Description

This Pastel Buttercream Pisces Birthday Cake is a dreamy, elegant dessert that perfectly captures the artistic and ethereal nature of the Pisces zodiac sign. Featuring soft vanilla cake layers, delicate pastel-colored buttercream, and a light, fluffy filling, this cake is both visually stunning and deliciously indulgent. Topped with pastel meringue kisses and colorful sprinkles, this cake makes the perfect centerpiece for a Pisces birthday celebration or celestial-themed party.

Ingredients

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For the Vanilla Cake

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk

For the Pastel Buttercream Frosting

1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
3–4 tbsp heavy cream or milk
1 tbsp vanilla extract
Gel food coloring (pastel shades such as pink, mint green, and lavender)

For the Filling

1 cup whipped cream or light buttercream (tinted with a pastel hue)

For Decoration

Pastel meringue kisses
Edible pearls or pastel sprinkles
Piping bags with decorative tip

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Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare Cake Pans

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.

2. Make the Vanilla Cake Batter

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until fully combined.

3. Bake & Cool

Divide batter evenly among cake pans.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Prepare the Pastel Buttercream Frosting

Beat butter until creamy.
Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.
Add heavy cream and vanilla extract, whipping until smooth and fluffy.
Divide into separate bowls and tint with pastel gel food coloring.

5. Assemble the Cake

Place the first cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of whipped cream or light buttercream filling.
Repeat with the remaining layers.

6. Decorate with Pastel Buttercream

Using an offset spatula, apply pastel buttercream in soft blended swirls for a watercolor effect.
Pipe decorative swirls and rosettes on top using a piping bag.
Add pastel meringue kisses, edible pearls, and pastel sprinkles for a magical, celestial finish.

Notes

For a Pisces oceanic look, use soft blues, purples, and pinks for the buttercream.
Swap the vanilla cake for a lemon or almond cake for a unique twist.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.