Who is excited to make a unicorn cake? This Layered Unicorn Cake is awesome in so many ways! Not only is it so pretty, but it also tastes delicious. I can't get over how fun this was to make. The next time you decide you want to make a unicorn cake, give this one a try!
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💖 Why This Recipe Works
- Magical & Colorful: Layered Unicorn Cake is a vibrant, whimsical treat that’s perfect for any celebration.
- Eye-Catching Design: Bold layers of pastel frosting and fondant decorations bring this cake to life.
- Fun to Decorate: Create a magical unicorn horn and ears with fondant, and add colorful sprinkles for extra sparkle.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🌈 Substitutions and Variations
- Dairy-free twist: Use dairy-free butter and almond milk for the frosting.
- Flavor swap: Try a fun flavor like lemon or chocolate for the cake layers.
- Gel color swap: Use purple, blue, or even rainbow colors for the cake layers for extra unicorn flair.
- Piping bags Use a plastic sandwich bag with the tip cut off for easy frosting piping.
🔪How to Make a Layered Unicorn Cake
I have been eating cakes forever, but I was always a little intimidated to make my own.
I wanted to show you some ways in which you could make a Layered Unicorn Cake. I think you'll love it.
Preheat oven to 350 and spray cake pans with pam baking spray. Using a hand mixer and large bowl, beat all cake ingredients until combined and smooth.
Divide the cake batter into 3 bowls. Mix in 2-3 drops of yellow food coloring into one bowl and mix to get a pale yellow color.
Mix in 2-3 drops of pink food coloring into the second bowl and mix to get a pale pink color.
Mix in 2-3 drops of orange food coloring into the second bowl and mix
to get a pale orange color.
Pour each batter into their own cake pan
Place into the oven and back for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick
comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
Frosting Directions
Using a standing mixer, beat all ingredients except for the colors until combined and smooth but stiff with peaks.
Scoop 1 C of frosting into each of the 5 medium bowls.
Mix in a few drops of pink gel food coloring into one of the bowls with the 1 C of frosting and scoop into a piping bag with star tip.
Mix in a few drops of yellow gel food coloring into the second bowl with the 1 C of frosting and scoop into a piping bag with star tip.
Mix in a few drops of orange gel food coloring into the second bowl with the 1 C of frosting and scoop into a piping bag with star tip.
Mix in a few drops of green gel food coloring into the second bowl with the 1 C of frosting and scoop into a piping bag with the leaf tip.
Scoop ½ C of white frosting into the last piping bag with a star tip.
Building the Cake Directions:
Place one cake layer onto the cake board and cut the dome off the cake to make an even layer. Repeat step with the other two layers.
Scoop 1 C of white frosting onto the bottom layer and spread evenly
Place the second cake layer on top and spread evenly 1 more cup of frosting/ Place the last layer of cake on top.
Use the remaining white frosting and frost the entire cake. Using the white, pink, yellow and orange piping bag, start piping the “Hair” for the unicorn on the top and around one side of the cake to create a “Mane.
Place the horn, ears and eyes onto the cake. Using the green piping bag, randomly pipe petals into the flowers.
Place the icing transfers randomly into the hair. Place into the fridge to harden the frosting before enjoying!
I don't know if you've ever made a cake like this before, but I hope this tutorial makes it super easy.
A Layered Unicorn Cake is easier than you think!
The end result is amazing and all you need to do is enjoy it. The colors are beautiful and the end result is great for a birthday party or just a fun cake that you can make fun.
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👩🍳 Expert Tips
- When coloring your frosting, use gel food coloring for vibrant shades that won’t mess with the consistency plus, you’ll get that magical pastel look!
- Don't rush the frosting layers take your time to create an even, smooth base so the unicorn’s mane and details stand out.
- Chill the cake for a bit after decorating to let the frosting harden and set this makes it easier to cut and serves a polished, neat look at the party!
💭 FAQs
Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just let it come to room temp before serving so that frosting stays dreamy and smooth!
