Winter ONEderland Cake is the perfect showstopper for a magical first birthday or snowy winter celebration. Designed to resemble an adorable snowman, this cake combines a soft vanilla crumb with whipped coconut cream frosting, finished off with pastel-colored decorations.
Whether you’re planning a themed party or just want a cozy seasonal dessert, this cake brings together simple ingredients and heartfelt charm in a fun and allergy-friendly design. It’s festive, creative, and unforgettable.
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Why You’ll Love This Cake
- ❄️ Adorable snowman design for winter birthdays or holidays
- 👶 Perfect first birthday smash cake
- 🥥 Frosted with naturally sweetened coconut cream
- 🌾 Includes vegan and gluten-free options
- 🎨 Fully customizable with natural food colors
- 📸 A picture-perfect centerpiece!
Ingredients
Cake Batter:
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup caster sugar
- 3 tsp baking powder
- ¾ tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or avocado oil)
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups buttermilk (or vegan buttermilk alternative)
Frosting:
- 2 cans coconut cream (refrigerated overnight)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- Natural food coloring: brown, pink, orange
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two 6” round pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk oil, vanilla, and buttermilk.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently—do not overmix.
- Divide batter between pans. Bake for 30–45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes completely, then level the tops with a knife or cake leveler.
- Scoop thick coconut cream into a mixing bowl (discard liquid). Add vanilla and sugar. Whip until fluffy.
- Divide frosting: Keep half white. Tint one medium bowl pink, and two small bowls brown and orange.
- Layer cakes with white frosting. Smooth the outside with an offset spatula.
- Decorate the snowman’s base with pink dots, pipe a hat with pink and white frosting, and use brown and orange to create the face.
- Chill the finished cake in the fridge for 2+ hours before serving.
Cake Details
Prep Time: 1 hr 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Chill Time: 8 hrs (overnight coconut cream)
Total Time: 9 hrs 50 mins
Servings: 18 slices
Course: Dessert
Diet: Vegetarian (with vegan option)
Decorating Tips
- Use Wilton piping tip #10 for eyes, nose, and flowers
- #30 star tip for textured snowman hat
- Add edible snowflakes or pastel sprinkles for a frosty look
- For easier decorating, sub with chocolate coins or mini candies for facial features
- Use gluten-free 1:1 flour for allergy-friendly guests
- Swap vanilla for chocolate for a different base flavor
FAQs
Q: Can I make this cake vegan?
Yes! Replace buttermilk with 1¾ cups soy milk + 1½ tbsp vinegar (let sit 5 minutes).
Q: How long does coconut cream need to chill?
Minimum 24 hours for firm texture.
Q: What if I don’t have piping tools?
Use zip-top bags with the corner snipped off as a DIY piping bag.
Q: Can I use store-bought frosting?
Yes, but texture and flavor may vary. For dairy-free, choose vegan options.
Winter ONEderland Cake
Equipment
- – 2 x 6-inch cake pans
- – Stand or hand mixer
- – Piping bags and tips
- – Mixing bowls
- – Offset spatula
Ingredients
- **Cake Batter:**
- – 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- – ¾ cup caster sugar
- – 3 tsp baking powder
- – ¾ tsp baking soda
- – Pinch of salt
- – ½ cup vegetable oil
- – 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- – 2 cups buttermilk
- **Frosting:**
- – 2 cans coconut cream refrigerated overnight
- – 2 tsp vanilla extract
- – 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- – Brown pink, and orange natural food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two 6” cake pans.
- Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Whisk oil, vanilla, and buttermilk in another bowl.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Divide batter, bake 30–45 mins, cool completely.
- Level cake layers.
- Whip coconut cream with vanilla and sugar until fluffy.
- Divide frosting: leave some white, tint remaining.
- Fill and frost cake with white cream.
- Decorate snowman face with colored frosting.
- Chill cake 2 hours before serving.
Notes
– Use gluten-free flour for allergies.
– For a chocolate version, sub part of flour with cocoa powder.
Conclusion
The Winter ONEderland Cake is more than just dessert—it’s a celebration centerpiece. With its fluffy texture, whimsical snowman design, and allergy-conscious ingredients, this cake is both festive and functional. It’s sure to delight guests young and old, and create sweet memories at your winter event.