Frozen Ice Castle Cake

by QuirkyCrafter in Cooking > Cake

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Frozen Ice Castle Cake

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Let it go, let it go…” – the magic of Disney’s Frozen has inspired fans around the world, and I wanted to bring a piece of that winter wonderland to life. For this fandom project, I created a Frozen Ice Castle Cake, complete with shimmering towers, glittering snowflakes, and beloved characters like Elsa and Olaf. This cake isn’t just a dessert—it’s a snowy fairytale centerpiece! It combines the charm of intricate paper decorations with the elegance of a beautifully frosted cake, making it a true showstopper for any Frozen fan.

Supplies

Sponge cake making supplies

  1. 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  2. 1 cup (200 g) sugar
  3. 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour (sifted)
  4. 1 tsp baking powder
  5. 1 tsp vanilla essence
  6. 2–3 tbsp milk (optional, for softness)
  7. 2–3 tbsp butter or oil (optional, for moisture)

Cake frosting

  1. Whipped cream
  2. Edible colors and glitters
  3. Glitter sprayer
  4. Turn table
  5. Cake knife
  6. Spatula

Baking supplies

  1. 6 inch cake tin
  2. Butter paper
  3. Oven

Sponge Cake Making and Baking

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  1. 1. Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F)
  2. 2. Grease & line your cake tin
  3. 3. Beat 4 eggs + 1 cup sugar until thick & fluffy
  4. 4. Add 1 tsp vanilla essence
  5. 5. Fold in 1 cup sifted flour + 1 tsp baking powder gently
  6. 6. Add 2–3 tbsp warm milk & melted butter
  7. 7. Pour into tin, bake 25–30 mins (toothpick should come out clean)
  8. 8. Cool before slicing


Cake Frosting

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  1. 1. Ensure Cake is Chilled
  2. 2. Apply Final Smooth Layer
  3. 3. Prepare for Ombré Effect
  4. 4. Apply Ombre Colors
  5. 5. Blend the Colors
  6. 6. Add Edible Glitter/Shimmer
  7. 7. Clean the Cake Board
  8. 8. Final Chill

Cake Topper and Others Element

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1. Main Ice Castle Cake Topper:

  1. Features tall cone-shaped towers in shimmering icy blue.
  2. The shapes are drawn, cut and assembled to create 2D castle.
  3. Accents of glitter snow along the edges for a frosty effect.

2. Frozen Character Cutouts:

  1. Includes Elsa, and Olaf printed in vibrant colors.
  2. Sturdy stand base so they can be placed easily around the cake or display.

3. Snowflake Ornaments:

  1. Handmade paper-cutouts of snowflake

4. Castle Entrance:

  1. Drawn the entrance on a sunboard & been cut out.

4. Castle Towers:

  1. Cylindrical body and conical heads being made, glued and assembled.

Note - All the toppers are affixed with skewers from behind, so that the skewers can be inserted in the cake.

Assembling

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  1. The toppers (affixed with skewers) are inserted on the cake.
  2. The conical towers are placed on the left and right sides.
  3. The door entrance is leaned on the cake-front.

Final

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This Frozen Ice Castle Cake is more than just a sweet treat—it’s a handcrafted tribute to Disney’s enchanting story of love, courage, and sisterhood. With its shimmering castle, iconic characters, and icy sparkle, it truly feels like a slice of Arendelle brought to the table.