Description
This Gender Reveal Cake is the perfect way to surprise family and friends with the exciting news of your baby’s gender. With a hidden pink or blue center, this cake is not just delicious but also a stunning centerpiece for any gender reveal party. Whether you opt for a classic vanilla sponge or a richer red velvet variation, this cake guarantees a memorable and sweet surprise!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pink or blue food coloring (gel recommended)
For the Buttercream Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Decorations:
- Sprinkles, edible glitter, or cake toppers
- Fondant or extra buttercream for piping designs
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Step 2: Add the Surprise Color
- Divide the batter into two bowls. In one bowl, add pink or blue food coloring and mix well.
- Pour the colored batter evenly into one cake pan and the plain batter into the other pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 3: Assemble the Cake
- Let the cakes cool for 10 minutes in the pans before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If needed, trim the tops of the cakes to create an even surface.
- Spread a thin layer of buttercream frosting on the plain cake layer.
- Stack the colored cake layer on top, ensuring the surprise stays hidden.
Step 4: Decorate the Cake
- Apply a crumb coat (thin layer of frosting) to trap crumbs. Chill for 15 minutes.
- Frost the entire cake with buttercream, using a spatula to smooth it out.
- Decorate with sprinkles, edible pearls, or a gender reveal cake topper.
Step 5: The Big Reveal!
- When it’s time for the reveal, slice the cake and watch everyone’s reaction as the secret is revealed!
Notes
- For a confetti surprise: Cut a small circle in the center of the bottom cake layer, fill it with pink or blue sprinkles, and place the top layer on top. When sliced, the sprinkles will spill out!
- For a chocolate version: Substitute ½ cup flour with ½ cup cocoa powder for a delicious chocolate-flavored gender reveal cake.
- For an ombre effect: Divide the colored batter into three portions, adding increasing amounts of food coloring to each for a gradient look.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Desserts
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10-12 servings
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 5g