Unicorn Cake
This Cake Hack shows you just how easy it is to create an adorable Unicorn Cake without any fancy decorating tools or professional baking skills.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 Box Cake Mix, any flavor
- Ingredients Listed on the Cake Box, eggs, water, and vegetable oil
- 1 Tub White Frosting
- Black Decorating Icing
- 1 Bag Rainbow Mini Marshmallows
- Yellow Sprinkles
Instructions
- Bake the cake in a round cake pan according to the package directions.
- Allow the cake to cool completely, then carefully remove it from the pan.
- Using a sharp knife, cut a triangle wedge from one side of the cake. Cut that wedge into two, one smaller than the other. The smaller one will be the ear and the larger one will be the horn.
- Arrange the cake pieces on a serving platter or cake board to create the unicorn shape.
- Frost the entire cake with white frosting until smooth.
- Cover the horn with yellow sprinkles to give it a golden look.
- Arrange the rainbow mini marshmallows around the head to create the colorful mane.
- Use the black decorating icing to pipe on the closed eye, eyelashes, and mouth.
- Slice and serve.
Notes
How to Store Leftovers
Cover the cake tightly and store it at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.Helpful Tips
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent it from crumbling.
- Freeze the cake for 20-30 minutes before carving it if it's extra soft.
- Use an offset spatula or butter knife to spread the frosting smoothly.
- Decorate the cake the same day you plan to serve it for the freshest appearance.
- A serrated knife makes cleaner cuts.
