Ingredients for Horse Cake
- Cake
- Chocolate Frosting
- White Frosting
- Black Licorice Strings
- Candy
- Jelly Beans
- Marzipan
- Your favorite frosting recipe – enough to frost the entire cake. (Example: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 3 cups powdered sugar, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 cup milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract)
How to Make Horse Cake
- Prepare your favorite cake recipe according to package directions or your own recipe. Bake in desired pan shape(s) for even baking.
- Once the cake is completely cool, level the tops if necessary for even frosting.
- Frost the cake with your chosen frosting. (Example: Use a generous amount of chocolate buttercream frosting).
- Using modeling chocolate or fondant, create horse shapes for the cake's decoration. (Consider creating multiple sizes and positions for a dynamic look).
- Add details to the horses using edible markers or additional fondant/chocolate pieces (eyes, manes, tails etc).
- Arrange the horses on top of the frosted cake.
- Add any other desired decorations: sprinkles, candies, etc. to enhance the horse theme.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to set.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
179g
Fat
19g
Carbs
16g
