Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- Pink gel food coloring
For the Buttercream Frosting:
- 2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- Pink gel food coloring
For Decoration:
- 1 Barbie doll (wrapped in plastic wrap)
- Fondant (optional, for details)
- Edible pearls and sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a dome-shaped cake pan or use multiple round pans to stack.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Alternate adding flour mixture and milk to the batter, mixing well after each addition. Add pink food coloring and mix until evenly combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan(s) and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Prepare the Frosting: Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla and cream until smooth. Add pink food coloring.
- Assemble the Cake: If using layers, trim tops for even stacking. Carve the cake into a dress shape if needed.
- Cut a hole in the center for the Barbie doll. Wrap the doll in plastic wrap and insert it into the cake.
- Frost the cake smoothly, then use piping techniques to create a dress-like texture. Decorate with fondant, pearls, and sprinkles as desired.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for best results.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 450 per serving