Birthdays can be a great time to have fun with your children.Baking a cake in the shape of a number 3 is a great way to celebrate, and it will make your child feel special on their big day.Two cakes can be made into a number 3 shape using either regular layer cake pans or circular bundt pans.You will have an adorable birthday treat in no time if you add a little frosting and some fun decorations.
Step 1: There are 2 round cake layers that are 20 cm wide.
Use your favorite cake recipe or cake mix and pour the batter into 2 cake pans that are 8 inches (20 cm) across.They should be baked for as long as your instructions suggest.When they are done, you should be able to insert a toothpick and pull it out.
Step 2: The cakes should cool in the pans for 5 minutes.
The cakes may lose their shape if you remove them too quickly.Allow them to sit for 5 minutes before removing them from their pans.
Step 3: The cakes are going to be put in a cooling rack.
Use a butterknife to cut around the outside of the cake to keep it from sticking to the pan.If you want the cakes to fall out, flip the pans upside down over the cooling rack.
Step 4: A circle can be cut out of the center of each cake.
You can cut through the cake by pressing down on the glass or using a knife to cut around it.Set it aside once you have removed the center.It can be eaten later or even frost like a cupcake.
Step 5: Cut away 14 of the cake.
Use a bread knife to cut your cake slowly and gently.If you want, you can save the pieces and eat them later.The cakes should now look like C shapes.
Step 6: You can make a 3 by connecting the 2 cakes with frosting.
Attach the frosted part of the C-shaped cake to the other to form a 3.The frosting on top will not fall through the crack if it holds together.
Step 7: The two cakes should be the same height using a bread knife.
Once you put your 2 pieces together, you may realize they are different heights.Remove the top layer of the cake with a bread knife if this is the case.
Step 8: Two cakes are baked in the pans.
The ring shape of bundt cake pans allows them to create circular cakes that can be shaped into a number 3.It is possible to use a layer cake recipe or cake mix, but be aware that it may take considerably longer to bake than a bundt cake.
Step 9: The cakes have to be cooled for 5 minutes in the pan and 30 minutes on a rack.
When you transfer them to a cooling rack, you should flip them out so that the flat part is touching the rack.
Step 10: To make the bottom half of the cake, cut away 14 of it.
If you want to cut away a quarter of the cake, use a bread knife.The bottom half of your 3 should look like a C.
Step 11: Cut away 12 of the second cake to make the top half.
To make a 3 shape, the cake will be rotation to fit above the first cake.You should brush away any crumbs after you finish cutting.
Step 12: The number 3 shape is where the 2 cakes should be.
The 12 cake should be on top, with one cut end touching the outside of the 34 cake.If you don't like your 3, you can shape it with a bread knife.If you want, you can save the cake scraps for later.
Step 13: You can use a little bit of frosting to connect the cakes.
This will allow them to stick together.Spread a little frosting on the cakes where they meet and press them together.
Step 14: Use a butterknife or frosting spatula to spread the frosting.
You can use a canned frosting.Chocolate frosting is a great option for kids.Spread the frosting around the cake as evenly as possible, starting on top and working down to the sides.
Step 15: Use a little hot water to smooth your frosting.
You can smooth it out by dipping your knife or spatula in hot water, wiping it off with a towel, and running it gently over the surface of the frosting.This will cause the frosting to be smooth.
Step 16: Sprinkles or glitter sugar can be used.
Kids like bright colors.Adding rainbow sprinkles, glitter sugar, or even small candies like Skittles or M&Ms to the frosting will make the cake extra special.
Step 17: toothpicks and foil can be used to keep the cake fresh.
Put the toothpicks in the top of the cake, then lay the foil over them and fold the edges around the dish.The toothpicks will keep the foil from touching the frosting, and won't leave visible holes in the cake.If you want to add protection, stick some miniature marshmallows on the toothpicks.They won't be able to poke through the foil while the cake is being moved.