Girl Guide Doll Cake Fundraiser: Can I Cut Her Feet Off?!

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around the experiences of participants making doll cakes for a Girl Guide fundraiser, discussing various techniques and challenges encountered during the baking process.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their experience of needing to bake multiple batter bowl cakes for each doll, expressing concern about cutting the dolls' feet off to make them shorter.
  • Another participant suggests using half dolls, noting that whole dolls can be difficult to work with as their legs may break the cake.
  • Several users mention using cheap dolls and share their experiences of cutting the dolls' legs to fit them into the cakes.
  • One participant describes a method of baking a single layer cake to support the doll cake, suggesting the use of a corer to create a hole for the doll.
  • Another participant discusses the importance of wrapping the doll in Saran Wrap to keep it clean when placed in the cake.
  • One participant expresses concern about timing their baking with a family emergency, seeking advice on how to manage the oven temperature while attending to their child.
  • Another participant humorously suggests a Halloween-themed idea of having doll legs sticking out of a cake.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best approach to using dolls in cakes, with some participants advocating for the use of half dolls while others share their experiences with whole dolls. No clear consensus emerges on the preferred method.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and techniques related to baking doll cakes, highlighting the creative challenges and solutions encountered during the process.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be of interest to Pampered Chef consultants and others involved in baking or cake decorating, particularly those looking for creative ideas for themed cakes.

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I am making 4 Doll cakes for a fundraiser at my Girl Guide unit tonight. The girls are decorating the cakes whilst I do the show for the parents!

I didn't realise I would need to make 2 batter bowl cakes for EACH doll! I've baked 2 cakes and have one in the oven right now. I have about 3 hours of baking time left before I have to go, so will have time to make a 4th one.

Soo...

Can I get away with just using one cake per doll? Is is wrong to cut her feet off to make her shorter?!?! It feels a bit cruel!

Thanks!
 
You'll want to use the half dolls----they have the upper torso on a stick basically--you can get them at craft stores, etc. If you try using a whole barbie it's too hard; her legs break the cake. If you use the half dolls (I don't know the correct term!), I think it should be okay with one cake each.
 
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Thanks Lacy!
I bought v. cheap dolls this morning. I went for it and chopped her legs off up to the knee! I did feel a bit cruel!

Here is a picture of the cake so far. This was the first one, and it cracked slightly when turning it out, the other ones are better! I'll post after pictures this evening!

Barbie Cake on Flickr - Photo Sharing!
 
Over here they call them doll picks. But if you have to use a "real" doll cutting her short will work, but as Lacy says, it can damage the cake a bit. I know people who have done it though. It does seems a shame to ruin the doll though, so if you can find the picks I would use them. I've never seen a doll cake made with two cakes, it sounds like making more work than necessary.
 
Oops, I got called away half way through my post and obviously was too late! Glad it's working out though!

PS I just saw the picture. She looks cold! LOL! :)
 
You can also bake a single layer in a 9" cake pan (just like ours) and put it underneath the batter bowl cake. You may need to trim it a little for it to line up. And to make a neat hole for the doll, use The Corer to make a "tunnel" through the baked cake.
 
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My dolls were so cheap (49p each), but they have worked perfectly!

I snipped the doll at the knee (anyone have any ideas on what to do with 8 legs?!) and pushed her in. The others cake hasn't cracked and looks great!

Cake no. 3 is cooling and No. 4 is in the oven.

I just saw the picture. She looks cold! LOL!
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I know! Oddly they came with shoes, buy no clothes! That's what you get for a bargain!
 
I usually do what Ann said and make a hole through the cake and put an extra 9"under it. But, if you cut the legs off or use the picks you wouldn't need the 9". I also wrap the doll in Saran Wrap, that way the doll stays clean and it goes in the cake easy. I always use a real doll and then the girl gets the doll as a gift at the end. I hope they turn out great!!
 
chefann said:
You can also bake a single layer in a 9" cake pan (just like ours) and put it underneath the batter bowl cake. You may need to trim it a little for it to line up. And to make a neat hole for the doll, use The Corer to make a "tunnel" through the baked cake.
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AHA! What a great idea :).
 
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Last cake could go horribly wrong...

My daycare rang (I normally work full time, I have the day off to bake doll cakes!), my 5 month old has had a cough the last 2 weeks. She's thrown up twice today with the coughing. My doctor wants to see her in 50 minutes.... guess what time the last cake is due out of the oven!!!!

It's had 20 mins... do I turn the oven down low and take it out after the appointment, or do I turn it up, go and pick her up and stop back at the house on the way to the doctors?!? AHHHHH
 
swinkate said:
Last cake could go horribly wrong...

My daycare rang (I normally work full time, I have the day off to bake doll cakes!), my 5 month old has had a cough the last 2 weeks. She's thrown up twice today with the coughing. My doctor wants to see her in 50 minutes.... guess what time the last cake is due out of the oven!!!!

It's had 20 mins... do I turn the oven down low and take it out after the appointment, or do I turn it up, go and pick her up and stop back at the house on the way to the doctors?!? AHHHHH
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Well, turning it up may burn the outside and not bake the inside enough, so if anything I would think turning it down would be the best way if you couldn't leave it at the right time and temp. Good luck!
 
Messing with the temp and time of baked goods is sure to end badly. If it's on the way, I'd stop and take it out later. You might end up redoing that one, though.
 
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I discovered the auto timer on my oven! It came out perfect!
She has antibiotics, I have 30 mins to have a shower and leave the house!
Phew...
 
If you celebrate Halloween, you could have the legs sticking out of a cake. Tell people they're zombies returning to their beds. LOL!
 
use your corer and make a tunnel for her to go in - won't damage the cake so badly.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the "Girl Guide Doll Cake Fundraiser"?

The "Girl Guide Doll Cake Fundraiser" is a creative fundraising initiative where participants can create and sell doll-shaped cakes to raise money for Girl Guide activities. The cakes are often decorated to resemble popular dolls and can be customized for various events.

Can I cut the feet off the doll cake?

No, cutting the feet off the doll cake is not recommended. The design is meant to be intact for aesthetic purposes and to maintain the integrity of the cake. If you need to serve the cake, consider cutting it in a way that preserves the overall look.

How can I decorate the doll cake?

You can decorate the doll cake using various techniques, such as fondant, buttercream icing, and edible decorations. Consider using colors and designs that match the theme of the fundraiser or the preferences of the Girl Guides involved.

What ingredients are typically used in a doll cake?

A doll cake usually consists of standard cake ingredients like flour, sugar, eggs, and butter. You can also incorporate flavors like vanilla, chocolate, or red velvet. For decoration, you’ll need icing, food coloring, and any additional edible decorations you wish to use.

How can I promote the doll cake fundraiser effectively?

To promote the doll cake fundraiser effectively, utilize social media platforms, create eye-catching flyers, and encourage word-of-mouth marketing among friends and family. You can also set up a booth at local events or markets to showcase the cakes and attract more customers.

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