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Girlish Cake Design

Girlish Cake Design Recipe

A beautifully decorated girlish birthday cake featuring soft pastel colors, buttercream frosting, and charming decorations perfect for celebrations.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Celebration Cake, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients for the Cake Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 –2 drops pink gel food coloring or pastel color of your choice
  • 🧁 Ingredients for the Buttercream Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 3 –4 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 2 –3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk to adjust consistency
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A few drops of food coloring optional – pink, lavender, or mint

Equipment

  • 1 8-inch Round Cake Pans Two pans for layering
  • 1 Electric Mixer Stand or hand mixer
  • 1 Spatula For mixing and smoothing frosting
  • 1 Piping Bags For decorating with buttercream

Method
 

  1. Begin by setting your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat two 8-inch round cake pans with butter or non-stick spray, then line the bottoms with baking paper.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each to maintain a smooth consistency.
  3. In another bowl, blend together the flour and baking powder. Add this mixture gradually to the butter blend, alternating with the milk.
  4. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans, gently smoothing the tops with a spatula.
  5. Allow the cakes to cool for 10 minutes in their pans before transferring them to wire racks to finish cooling completely.
  6. While the cakes cool, prepare your frosting. Beat butter until creamy, then slowly incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla. Add milk gradually until the texture is light and spreadable.
  7. Tint the frosting with your chosen pastel shades, dividing it into bowls if using multiple colors.
  8. Apply a thin layer of frosting around the entire cake to trap crumbs. Chill the cake briefly to set.
  9. Finish with a final layer of frosting and decorate with swirls, piped details, sprinkles, or a themed cake topper for a charming girlish touch.

Notes

  • Customize the Colors: Don’t feel limited to pink—lavender, mint, peach, or baby blue also make beautiful girlish themes. Mix and match for a soft pastel palette.
  • Use Gel Coloring: Liquid food coloring can water down your batter or frosting. Gel-based coloring gives you vibrant shades without changing the texture.
  • Buttercream Tips: If your buttercream gets too soft while decorating, pop it into the fridge for 5–10 minutes and whip again before piping.
  • Decorating Ideas: Add edible pearls, gold leaf, or custom name toppers for a more elegant finish. For kids, fondant bows, butterflies, or mini tiaras work great!