Minnie Mouse Birthday Cakes
A cute Minnie Mouse birthday cake, perfect for kids’ parties! It’s a soft, sweet cake decorated with Minnie’s bow and ears, making it a fun treat for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Pink and white fondant
- Black fondant
- Buttercream icing colored pink
- Mini chocolate chips or black edible decorations for Minnie’s ears
Instructions
- Recipe Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Smooth the top of the batter with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, trim the tops of the cakes to level them. Stack the cakes, using a thin layer of buttercream between them.
- Roll out the pink and black fondant and cover the cake, smoothing it out to eliminate air bubbles.
- Create Minnie Mouse’s ears by cutting out circles from black fondant and attaching them to the cake using buttercream.
- Use pink fondant to create a bow and place it on top of the cake.
- Decorate with additional edible decorations or chocolate chips to create Minnie’s signature look.
- Serve and enjoy the delightful Minnie Mouse birthday cake!
Notes
Recipe Notes:
- Fondant Tips: If you’re new to working with fondant, roll it out on a lightly powdered surface to prevent sticking. You can also use a little cornstarch or powdered sugar to help with this.
- Cake Moisture: If the cake feels too dry, try adding a little extra buttermilk or substitute some of the buttermilk with sour cream for an extra moist texture.
- Decoration Variations: You can customize Minnie Mouse’s bow with different colors to match your party theme. Red or yellow fondant can be used for a fun twist.
- Serving Suggestions: This cake is perfect for birthday parties, especially for young kids or Disney fans. Pair it with fun themed plates and napkins for extra flair.
- Storage: Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate it for up to a week. The cake can also be frozen for longer storage.
- Allergy Considerations: If anyone has an egg or dairy allergy, look for suitable substitutes for eggs (like flax or chia eggs) and non-dairy butter or milk.