You bet! If you’re short on time or just want to make it easy-breezy, box cake mix works just fine—just don’t skip the colorful frosting!
After baking, level the tops of your cakes with a serrated knife to create even layers. It’s a game-changer for cake-building!
Yep, make the horn, ears, and eyes ahead of time! Just store them in a cool, dry place so they stay in one piece until it’s time to decorate!
💖 Serving Suggestions
Here are my favorite treats to serve with a Layered Unicorn Cake:
- Unicorn Milkshake: A colorful, creamy milkshake to match the magic of the cake.
- Rainbow Fruit Skewers: A burst of color with fresh, juicy fruits like strawberries, pineapple, and grapes.
- Sparkling Lemonade: Add some fizz with a sparkling lemonade, garnished with edible glitter for extra whimsy.
- Mini Cupcakes: Serve tiny unicorn-themed cupcakes for a fun, bite-sized treat alongside the showstopper cake.
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Layered Unicorn Cake
Ingredients
- 2 Boxes White Cake Mix
- 8 Egg Whites
- 2 ½ C Water
- 1 C Canola Oil
- Gel Food Coloring Pink, Orange, And Yellow
Vanilla Frosting
- 3 C Unsalted Butter Softened
- 6 C Powdered Sugar
- 5 tablespoon Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Gel Food Coloring Pink, Orange, Green And Yellow
- 4 Medium Piping Bag With Star Tip
- 1 Small Piping Bag With A Leaf Tip
- 4 Medium Mixing Bowls
- 1 Package Wilton Floral Icing Transfers
Decorating Ingredients
- Unicorn Horns And Ears And Eyes Kit
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 and spray cake pans with pam baking spray. Using a hand mixer and large bowl, beat all cake ingredients until combined and smooth.
- Divide the cake batter into 3 bowls. Mix in 2-3 drops of yellow food coloring into one bowl and mix to get a pale yellow color.
- Mix in 2-3 drops of pink food coloring into the second bowl and mix to get a pale pink color.
- Mix in 2-3 drops of orange food coloring into the second bowl and mix to get a pale orange color.
- Pour each batter into their own cake pan.
- Place into the oven and back for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Frosting Directions:
- Using a standing mixer, beat all ingredients except for the colors until combined and smooth but stiff with peaks.
- Scoop 1 C of frosting into each of the 5 medium bowls.
- Mix in a few drops of pink gel food coloring into one of the bowls with the 1 C of frosting and scoop into a piping bag with star tip.
- Mix in a few drops of yellow gel food coloring into the second bowl with the 1 C of frosting and scoop into a piping bag with star tip.
- Mix in a few drops of orange gel food coloring into the second bowl with the 1 C of frosting and scoop into a piping bag with star tip.
- Mix in a few drops of green gel food coloring into the second bowl with the 1 C of frosting and scoop into a piping bag with the leaf tip.
- Scoop ½ C of white frosting into the last piping bag with a star tip.
Building the Cake Directions:
- Place one cake layer onto the cake board and cut the dome off the cake to make an even layer. Repeat step with the other two layers.
- Scoop 1 C of white frosting onto the bottom layer and spread evenly.
- Place the second cake layer on top and spread evenly 1 more cup of frosting/ Place the last layer of cake on top.
- Use the remaining white frosting and frost the entire cake. Using the white, pink, yellow and orange piping bag, start piping the “Hair” for the unicorn on the top and around one side of the cake to create a “Mane.
- Place the horn, ears and eyes onto the cake. Using the green piping bag, randomly pipe petals into the flowers.
- Place the icing transfers randomly into the hair. Place into the fridge to harden the frosting before enjoying!
- I don't know if you've ever made a cake like this before, but I hope this tutorial makes it super easy.
- A Layered Unicorn Cake is easier than you think! The end result is amazing and all you need to do is enjoy it. The colors are beautiful and the end result is great for a birthday party or just a fun cake that you can make fun.
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