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Little Mermaid birthday cake served with ocean-themed cupcakes and fruit skewers.

little mermaid birthday cake

Create a stunning little mermaid birthday cake that will wow your guests! Dive into this magical recipe filled with ocean colors and flavors! 🧜‍♀️🎂
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Birthday Cake
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Instructions

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 3 cups All-purpose flour A key base for your cake's structure.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder Ensures your cake rises perfectly.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Adds richness and moisture to the cake.
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar Sweetens the cake and helps with moisture.
  • 4 large Eggs Binds the ingredients together and adds structure.
  • 1 cup Milk Keeps the cake moist and tender.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Adds a delightful flavor to the cake.
Decorations
  • As needed Food coloring For creating vibrant mermaid-themed colors.
  • 1 batch Buttercream frosting Perfect for decorating and adding sweetness.
  • As needed Edible glitter To give your cake a magical touch.
  • 1 Mermaid cake topper For that enchanting finishing touch.

Equipment

  • 2 Cake pans Greased and lined with parchment paper.
  • 1 Large bowl For mixing batter.
  • 1 Whisk For combining dry ingredients.
  • 1 Mixer For creaming butter and sugar.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather your ingredients and tools. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
Mix the Batter
  1. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 2 cups of sugar until light and fluffy. Add 4 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Blend Wet and Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with 1 cup of milk. Mix until just combined.
Add Color
  1. Divide the batter into three bowls. Color one with blue, one with green, and leave one plain for the ocean and sand effect.
Bake the Cakes
  1. Pour the colored batters into prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let them cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. In a bowl, beat 1 cup of softened butter. Gradually add 4 cups of powdered sugar and 1/4 cup of milk. Mix until smooth and fluffy. Add blue and green food coloring for a magical ocean effect.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Layer the cakes, starting with the plain layer as the base. Spread frosting between each layer. Cover the entire cake with frosting.
Decorate
  1. Use edible glitter, seashells, and mermaid toppers to create a whimsical look. Add a sprinkle of blue sugar for a sparkling ocean effect.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. Slice the cake and serve it at your magical Little Mermaid birthday celebration. Enjoy every bite!