Bluey Cake ideas cup cakes
Make your child’s birthday extra special with these adorable Bluey Cake Cupcakes! 🎉 These fun and easy cupcakes are inspired by the beloved Bluey character, featuring vibrant blue buttercream, cute fondant decorations, and a fluffy vanilla base. Perfect for kids' parties, family gatherings, or a fun baking project, these cupcakes are delicious, visually stunning, and simple to make. Let’s bring Bluey to life—one bite at a time!
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
For the Bluey Buttercream Frosting:
- 2 cups unsalted butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- Blue food coloring for Bluey’s fur
- Dark blue food coloring for Bluey’s markings
For Decorations:
- White fondant for Bluey's eyes
- Black fondant for pupils & nose
- Edible shimmer dust optional
- Piping bags + round piping tips
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Bake the Cupcakes
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tray with Bluey-themed cupcake liners or regular liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until the batter is smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before decorating.
- 2️⃣ Prepare the Buttercream Frosting
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.
- Add vanilla extract and heavy cream. Beat until fluffy.
Divide the frosting into two bowls:
- One bowl: Light blue (for Bluey's main fur color)
- One bowl: Dark blue (for Bluey’s face markings)
- Transfer each color into separate piping bags with round piping tips.
- 3️⃣ Decorate the Cupcakes
- Pipe a swirl of light blue frosting onto each cupcake.
- Use the dark blue frosting to add small accents for Bluey’s markings.
- Roll white fondant into small circles for the eyes. Place them on top.
- Add black fondant pupils and a small black fondant nose.
- Optional: Dust with edible shimmer for a fun effect!
- 4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
- Arrange the cupcakes on a tiered cupcake stand for a stunning Bluey-themed party display.
- Serve and watch kids' faces light up with excitement! 🎉
Notes
- Flavor Variations: Try chocolate cupcakes instead of vanilla for a fun twist!
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or 5 days in the fridge.
- Short on Time? Use pre-made vanilla cupcakes and focus on decorating!