Made this for my mom’s birthday. It was my second attempt at decorating a cake (first attempt at piping flowers and first attempt at an ombre design). I was in a rush at the end and had to pipe a bunch of the purple filler “flowers” to get it done in time. My ombre technique definitely needs some work as well.

I was thrilled with how it looked all things considered but it didn’t taste as great as I’d like. If you have a favorite white cake recipe or a favorite buttercream recipe that isn’t too sweet (and isn’t as complicated as a swiss meringue, please share)! 🙏

by TrulyBecomingYou

16 Comments

  1. MickyParker91

    Wow that is beautiful 🥰 Happy Birthday to mom 🎂💝

  2. cringy_smell

    Nice work ✨🥰
    Beautiful 🥰
    Happy Birthday 🎉 to mom

  3. Itchy_Garden5780

    It’s so pretty! Love the colors. You did a great job.😍

  4. Shehulks1

    Damn! Looks amazing and professional!!!

  5. Tiny-Dragonfruit7317

    That is just beautiful. Great work

  6. DormouseMcMouse

    Pretty! This year for my daughter’s birthday I used box cake. I followed box direction except (I didn’t really follow them) I swapped oil for butter, milk for water and I added an extra egg, about half a cup of sour cream, vanilla extract and a box of vanilla instant pudding. For her chocolate cake I did the same but did cold brew coffee instead of vanilla and chocolate pudding. It was the best cake I’ve ever made. I got so many compliments on it.

    I made swiss meringue this year. I made Ermine frosting last year. Both seem complicated but I like them so much, I do think they are worth the added complexity. I will note that about every other batch doesn’t turn out quite right but I’ve still been able to decorate with it.

  7. gingercakess19

    That’s not an attempt that is ADORABLE

  8. True_Celebration7088

    This is SO pretty! The colors and the flowers are stunning! Amazing work💕

  9. Unlikely-Path6566

    Try mock Swiss meringue buttercream. Your cake looks amazing.