How to make a Barbie Doll Cake that 'wows' your guests!

If you're looking to create a magical dessert for birthdays, special occasions, or just for fun, our Barbie Doll Cake recipe is perfect for you. We’ve included options for using either a Barbie skirt pan or two round cake pans, so you can choose the method that works best for you.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Buttercream Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• Food coloring (optional)

For the Cake Assembly:

• 1 Barbie doll (or similar doll, with legs wrapped in plastic wrap)
• Fondant (optional, for decorating)
• Edible glitter or sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

Option 1: Using a Barbie Skirt Pan

TCQ Pro Tip: Here at TCQ, we use Skirt pans to bake our Barbie cakes, you can buy them at most baking stores or online 

Benefits:

• Perfect Shape: Creates a flawless skirt for the Barbie doll.
• Easy and Quick: Reduces carving and decorating time.

Where to Buy:

• Online: Amazon, baking stores
• Specialty Stores: Baking supply shops.

Why It's Worth It: Achieves a professional look with less effort.

Start by:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare the Pan:

   • Grease and flour your Barbie skirt pan.

3. Mix Dry Ingredients:

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. Cream Butter and Sugar:

   • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

5. Add Eggs and Vanilla:

   • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.

6. Combine Ingredients:

   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.

7. Bake the Cake:

   • Pour the batter into the Barbie skirt pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean - remeber, the pan case is big, low and slow is the way to go!

8. Cool the Cake:

   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely - this may take longer than a traditional cake, but you do not want to ice while it is warm!

Option 2: Using Two Round Cake Pans

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare Cake Pans:

   • Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.

3. Mix Dry Ingredients:

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. Cream Butter and Sugar:

   • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

5. Add Eggs and Vanilla:

   • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.

6. Combine Ingredients:

   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.

7. Bake the Cakes:

   • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool the Cakes:

   • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Assembling the Cake

1. Trim and Level:

   • For the two-round cake option, level the tops of the cakes with a knife if needed. For the skirt pan, skip this step.

2. Stack and Fill (if using round pans):

   • Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of buttercream frosting on top, then add the second cake layer.

3. Adding the Barbie Doll

• Insert the Barbie doll into the center of the cake. Make sure her legs are wrapped in plastic wrap to keep the cake clean.

1. Apply a Crumb Coat:

   • Spread a thin layer of buttercream over the entire cake to seal in crumbs. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

2. Frost the Cake:

   • Use buttercream to create a skirt around the doll, smoothing it out with a spatula - if you're a whizz with the piping bag, you can also try star or rosettes! 

3. Decorate:

   • Add edible glitter or sprinkles if desired.

4. Finish Decorations:

• Add any final touches to complete the look. Consider using edible pearls, flowers, or other decorations to enhance the cake’s appearance.

Tips for a Perfect Barbie Doll Cake

• Cake Pan Choice: If you prefer a more structured skirt, the Barbie skirt pan is ideal. If you only have round pans, you can still achieve a great result with some creative decoration.
• Custom Touches: Personalize the cake with colors and designs that match the theme of your event.

At The Cupcake Queens, we're passionate about helping you create stunning and delicious cakes. For more creative ideas and custom cake options, visit thecupcakequeens.com.au. Happy baking!