LADYBUG CAKE
Steps:
- Place the first cake on 1 of the cardboard rounds on a rack over a sheetpan. While the ganache is still warm, pour over the cake. Using a palette knife sparingly, gently swipe 1 or 2 times to spread the ganache evenly over the top and so that it runs down the sides and covers them. Let the cake sit until the ganache sets up, about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- While the ganache is setting up begin making the wings. Cut the remaining cake in half, lengthwise. Cut the remaining cardboard round in half as well and place each cake half on one of the cardboard halves. Using the red buttercream and a palette knife, frost both halves completely. Try to make the frosting appear to be as smooth as possible. Place the black licorice rounds on the wings to make ladybug spots.
- Once the ganache is set up, assemble the ladybug. Allow 2 inches in the front of the ganache cake for the ladybug's face. Place the 2 halves behind the 2-inch face with 2 corners touching right behind the head and at an angle to each other. The wings should be in position for the ladybug to fly away. Place the candy wafers on the ganache cake to create eyes. Using a small dab of leftover frosting, secure the candy coated chocolates to the wafers to make pupils. Cut the licorice whip to the desired length and lightly press into the ganache to create a mouth. Use the remainder of the licorice whip to create antennae. ***To cut this cake for serving, remove the wings and cut separately.
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Unique Gurung
[email protected]I've never made a ladybug cake before, but this recipe looks easy enough to follow. I'm excited to try it!
White Vikies
[email protected]This ladybug cake looks so fun! I'm definitely going to give it a try.
Raja Shabaz
[email protected]This cake is adorable! I can't wait to try it.
Joash Dharamligam
[email protected]I made this cake for my son's birthday, and he loved it! It was easy to make and turned out so cute.
abelino Mata
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my daughter's birthday party! Everyone loved it.
Bernadine Clark
[email protected]Super cute and easy to make. Will definitely make this again.
Tawasal zahra
[email protected]This was my first time making a ladybug cake, and I'm really happy with how it turned out! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Bhishma Bhatta
[email protected]This cake was a bit more work than I expected, but it was totally worth it! It turned out so cute and delicious. I'm definitely going to make this again for my next party.
Momo Kamil
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chocolate cake, but this one was really good! The vanilla buttercream frosting helped to balance out the sweetness of the chocolate. Overall, I thought this was a great recipe.
omowunmi ajoke
[email protected]This cake was surprisingly easy to make, and it turned out beautifully! I love the way the red and black colors really pop. The cake was also very moist and flavorful.
Star Song (Knottedfingers)
[email protected]I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party, and it was a huge hit! The kids loved the ladybug design, and the cake was so delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Shivkumar Ganga
[email protected]This was such a fun recipe to make with my kids! The ladybug design was easy to follow, and the cake turned out so cute. We loved the chocolate and vanilla flavor combination, and the buttercream frosting was the perfect finishing touch.