Galactic Space Explorer Cake

Embark on a cosmic journey with this intricately sculpted cake designed to resemble a vibrant galaxy. Featuring layers of rich chocolate cake and a smooth vanilla buttercream, this cake is adorned with edible stars, planets, and a shimmering galaxy glaze that captures the essence of outer space. Perfect for space enthusiasts and special celebrations.

A beautifully sculpted cake resembling a galaxy, with vibrant colors, edible stars and planets, and a shimmering glaze, set against a dark backdrop to highlight its cosmic theme.
Cake Types & Styles Sculpted/3D Cakes sculpted cake 3D cake Galaxy Cake Chocolate Cake Vanilla Buttercream Space Theme
Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 cups Granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • as needed food coloring (blue, purple, pink)
  • for decoration edible stars and planets

Instructions

  1. Step 1:

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

  2. Step 2:

    In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  3. Step 3:

    Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.

  4. Step 4:

    Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin.

  5. Step 5:

    Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

  6. Step 6:

    Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

  7. Step 7:

    In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and heavy cream, mixing until smooth and fluffy.

  8. Step 8:

    Divide the buttercream into three bowls and color each with blue, purple, and pink food coloring.

  9. Step 9:

    Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of blue buttercream on top, then add the second cake layer.

  10. Step 10:

    Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining buttercream, creating a swirled galaxy effect.

  11. Step 11:

    Adorn the cake with edible stars and planets to complete the cosmic look.

  12. Step 12:

    Slice the cake and serve to your guests. Enjoy your galactic creation!
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