Soccer Cake

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Soccer Cake.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).

2. Step 2

   While the oven warms up, grab a 2 1/2 to 3-quart oven-proof bowl and give it a light spray with floured cooking spray to ensure your cake releases easily later on.

3. Step 3

   In a separate bowl, mix together white sugar and black food coloring until you reach your desired shade of dark sweetness—set this colorful mixture aside for now.

4. Step 4

   Next, prepare the yellow cake mix according to the package instructions, pouring the batter into your prepared bowl.

5. Step 5

   Pop it into the preheated oven and let it bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, signaling that your cake is perfectly done.

6. Step 6

   Once baked, let the cake cool in the bowl for about 15 minutes.

7. Step 7

   After that, gently invert the cake onto a cooling rack and allow it to cool completely for another 30 minutes.

8. Step 8

   When the cake has cooled, trim the flat side to create a stable base, then place it on a cake board.

9. Step 9

   Now, it’s time to get creative—shape the edges of the cake into a ball for a fun, rounded look.

10. Step 10

    Spread a generous layer of creamy vanilla frosting all over the cake, making it look inviting and delicious.

11. Step 11

    Using a toothpick, draw a pentagon shape in the center top of the cake, then surround it with five hexagons, repeating this pattern across the entire surface.

12. Step 12

    For a delightful finishing touch, cut black licorice whips into 1 1/2-inch pieces and use them to outline the shapes you’ve drawn.

13. Step 13

    Finally, fill the pentagon shapes with the black-colored sugar for an extra pop of detail.

14. Step 14

    Enjoy the process and watch your cake transform into a stunning centerpiece!.