Gudetama Dreamy Egg Cake
Indulge in the whimsical delight of our Gudetama Dreamy Egg Cake! This charming dessert, inspired by the lovable Gudetama character, features layers of moist vanilla cake punctuated with vibrant yellow cake balls, all wrapped in a luscious vanilla buttercream. Decorated with fondant embellishments that mimic a sleepy yolk resting atop an egg shell, this cake is perfect for parties, birthdays, or any occasion that calls for a little fun. With a rich blend of flavors and creative decorative elements, it’s more than just a cake; it’s a delightful masterpiece that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
vanilla cake mix
1 box (16 ounces) (Follow package instructions.)
yellow gel food coloring
1 teaspoon (Add to cake mix.)
unsalted butter
1 cup (Softened, for the cake.)
sugar
2 cups (For the cake.)
large egg whites
4 (At room temperature.)
clear artificial vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (For the cake.)
cake flour
3 cups (Sifted.)
baking powder
1 tablespoon (Sifted with flour.)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (Sifted with flour.)
buttermilk or whole milk
1 1/2 cups (At room temperature.)
unsalted butter (for frosting)
1 cup (Softened.)
icing sugar
2 cups (Sifted.)
clear artificial vanilla extract (for frosting)
1 teaspoon (For frosting flavor.)
Instructions
1
Prepare Gudetama Decorations: Gather pre-colored yellow, white, and black fondant, a nonstick rolling pin, cornstarch, a sharp paring knife, and a surface for rolling.
2
For the Yellow Cake Base: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a baking sheet by spraying it with vegetable oil or cooking spray and lining it with parchment paper.
3
In a mixing bowl, prepare the vanilla cake mix according to its instructions, adding 1 teaspoon of yellow gel food coloring to achieve the desired hue. Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until just set but slightly underbaked.
4
Once cooled, use clean hands to roll small pieces of the underbaked cake into 1-inch balls and place them in the freezer.
5
For the White Cake: Adjust oven temperature as necessary to maintain 350 degrees F. Prepare a 9x9 inch square cake pan by spraying it with oil and lining the bottom with parchment.
6
In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. In a stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar on high speed for about 2 minutes. Add egg whites one at a time, incorporating them fully before adding 2 teaspoons of clear vanilla extract.
7
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and buttermilk in three parts until the batter is smooth. Remove the frozen yellow cake balls and distribute them evenly in the prepared pan.
8
Pour the white batter carefully over the yellow cake balls until the pan is about 2/3 full. Bake for 22-25 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick. Allow the cake to cool completely.
9
For the Buttercream Frosting: In a clean stand mixer, beat the unsalted butter, sifted icing sugar, and remaining vanilla on high for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
10
Frost the cooled cake with the buttercream using an offset spatula and cake scraper for a smooth finish. Freeze for 12 minutes, then add a final coat of frosting.
11
For Assembly & Decoration: Shape yellow fondant into a 3-inch egg yolk with tiny arms. Create additional drips and set aside. Roll out the white fondant, cutting out sharp pieces for decoration and crafting a broken egg shell piece.
12
Using the black fondant, fashion small eyes and a mouth for Gudetama, adhering them with water to the yolk. Place the yolk figure on top of the cake, allowing the legs to drape over the edge, and add yolk drips into the cake.
13
Add your fondant egg shell decorations all around the sides of the cake. Finally, slice the cake to unveil the delightful egg yolk layers within.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Gudetama Dreamy Egg Cake?
The Gudetama Dreamy Egg Cake is a whimsical dessert inspired by the Sanrio character Gudetama, featuring vanilla cake, yellow cake balls, and vanilla buttercream.
What character inspired this cake design?
The cake is inspired by the lovable, lazy egg character known as Gudetama.
How are the yellow egg yolk layers inside the cake created?
They are created by baking a yellow cake base, rolling it into 1-inch balls, and freezing them before placing them inside the white cake batter.
What flavor is the Gudetama Dreamy Egg Cake?
The cake is primarily a moist vanilla flavor with a matching vanilla buttercream frosting.
What temperature should I set the oven to for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees F for both the yellow and white cake components.
How do I color the yellow cake balls?
Use 1 teaspoon of yellow gel food coloring added to a standard vanilla cake mix.
How long should the yellow cake base bake?
It should bake for 10-12 minutes until it is just set but still slightly underbaked to allow for rolling into balls.
What size should the yellow cake balls be?
The cake balls should be rolled into approximately 1-inch spheres.
What ingredients are needed for the white cake base?
The white cake requires cake flour, baking powder, salt, unsalted butter, sugar, egg whites, clear vanilla extract, and buttermilk or whole milk.
Why is clear vanilla extract used in this recipe?
Clear vanilla extract is used to maintain the bright white color of the cake batter and the buttercream frosting.
How many egg whites are required for the white cake?
The recipe calls for 4 large egg whites at room temperature.
What kind of flour is best for this cake?
Sifted cake flour is recommended to ensure a light and tender crumb.
How long does the white cake take to bake?
The white cake, with the yellow balls inside, should bake for 22-25 minutes.
What size pan is used for the main cake?
A 9x9 inch square cake pan lined with parchment paper is used for the final cake.
How do I make the buttercream frosting?
Beat 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, 2 cups of sifted icing sugar, and 1 teaspoon of clear vanilla on high for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
What is the secret to a smooth frosting finish?
Use an offset spatula and a cake scraper, and freeze the cake for 12 minutes between frosting layers for a smooth finish.
What tools are needed for the fondant decorations?
You will need a nonstick rolling pin, cornstarch, a sharp paring knife, and a clean rolling surface.
What colors of fondant are needed for Gudetama?
You will need yellow, white, and black fondant to create the character and egg shell details.
How do you make the Gudetama figure?
Shape yellow fondant into a 3-inch egg yolk shape and add tiny arms and legs.
How are the facial features attached to the fondant yolk?
Small eyes and a mouth made of black fondant are adhered to the yellow yolk using a small amount of water.
What does the white fondant represent on the cake?
The white fondant is used to craft broken egg shell pieces that are placed around the cake.
How is the 'yolk drip' effect achieved?
By shaping yellow fondant into drips and placing them so they appear to be running down the cake.
How many ingredients are used in total for this recipe?
There are 13 main ingredients listed for the cake and frosting.
Is buttermilk necessary for the recipe?
The recipe suggests using either buttermilk or whole milk at room temperature for the batter.
What is the purpose of freezing the cake for 12 minutes during frosting?
Freezing helps set the first layer of buttercream, making it easier to apply a final, smooth coat of frosting.
Can this cake be served at a birthday party?
Yes, its whimsical design and creative elements make it perfect for parties and birthdays.
How do you check if the white cake is fully baked?
Check the doneness by inserting a toothpick into the cake; it should come out clean.
What is the final assembly step?
Place the yolk figure on top with legs draping over the edge and add the egg shell decorations around the sides.
What happens when you slice the cake?
Slicing the cake unveils hidden yellow 'egg yolk' cake balls embedded within the white vanilla cake layers.
What tags describe this recipe?
This recipe is tagged as cake, gudetama, dessert, vanilla, fondant, party, birthday, and creative.