A Slice of Glamour: How to Recreate Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries’s Wedding Cake at Home

Hello, dear readers! Today, we’re diving into the world of celebrity weddings by recreating the extravagant cake from Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries’s 2011 wedding. This stunning black-and-white cake, crafted by Hansen’s Cakes in Los Angeles, was a towering masterpiece. While the original cake was a grand creation, we’ve scaled down the recipe so you can bring a touch of this glamorous event to your own kitchen. Let’s get started!

Cake Elements:

1. Chocolate Chip Marble Cake Base

2. Buttercream Frosting

3. Fondant Covering

4. Decorative Elements

1. Chocolate Chip Marble Cake Base

The foundation of this cake is a delicious chocolate chip marble cake, perfect for any special occasion.

Ingredients:

• 250g unsalted butter, softened

• 250g caster sugar

• 4 large eggs

• 250g self-raising flour

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tbsp milk

• 50g cocoa powder

• 100g chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Batter: Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour and fold it into the butter mixture. Divide the batter in half. Add the cocoa powder to one half and mix well. Fold the chocolate chips into the plain batter.

3. Create Marble Effect: Spoon the plain and chocolate batters alternately into the cake tins. Use a skewer to swirl the batters together to create a marble effect.

4. Bake: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line cake tins with parchment paper. Divide the batter evenly between the tins and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

5. Cool: Allow the cakes to cool completely in the tins before turning out.

2. Buttercream Frosting

This frosting adds a creamy and delicious layer to the cake.

Ingredients:

• 250g unsalted butter, softened

• 500g icing sugar, sifted

• 2 tbsp milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Beat Butter: In a large bowl, beat the butter until smooth and creamy.

2. Add Sugar: Gradually add the icing sugar, beating continuously until the mixture is light and fluffy.

3. Add Milk and Vanilla: Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until well combined.

3. Fondant Covering

The cake was elegantly covered with fondant to give it a smooth and polished finish.

Ingredients:

• 500g white fondant

• 500g black fondant

Instructions:

1. Roll Out Fondant: Dust a surface with icing sugar and roll out the white fondant to about 1/4 inch thickness. Repeat with the black fondant.

2. Cover the Cake: Brush the cake with a thin layer of buttercream to help the fondant stick. Drape the white fondant over the cake, smoothing it down with your hands. Use the black fondant to create decorative patterns and accents.

4. Decorative Elements

The cake was adorned with intricate black-and-white designs, adding a touch of elegance.

Ingredients:

• Fondant or gum paste (for modeling decorations)

• Edible gold and silver paint

• Edible flowers (optional)

Instructions:

1. Model Decorations: Use fondant or gum paste to create flowers, lace details, and other decorative elements. Allow them to dry completely.

2. Paint: Use edible gold and silver paint to add details to the decorations.

3. Arrange: Place the decorations on top of the cake. Add edible flowers and other embellishments as desired.

Presentation:

• Assemble the Cake: Layer the chocolate chip marble cakes with buttercream frosting. Cover the entire cake with fondant, smoothing it with a palette knife.

• Decorate: Arrange the cake on a decorative stand. Surround it with fresh flowers and greenery to enhance its regal appearance.

A Fun Fact:

Did you know that Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries’s wedding cake was taller than Kim herself? The cake stood at an impressive six feet tall and weighed nearly 600 pounds¹². It was so massive that it had to be transported in pieces and assembled on-site!

Final Thoughts:

Recreating Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries’s wedding cake is a wonderful way to bring a touch of celebrity glamour to your own celebrations. Whether it’s for a wedding, anniversary, or just because, this cake is sure to impress your guests with its rich flavors and stunning presentation.

Happy baking, and may your kitchen be filled with the sweet aroma of chocolate and vanilla!

Feel free to share your baking adventures and any questions you might have in the comments below. Until next time, happy baking!