How do I make a geode cake?

Unleash your inner artist with our step-by-step guide on creating a stunning geode cake. Impress your guests with this edible crystal masterpiece!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How Do I Make a Geode Cake. Items include: 8-inch round cake pans Rock candy Light corn syrup Gel food coloring Buttercream icing Edible silver or gold luster dust Edible pearl or metallic sprinkles

8-inch round cake pans 2
Rock candy 1 cup
Light corn syrup 1/4 cup
Gel food coloring a few drops
Buttercream icing enough to cover the cake
Edible silver or gold luster dust as needed
Edible pearl or metallic sprinkles to taste

Take note
Be cautious when handling sharp tools and always supervise children in the kitchen.

1

Prepare the Cake

Bake your favorite cake recipe in two 8-inch round pans. Let them cool completely before moving on to the next step.

2

Carve the Cavity

Using a serrated knife, carefully cut a cavity in the center of one cake layer. Make it about one inch deep and shape it in an organic, amethyst-like form.

3

Create the Crystals

Mix 1 cup of rock candy with 1/4 cup of light corn syrup. Add a few drops of gel food coloring to achieve your desired crystal color. Gently press the mixture into the carved cavity, building up the crystals to give it a realistic look.

4

Frost the Cake

Place the other cake layer on top of the one with the crystal cavity. Frost the entire cake with buttercream icing, making sure to cover the cavity completely.

5

Decorate the Crystals

Dust the frosting around the crystals with edible silver or gold luster dust to make them shimmer and shine like real gems. Get creative and add some edible pearl or metallic sprinkles to enhance the geode effect.

6

Show Off Your Masterpiece

Place your stunning geode cake on a decorative cake stand and get ready for the oohs and aahs! Don't forget to take some Insta-worthy photos before slicing into this edible work of art.