Creating themed cakes can elevate any celebration, and for Barbie enthusiasts, a Barbie Car cake is the ultimate showstopper. Forget simply placing a doll in a cake; we’re crafting a edible vehicle that’s as stylish as Barbie herself! This guide will walk you through creating a stunning Barbie car cake that’s sure to impress, taking inspiration from traditional doll cakes but adding a fun, automotive twist.
This project is a little more involved than your average buttercream swirl cake, but the wow factor is absolutely worth the effort. Get ready to create a dessert that’s both delicious and a delightful centerpiece.
What You’ll Need to Create Your Barbie Car Cake
To embark on this exciting cake journey, gather your ingredients and tools. This recipe provides everything you need to bake, construct, and decorate your very own Barbie car cake.
Barbie Cake Template
Utilize this template to ensure precise cuts for your cake and fondant decorations.
Moist Lemon and Blueberry Cake Recipe
This recipe creates a flavorful and sturdy cake base, perfect for shaping into a car.
Ingredients:
- 780g (27.51 ounces) margarine
- 630g (22.22 ounces) icing sugar
- 18 eggs
- 780g (27.51 ounces) almond meal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- Rind of 3 lemons
- 6 tsp baking powder
- 270g (9.52 ounces) flour
- 1 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
- In a large bowl, combine the margarine, icing sugar, eggs, almond meal, vanilla essence, and lemon rind.
- Whip the mixture until smooth and thoroughly combined.
- Add the flour and baking powder, folding until just incorporated.
- Spread the batter evenly into three 15″ x 10″ baking trays lined with non-stick baking paper.
- Sprinkle frozen blueberries over the batter.
- Bake for approximately 23 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Lemon Buttercream Recipe
A zesty lemon buttercream frosting to complement the blueberry cake and provide a smooth base for the fondant.
Ingredients:
- 360g (12.7 ounces) or 1 1/2 cups butter or margarine
- 1kg (2.2 pounds) or 7 1/2 cups icing sugar
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
Instructions:
- Mix the icing sugar and butter (or margarine) together until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the lemon juice and mix until just combined.
Fondant for Decoration
Fondant is essential for creating the car’s sleek body and details.
Fondant Colors & Quantities:
- 1kg (2.2 pounds) pink fondant for the car body (for that classic Barbie car look!)
- 700g (24.69 ounces) black fondant for tires and interior accents
- 50g (1.76 ounces) pale pink fondant for the dashboard
- 20g (0.71 ounces) white fondant for headlights and taillights
Additional Supplies
These extra items will help bring your Barbie car cake to life.
- Isomalt for creating a clear windscreen
- 500g (17.64 ounces) compound white chocolate for car sides and wheels
- Five 1cm (0.39 inches) blocks and one slightly larger block to elevate the cake board
- Base board and thick cake board (template size)
- Silver luster dust for tire detailing
- Black gel food coloring for painting lights
- Edible pink glitter (optional, for extra sparkle!)
- A Barbie doll (new, washed, and legs wrapped in plastic wrap for food safety)
Barbie doll car cake by Ann Reardon, showcasing creative cake design
With all your ingredients and tools prepared, you’re ready to begin assembling your spectacular Barbie car cake. Follow the template and these instructions carefully, and you’ll soon have a dessert that’s the highlight of any party. Enjoy the process and the delighted faces when you unveil your amazing creation!
