Enchanting Rainbow Unicorn Cake
Unleash the magic of whimsy with this Enchanting Rainbow Unicorn Cake! This vibrant cake is perfect for any celebration, combining layers of fluffy, colorful cake with rich, creamy buttercream frosting. Inspired by the delightful imagery of unicorns and rainbows, this cake features a whimsical pink horn, twinkling fondant accents, and an abundance of cheerful pastel colors. Each slice reveals an eye-catching rainbow interior that will dazzle both guests and the young at heart. Your special occasion will be transformed into a fairytale feast as you bring to life this enchanting dessert that embodies pure joy and wonder.
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Servings
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Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cake batter
1 recipe (Your choice of flavor, divided into multiple bowls for coloring.)
Round cake pans
3 (8 by 2-inch, for baking the layers.)
Simple Vanilla Buttercream
1.5 recipes (As per provided recipe.)
Vanilla Swiss Meringue Buttercream
1 recipe (As per provided recipe.)
Gel green food coloring
1/8 teaspoon (For tinting the buttercream.)
Gel pink food coloring
1/8 teaspoon (For tinting the buttercream.)
Gel sky blue food coloring
1/8 teaspoon (For tinting the buttercream.)
White fondant
6 inches ball
Pink fondant
2 inches ball
Black fondant
2 inches ball
Unsalted butter
2 cups (Room temperature.)
Confectioners' sugar
4 cups (Sifted.)
Pure vanilla extract
2 teaspoons
Whole milk (optional)
1-2 teaspoons (For adjusting frosting consistency.)
Egg white
1 cup (About 7 to 8 large eggs.)
Granulated sugar
2 1/4 cups
Fine sea salt
1 pinch
Seeds of vanilla bean (optional)
2 teaspoons
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Enchanting Rainbow Unicorn Cake?
It is a whimsical, vibrant cake featuring layers of fluffy, colorful cake with rich buttercream frosting and unicorn-themed fondant accents.
What theme does this cake follow?
The cake is inspired by the delightful imagery of unicorns and rainbows, featuring pastel colors and a fairytale aesthetic.
How many cake pans are needed for the layers?
You will need 3 round cake pans for this recipe.
What are the dimensions of the cake pans?
The recipe specifies using 8 by 2-inch round cake pans.
What kind of frosting is used on this cake?
The cake uses two types of frosting: Simple Vanilla Buttercream and Vanilla Swiss Meringue Buttercream.
How much Simple Vanilla Buttercream should I make?
The recipe calls for 1.5 recipes of Simple Vanilla Buttercream.
How much Vanilla Swiss Meringue Buttercream is required?
You should prepare 1 recipe of Vanilla Swiss Meringue Buttercream.
Which colors of gel food coloring are used for the buttercream?
The recipe uses pink, green, and sky blue gel food coloring.
How much pink gel food coloring is needed?
You will need 1/8 teaspoon of gel pink food coloring.
How much green gel food coloring is required?
The recipe requires 1/8 teaspoon of gel green food coloring.
How much sky blue gel food coloring is used?
You should use 1/8 teaspoon of gel sky blue food coloring.
What size ball of white fondant is necessary?
A 6-inch ball of white fondant is required for the decorations.
What size ball of pink fondant is needed?
The recipe calls for a 2-inch ball of pink fondant.
What size ball of black fondant is required?
A 2-inch ball of black fondant is needed for the accents.
How much unsalted butter do I need for the frosting?
The recipe uses 2 cups of unsalted butter.
At what temperature should the butter be used?
The butter should be at room temperature for the best consistency.
How much confectioners' sugar is used in the recipe?
You will need 4 cups of confectioners' sugar.
How should the confectioners' sugar be prepared?
The confectioners' sugar should be sifted before use.
How much pure vanilla extract is needed?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
Is milk required for the frosting?
1-2 teaspoons of whole milk are optional to help adjust the consistency of the frosting.
How many egg whites are needed for the Swiss Meringue Buttercream?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of egg whites.
Approximately how many eggs are needed to get 1 cup of egg whites?
It takes approximately 7 to 8 large eggs to obtain 1 cup of egg whites.
How much granulated sugar is used in the recipe?
You will need 2 1/4 cups of granulated sugar.
What type of salt is recommended?
The recipe recommends using a pinch of fine sea salt.
Are vanilla bean seeds required?
The seeds of a vanilla bean are an optional addition, requiring 2 teaspoons if used.
How do I create the rainbow interior?
Divide your chosen cake batter into multiple bowls and color them separately before baking the layers.
What decorative features does this unicorn cake have?
It features a whimsical pink horn, twinkling fondant accents, and pastel colors.
Can I choose any flavor for the cake batter?
Yes, the recipe allows you to use your choice of flavor for the cake batter.
Is the cake suitable for a birthday party?
Yes, it is designed to transform any special occasion or birthday into a fairytale feast.
What color is the unicorn horn?
The description mentions a whimsical pink horn as a key decorative feature.