What You’ll Need:
- 1 box of cake mix (your choice of flavor)
- Barbie doll
- Icing (your choice of color)
- Frosting (your choice of color)
- Food coloring
- Cake decorating tools (pastry bag, frosting tips, spatula)
Step 1: Baking the Cake
Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions. Prepare the cake batter following the directions on the box. Use a round cake pan and pour in the batter. Bake the cake for the recommended time, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before moving on to the next step.
Step 2: Preparing the Doll
While the cake is cooling, prepare the Barbie doll. Remove her clothes and wrap her waist down tightly with plastic wrap. This will protect the doll and keep it sanitary when inserted into the cake.
Step 3: Shaping the Cake
Place the cooled cake on a flat surface and carefully cut a hole in the center using a circular cutter or a knife. Make sure the hole is large enough to fit the Barbie doll’s lower half including the plastic wrap. Remove the excess cake scraps and set them aside for later use.
Step 4: Frosting the Cake
Apply a thin layer of frosting all over the cake. This is the crumb coat and it will help the final layer of icing to adhere smoothly. Let the cake chill for about 15 minutes to allow the crumb coat to set. Then, spread a thicker layer of icing over the cake until it is evenly covered.
Step 5: Decorating the Dress
Now it’s time to get creative! Divide your icing into smaller bowls and add food coloring to achieve the desired colors for the dress. Use a piping bag and the desired tips to decorate the cake, creating ruffles, patterns, and designs. Don’t forget to leave space at the top for the doll to be inserted later.
Step 6: Inserting the Doll
Remove the plastic wrap from the Barbie doll’s lower half and gently insert it into the hole in the cake. The doll should be secure and standing upright. Adjust the frosting around the doll to make it look like a seamless continuation of the dress.
Step 7: Finishing Touches
Use the extra cake scraps to create accessories for your Barbie cake, such as a mini crown or shoes. You can also use edible glitter or decorations to add a touch of sparkle. Let your creativity run wild!
And voila! Your stunning Barbie cake is ready to impress. Remember to take lots of pictures before enjoying this edible work of art. Your little princess will be amazed!
We hope this step-by-step guide has been helpful in making your Barbie cake creation a success. Enjoy the process and let your imagination shine!