Magical Rainbow Unicorn Cake
This Unicorn Cake is a vibrant and whimsical masterpiece that will bring a touch of magic to any celebration. With its stunning rainbow layers and creamy buttercream frosting, it’s not only visually striking but also incredibly delicious. The edible glitter and unicorn horn topper add an extra bit of enchantment, making it a fun centerpiece for birthday parties or any joyful occasion.
Whether you’re hosting a birthday party or simply want to indulge in a beautiful dessert, this Unicorn Cake is sure to impress. The combination of fluffy cake layers and smooth, rich frosting is irresistible. Customize the colors to match the theme of your party, and don’t forget to add some fun sprinkles or glitter for that final magical touch. It’s a cake that will bring smiles to everyone’s face and create unforgettable memories.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- Gel food coloring (pink, purple, blue, green, yellow)
- 2 cups butter, room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Gold or silver edible glitter (optional)
- Rainbow sprinkles (optional)
- Unicorn horn cake topper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour 3 round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly into 5 bowls. Add different food coloring to each bowl to create the desired rainbow colors.
- Spoon the colored batters into the prepared pans, alternating colors to create a rainbow effect. Use a toothpick or knife to swirl the colors together.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat together the butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Frost the cooled cakes with a layer of buttercream. You can spread the frosting in different colors or use piping bags to create a rainbow effect on the outside.
- Garnish with edible glitter, rainbow sprinkles, and a unicorn horn topper for an extra magical touch.
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Essential tools and ingredients for crafting a unicorn cake, from cake pans to colorful frosting.
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