Enchanted Fairy Tale Castle Cake
Bring your dreams to life with this intricately sculpted fairy tale castle cake. Perfect for birthdays or special occasions, this cake features multiple tiers adorned with fondant turrets, delicate sugar flowers, and a whimsical color palette. Each slice reveals a moist vanilla sponge layered with rich buttercream, making it a delightful centerpiece for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 cup Milk
- 4 cups Buttercream frosting
- 2 pounds fondant
- various food coloring
- to decorate sugar flowers
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, cream 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.
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Step 2:
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
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Step 3:
Divide the batter evenly between greased cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
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Step 4:
Once the cakes are cool, level the tops if necessary. Place one layer on a cake board, spread a layer of buttercream frosting, and repeat with remaining layers. Cover the entire cake with a thin layer of frosting to create a crumb coat.
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Step 5:
Roll out the fondant and cover the cake, smoothing it out to eliminate any air bubbles. Create turrets and other decorations from fondant and place them on the cake.
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Step 6:
Use food coloring to paint details on the fondant and arrange sugar flowers around the cake for a whimsical finish.