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- Cut a small circle in the center of two layers.
- Stack the layers, adding the colored buttercream or candies in the center hole.
- Top with the third layer and frost the whole cake.
💡 Pro Tip:
If your in-laws are attending, consider serving the cake already sliced. 😉
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🎉 The Actual Reveal
So what happened after the cake met its tragic end?
Well, there was still a trail of bright pink buttercream oozing from the ruined layers on the floor. Not exactly the fairytale reveal I imagined… but in a weird way, it was kind of perfect. Messy, dramatic, memorable—and oh-so-us.
Also, I made another cake the next day. And I carried it.
Final Thoughts
Whether your gender reveal cake is lovingly sliced or mysteriously dropped, the joy of the moment isn’t in the frosting — it’s in the story. And trust me, you’ll be telling this one for years.
Just remember:
Bake with love. Laugh through the chaos.
And maybe let someone else carry the appetizers.
Would you like this story turned into a printable recipe card or Instagram-ready post? I can help with that too!
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