Epic Paw Patrol Cake Recipe Kids Will Beg You to Make!
Want to make a Paw Patrol cake that will wow your kids? Follow this step-by-step guide for a stunning cake that’s surprisingly easy to make!
Equipment
- 9-inch round cake pans
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cooling rack
- Icing spatula
- Cake leveler
- Fondant roller
- Piping bags (2)
- Cake turntable
- Food coloring
Ingredients
Cake Base (Vanilla Layer or Chocolate)
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Buttercream Frosting
- 2 cups unsalted butter softened
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-4 tbsp heavy cream adjust for consistency
- Gel food coloring red, blue, yellow, green
Decorations
- Fondant in various colors for Paw Patrol characters
- Edible Paw Patrol character images
- 3 D-printed cookie cutters for themed shapes
- Silver and red sugar pearls
- Character figurines
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Cake Base
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Step 2: Make the Frosting
- Beat the butter until creamy and smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing on low speed.
- Add vanilla extract and cream, adjusting for desired consistency.
- Divide frosting into separate bowls and color with food gels for themed colors.
Step 3: Assemble and Frost the Cake
- Level the cake layers using a serrated knife.
- Apply a crumb coat of frosting and chill for 15 minutes.
- Spread the final layer of frosting using a cake spatula for a smooth finish.
Step 4: Decorate the Cake
- Roll out fondant and cut themed shapes using cookie cutters (dog bones, badges).
- Place edible Paw Patrol images on the cake.
- Arrange figurines and sugar pearls for accents.
- Pipe colorful details using the frosting in piping bags.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
- Keep the cake refrigerated until ready to serve. Bring to room temperature before slicing.