edible glitter Adds sparkle
  • 1 batch Colorful buttercream For the mane
  • 1 cup Sugar pearls and edible decorations For extra whimsy

Buttercream Ingredients

  • 2 cups Unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 8 cups Powdered sugar
  • 0.5 cup Heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 set Food coloring pens in rainbow colors

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour and baking powder. In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk, mixing until smooth.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For the rainbow buttercream, beat the butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, and salt until fluffy.
  • Divide the buttercream into bowls and add food coloring to create vibrant colors.
  • Apply a base coat of buttercream to the cooled cake, then decorate with the colorful buttercream for the mane and add the fondant horn.
  • Finish with edible glitter and decorations to enhance the whimsical look.

Notes

For best results, chill the cake before decorating to ensure smooth application of buttercream.

Nutrition

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