A fun and easy Hello Kitty cake that’s perfect for birthdays or special occasions! Soft vanilla cake layered with buttery frosting and decorated to resemble Hello Kitty.
Author:bananrecipes@gmail.com
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup milk
For the Frosting:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2–3 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pink and red food coloring
For Decoration:
Black edible marker or chocolate melts (for eyes & whiskers)
Small candies or fondant for the bow
Instructions
Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 6–8 inch round cake pan.
Make the Cake: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well. Gradually add flour mixture alternating with milk until smooth. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting: Beat butter until smooth, gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in milk and vanilla until creamy. Divide frosting and color portions pink and red for decoration.
Decorate the Cake: Frost the cooled cake. Use black edible marker or chocolate melts for eyes and whiskers. Add candies or fondant to create Hello Kitty’s bow.
Notes
Can make two 6-inch cakes and layer them for a taller cake.
Adjust food coloring intensity for desired shade.
Works well for themed birthday parties or celebrations.