Winter Wonderland Castle Cake is a show-stopping centerpiece designed to look like a snowy fairytale castle straight out of a winter storybook. With soft, fluffy vanilla cake layers stacked into towering tiers, smooth fondant walls, icy blue rooftops, and snowy royal icing details, this cake is perfect for winter birthdays, holiday celebrations, or themed parties where you want true visual drama.
This recipe focuses on a reliable, classic vanilla cake that bakes evenly and stacks beautifully—crucial for a multi-tiered design like a castle. The decorating process is broken down into manageable stages, allowing you to build structure first and then have fun bringing the winter scene to life with snowy textures, glittering accents, and charming decorative details.
Ingredients
For the Cake Layers
- 3 cups all-purpose flour – Provides structure while keeping the crumb tender.
- 2½ tsp baking powder – Ensures a light, even rise.
- ½ tsp salt – Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened – Creates a rich, moist cake.
- 2 cups sugar – Sweetens and helps achieve a fluffy texture.
- 4 large eggs – Bind the batter and add richness.
- 1 cup milk – Keeps the cake soft and smooth.
- 2 tsp vanilla extract – Adds classic warmth and aroma.
For Castle Assembly & Decoration
- Round cake layers (baked in different pan sizes)
- Buttercream frosting (for filling, stacking, and crumb coating)
- Fondant (white and blue)
- Ice cream cones (for towers)
- Royal icing (for snow details)
- Food coloring, edible glitter, and winter-themed decorations
Instructions
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