A playful and magical whimsical cake perfect for birthdays and special events, featuring sculpted fondant toppers and rainbow sponge layers.
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 ¾ cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk
Gel food coloring (variety)
Buttercream frosting
Fondant (variety of colors)
Modeling chocolate
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your cake pans.
Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Mix well.
Sift dry ingredients together. Add to butter mixture alternately with milk.
Divide batter into bowls and tint each with a different food coloring.
Pour into pans and bake for 25–30 minutes.
Cool completely before assembling.
Level cakes and stack using buttercream between layers.
Carve desired whimsical shape.
Cover with buttercream and decorate using fondant and modeling chocolate.
Keep the cake chilled before carving for clean cuts.
Let fondant decorations dry slightly before placing.
Use a serrated knife and turntable for better control.
Find it online: https://collectiverecipes.com/whimsical-cakes-magical-designs/