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Easy Hello Kitty Cake Recipe

A cute Hello Kitty cake decorated with pink frosting, white icing, and a fondant Hello Kitty face on top.

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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.

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

  1. Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 6–8 inch round cake pan.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.