Description
Create a stunning, nostalgic centerpiece using a simple glass bowl to form a perfect ballgown shape. This beginner-friendly method transforms a standard cake mix into a magical Barbie doll cake that is as delicious as it is impressive.
Ingredients
- 1 (18.25-ounce) package yellow cake mix
- 2 (16-ounce) tubs vanilla frosting
- Red food coloring (gel preferred)
- Shortening and flour for greasing the bowl
- 1 (11.5-inch) fashion doll
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 2-quart ovenproof glass bowl with shortening and a dusting of flour.
- Prepare the yellow cake mix according to package directions and pour into the prepared bowl.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the bowl for 15 minutes, then invert onto a cake plate and allow to cool completely for at least 3 hours.
- Wrap the doll’s legs in plastic wrap and insert her into the center of the cooled cake up to her waist.
- Tint the frosting pink, apply a thin crumb coat to the skirt, and chill for 10 minutes.
- Pipe star-tip rosettes over the skirt and a decorative bodice onto the doll to finish the gown.
Notes
To ensure a clean release, don’t skip the shortening and flour step, even if using a non-stick bowl. If your cake dome isn’t tall enough for the doll’s legs, you can easily add height by placing the dome on top of a standard 8-inch round cake layer.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American