Vintage cakes are making a comeback, and we can see why! With their delicate piping, soft pastel colors, and intricate trims, these cakes are a showstopper for any occasion. If you’re up for the challenge, here’s how to make a beautiful vintage-style cake at home. But if you’d rather save time and enjoy a flawless, handcrafted cake, The Cupcake Queens has you covered!
What You’ll Need
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Cake base: A light and fluffy sponge like vanilla, lemon, or chocolate.
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Buttercream icing: Pastel shades work best for a vintage look.
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Piping bags & tips: Use open star or round tips for detailed trims.
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Decorative elements: Pearls, edible glitter, or piped rosettes.
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Cake board & turntable: For smooth decorating.
Steps to Create Your Vintage Cake
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Bake Your Cake: Choose your favorite flavor and bake two to three layers. Let them cool completely before frosting.
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Crumb Coat: Apply a thin layer of buttercream to seal in crumbs and chill for 15-20 minutes.
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Base Layer of Frosting: Use a palette knife or scraper to apply a smooth, even coat of pastel-colored buttercream.
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Piping the Trim: Load a piping bag with a star tip and pipe a decorative trim around the top and bottom edges.
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Final Touches: Add edible pearls, sprinkles, or any decoration you can dream up!
Prefer to Skip the Baking? Let Us Do the Work!
If piping and frosting aren’t your thing, The Cupcake Queens create stunning vintage cakes in a variety of flavors and designs. Whether it’s for a birthday, bridal shower, or just because, our expert bakers ensure every detail is picture-perfect—without you lifting a finger.
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