Minecraft Cake

A visually stunning Minecraft-inspired cake featuring moist chocolate cake layers, rich dark chocolate frosting, and an iconic 8x8 black fondant grid that recreates the pixelated style of the popular video game. Perfect for gaming birthdays, themed parties, and special celebrations.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: birthday cake, fondant cake, gaming cake, minecraft cake, video game cake

Prep Time: 45

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 2 15

Servings: slices

Calories: 385kcal

Author: Lila benett

Cost: 4

Equipment

two 8-inch round cake pans
mixing bowls
wire cooling rack
offset spatula
serrated knife
Pizza Cutter for fondant squares
ruler for measuring fondant grid

Ingredients

2.5 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tsp baking powder
0.5 tsp baking soda
1 tsp table salt
3 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
0.75 cup heavy cream
0.25 cup unsalted butter for frosting
1 lb black fondant
3 tbsp powdered sugar
2 tbsp confectioners glaze or clear piping gel

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 8-inch round cake pans with butter, parchment paper, and flour.
Gather all ingredients and equipment before beginning.
Sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
Whisk the dry ingredients thoroughly and create a well in the center.
Whisk eggs, milk, softened butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until combined.
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
Divide batter evenly between prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
Tap pans on the counter to remove large air bubbles.
Bake for 32-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Place chopped dark chocolate in a heat-safe bowl.
Heat heavy cream until small bubbles form around the edges.
Pour hot cream over chocolate and let sit for 1 minute.
Whisk until smooth, then stir in butter until glossy.
Cool frosting until thick and spreadable.
Level cake layers using a serrated knife.
Place first cake layer on a serving board and spread frosting evenly over the top.
Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides completely.
Roll black fondant into an 8-inch square approximately 1/4 inch thick.
Cut the fondant into 64 equal squares arranged as an 8x8 grid.
Arrange the fondant squares on top of the cake in an even Minecraft-style pattern.
Apply confectioners glaze lightly over the fondant if desired.
Allow cake to set for 1-2 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

Chill the frosted cake for 30 minutes before applying fondant squares. Use a ruler to ensure each fondant square measures exactly 1 inch. Allow the completed cake to set for 1-2 hours before slicing. For clean cuts, use a serrated knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry between slices.

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