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A stunning Disney-inspired Sleeping Beauty cake with pink and blue fondant layers, golden castle spires, and floral decorations on an elegant dessert table.

Sleeping Beauty Cake

A magical Disney-inspired cake perfect for birthdays, weddings, and fairy-tale celebrations. Learn how to bake and decorate this stunning dessert!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling and Decorating Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Course Cakes, Dessert, Disney Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

For the Frosting:

  • 2 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tbsp milk or heavy cream

For Decorations:

  • Fondant pink, blue, gold, and other colors
  • Food coloring
  • Edible glitter or gold dust

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven:

  • Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans.

Prepare the Batter:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, salt).
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.

Bake:

  • Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool completely before removing them from the pans.

Make the Frosting:

  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed to avoid a mess.
  • Once combined, add the vanilla and milk or cream.
  • Beat on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.

Assemble the Cake:

  • Level the cake layers if needed.
  • Place the first layer on a cake stand or plate.
  • Spread a layer of frosting on top, then add the second layer.
  • Repeat until all layers are stacked.
  • Apply a thin coat of frosting (crumb coat) to the entire cake and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.

Decorate:

  • Roll out fondant and create shapes like Princess Aurora, the castle, or the fairies.
  • Use food coloring and edible glitter to add details.
  • Carefully place the fondant pieces on the cake, using a bit of water or edible glue to secure them.

Notes

  • Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour.
  • Vegan Option: Substitute butter with vegan margarine, eggs with flax eggs, and milk with almond or soy milk.
  • Storage: Store the cake in a cool, dry place. If it has perishable fillings, refrigerate it and bring it to room temperature before serving.