Hello Kitty Cake
A Hello Kitty cake is a timeless favorite for celebrations, perfect for fans of all ages. With its adorable design and customizable features, it’s ideal for birthdays, baby showers, and themed parties.
Equipment
- Round or Hello Kitty-shaped cake pan
- Piping bags and tips
- Fondant smoother
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
Basic Cake Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk or buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Specialty Items for Decoration
- white fondant
- pink, black, and yellow fondant
- gel food coloring for custom shades
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pan by greasing it well or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Mix in vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, until a smooth batter forms.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before shaping and decorating.
- Roll out white fondant to cover the cake. Add black fondant for eyes and whiskers, pink fondant for the bow, and yellow for the nose.
Notes
You can customize the bow color or add extra details like flowers or hearts to make the cake more personal.