Our first step is to bake the cake layers. Line four, 8- or 7-inch round cake pans with parchment rounds and grease with non-stick baking spray or homemade cake release. I u… See more

Then it’s time to make the bubblegum buttercream frosting for this cake! I like to use an American buttercreambecause I think it’s the easiest to decorate with and I love eating … See more

Stack and frost the cake layers on an 8-inch, grease-proof cardboard cake round or flat plate. Use a dab of frosting to help stick the first cake layer in the center of the board. Spr… See more

While the cake chills, color the remain a light shade of pink with gel food coloring. Cover the chilled cake with a second, thicker layer of pink buttercream. Smooth using a ben… See more