Best 3 Gender Reveal Cake Recipes

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Gender reveal parties have become increasingly popular as a way for expectant parents to share the exciting news of their baby's gender with their loved ones. These parties often feature a special cake that is decorated in a way that reveals the baby's gender when it is cut. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, finding the perfect gender reveal cake recipe can be a daunting task. To help you create a memorable and delicious cake that will wow your guests, we've compiled a variety of recipes that cater to different skill levels, dietary preferences, and decoration styles. From classic vanilla cakes with hidden pink or blue frosting to elaborate cakes adorned with intricate designs, our selection of recipes provides inspiration for every gender reveal celebration.

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GENDER REVEAL CAKE



Gender Reveal Cake image

Is it a boy or a girl? Create the perfect reveal by displaying this scrumptious cake tinted with pink or blue frosting on the inside. -Heather Chambers, Largo, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup 2% milk
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups heavy whipping cream
Blue and pink paste food coloring

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 8-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease and flour paper., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in each center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove parchment. Cool completely., Place a large bowl and beaters in freezer until cold, about 15 minutes. In chilled bowl, beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Gradually beat in cream until firm peaks form. Tint 1-1/4 cups blue and 1/4 cup pink (switch measurements if it's a girl), and leave remaining frosting white., Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate. Pipe a circle of white frosting around top edge of layer. Spread 1 cup blue (or pink if it's a girl) frosting inside white frosting. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides with white frosting. Using a #8 tip and white frosting, pipe pearls around top and bottom edges of cake. Using a #12 tip, pipe blue and pink dots over cake. With a #4 tip and pink frosting, add "It's a ... " to top of cake. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 377mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SURPRISE ON THE INSIDE GENDER REVEAL CAKE



Surprise on the Inside Gender Reveal Cake image

A fun cake filled with a colorful sweet surprise that tumbles out when you cut into it, revealing to your eager guests if the baby-to-be is a girl (pink) or a boy (blue)!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 boxes Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix (any flavor)
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix boxes
2 containers Betty Crocker™ Whipped fluffy white frosting
2 cups pink or blue M&M's® chocolate candies
1/4 cup pink or blue M&M's® minis chocolate candies
3/4 cup assorted pink or blue candy sprinkles

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease or spray two 8-inch round pans; place 8-inch round piece of cooking parchment paper in bottom of each pan. Grease or spray parchment paper. In large bowl, beat 1 box cake mix and ingredients called for on box with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on high speed about 2 minutes or until smooth. Spread in pans. Bake as directed on box. Cool 10 minutes; run knife around sides of pans to loosen cakes. Gently remove from pans to cooling rack; remove parchment paper. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Repeat to make 2 more layers.
  • Flatten cake layers by trimming off rounded tops. In 2 layers, cut small round out of center, using 4-inch round cutter.
  • To assemble cake: Place 1 uncut cake layer on cake stand or serving platter; spread 1/3 cup frosting on top. Top with 1 layer with center removed; spread 1/3 cup frosting on top. Top with second layer with center removed; spread 1/3 cup frosting on top. Fill cake with candies and candy sprinkles. Gently press candies to level, top with full cake layer. Frost side and top of cake using remaining frosting. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 70 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 2 1/2 g

SURPRISE ON THE INSIDE GENDER REVEAL CAKE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Surprise on the Inside Gender Reveal Cake Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by ukiahgal67

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 boxes Betty Crocker® SuperMoist® cake mix (any flavor)
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix boxes
2 containers Betty Crocker® Whipped fluffy white frosting
2 cups pink or blue candy-coated chocolate candies
1/4 cup pink or blue mini candy-coated chocolate candies
3/4 cup assorted pink or blue candy sprinkles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or spray two 8-inch round pans; place 8-inch round piece of cooking parchment paper in bottom of each pan. Grease or spray parchment paper. In large bowl, beat 1 box cake mix and ingredients called for on box with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on high speed about 2 minutes or until smooth. Spread in pans. Bake as directed on box. Cool 10 minutes; run knife around sides of pans to loosen cakes. Gently remove from pans to cooling rack; remove parchment paper. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Repeat to make 2 more layers. Flatten cake layers by trimming off rounded tops. In 2 layers, cut small round out of center, using 4-inch round cutter. To assemble cake: Place 1 uncut cake layer on cake stand or serving platter; spread 1/3 cup frosting on top. Top with 1 layer with center removed; spread 1/3 cup frosting on top. Top with second layer with center removed; spread 1/3 cup frosting on top. Fill cake with candies and candy sprinkles. Gently press candies to level, top with full cake layer. Frost side and top of cake using remaining frosting. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Tips:

  • Choose a gender reveal cake recipe that is easy to follow and doesn't require a lot of special ingredients or equipment. Some popular options include vanilla cake, chocolate cake, and red velvet cake.
  • Make sure you have all of the ingredients and equipment you need before you start baking. This will help you avoid any delays or mishaps.
  • Follow the recipe instructions carefully. Don't skip any steps or substitute ingredients unless you know what you're doing.
  • Be patient and don't rush the process. Baking takes time, so don't try to hurry it.
  • Have fun! Gender reveal cakes are a great way to celebrate the upcoming arrival of your baby.

Conclusion:

Gender reveal cakes are a fun and festive way to announce the gender of your baby. With a little planning and effort, you can create a beautiful and delicious cake that will be the centerpiece of your party. So get creative and have fun!

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