Moana-Themed Cake Recipe

Isabella

5 from 1 vote

This homemade Moana-themed cake features fluffy vanilla layers, ocean-colored buttercream, and fondant decorations. Perfect for kids' parties or Disney fans!

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Prep Time 45

Cook Time 30

Chill Time 15

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

300 g all-purpose flour
300 g granulated sugar
150 g unsalted butter
4 large eggs approx. 200g
240 g whole milk
10 g baking powder
5 g vanilla extract
2 g salt
500 g unsalted butter for frosting
1000 g powdered sugar
60 g heavy cream
10 g vanilla extract
Food coloring blue, white, etc.
Fondant various colors
Edible glitter and pearls
Piping gel for water effect

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Electric mixer
Cake pans
Spatula
Piping bags and tips
Fondant tools

Method

Prepare the Cake Batter:
Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
Bake the Cake:
Divide batter into greased cake pans. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes. Let cool completely.
Make the Buttercream Frosting:
Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in heavy cream and vanilla. Tint with food coloring as desired.
Assemble and Decorate:
Layer the cakes with frosting. Decorate using fondant Moana figurines, sea creatures, piping gel for water, and edible glitter.

Notes

You can prepare the fondant decorations a day ahead. Chill the cake before decorating to help the buttercream set properly.