Classic Black and White Wedding Cake
Classic Black and White Wedding Cake
Contents
Key Info:
Prep Time: 2-3 hours
Cook Time: 60-120 minutes
Total Time: 4-6 hours
Servings: 40-120 guests
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced
Dietary Tags: Customizable (can be adapted to gluten-free, vegan)
Equipment Needed:
- Stand mixer
- Multiple cake pans (6″, 8″, 10″)
- Cake turntable
- Fondant rolling pin
- Offset spatula
- Bench scraper
- Piping bags and tips
Ingredients:
Cake Base:
- 5-8 cups all-purpose flour
- 4-6 cups granulated sugar
- 8-12 large eggs
- 4-6 sticks unsalted butter
- 2-3 tbsp baking powder
- 2-4 cups whole milk
- 2-4 tbsp vanilla extract
Fondant:
- 1-3 lbs white fondant
- 1-3 lbs black fondant
- Gel food coloring (black)
Frosting:
- Vanilla buttercream or preferred filling
Critical Method:
1. Prep Work
- Measure ingredients precisely
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Grease and line cake pans
2. Cake Baking
- Mix dry ingredients separately
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy
- Add eggs one at a time
- Fold in dry ingredients gently
- Bake until internal temp reaches 200-210°F
- Cool completely
3. Fondant Preparation
- Knead fondant until smooth
- Tint black fondant using gel color
- Roll to 1/8 inch thickness
4. Assembly
- Level cake layers
- Apply crumb coat
- Cover with alternating black/white fondant
- Stack tiers using support dowels
- Smooth out any bubbles or wrinkles
Crucial Tips:
- Chill cakes between layers for stability
- Use powdered sugar to prevent sticking
- Handle fondant minimally to avoid tears
- Ensure clean, sharp color transitions
Variations:
- Geometric patterns
- Marbled effect
- Metallic accents
- Sugar flower embellishments
Storage:
- Room temperature: 2 days
- Refrigerate if using fresh ingredients
- Protect from humidity
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
- Overworking fondant
- Uneven cake layers
- Color bleeding
- Improper stacking
Pro Decorator Secrets:
- Use food-safe brushes for detailed work
- Invest in quality fondant tools
- Practice fondant techniques beforehand
- Have backup decorative elements
Scaling Tips:
- Adjust recipe proportionally
- Use multiple smaller tiers for large events
- Consider guest count and slice size
Final Notes:
A black and white wedding cake isn’t just dessert—it’s a statement piece that reflects sophistication, timeless elegance, and personal style. Whether you’re going minimalist or maximalist, this design offers endless creative possibilities.
