Roblox Noob Cake
This Easy Roblox Noob Cake is fun, beginner-friendly, and party-perfect! Create an iconic Roblox character cake that's surprisingly simple to make. Perfect for birthdays, Roblox-themed parties, and is a guaranteed hit with kids and fans of all ages!
Equipment
- 1 8-inch Square OR 9-inch Round Cake Pan
- 2 mixing bowls Large and Medium
- 1 Electric Mixer Stand or Handheld recommended for buttercream
- 1 set Measuring Cups and Spoons
- 1 Rubber Spatula / Wooden Spoon
- 1 Parchment Paper Optional, for lining pan
- 1 Wire cooling rack
- 1 Offset Spatula Highly recommended for smooth frosting
- 1 Small Piping Bag OR Ziploc Bag
- 1 Small Round Piping Tip Like Wilton #3 or #4, OR scissors for cutting Ziploc corner
- 1 Toothpick Optional, for sketching
Ingredients
For the Birthday Cake Base
- 1 Your favorite vanilla or yellow cake recipe Enough for one 8" square or 9" round layer
- 1 box Yellow or vanilla cake mix Plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water (alternative to homemade cake recipe)
For the Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
- 1 cup Unsalted butter Softened (2 sticks)
- 3-4 cups Powdered sugar Sifted
- 1-2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2-4 tablespoons Milk or cream
- 1 pinch Salt
- Strawberry extract Optional for flavor variation
For the Roblox Character Cake Decoration
- Yellow gel food coloring Enough to achieve a bright Noob yellow
- Black gel food coloring Or small tube of pre-made black icing
- Blue fondant or frosting Optional, for classic Noob torso
- Roblox character or logo topper Optional
Instructions
Baking the Perfect Roblox Base
- Preheat oven to temperature specified in your recipe or on box mix (typically 350°F / 175°C). Grease and flour your cake pan, or line the bottom with parchment paper and grease the sides.1 Your favorite vanilla or yellow cake recipe, 1 box Yellow or vanilla cake mix
- Prepare your chosen cake recipe batter according to instructions, or prepare the box mix batter. If you'd like to add a special touch, you can incorporate a teaspoon of vanilla and chocolate extract for enhanced flavor.1 Your favorite vanilla or yellow cake recipe, 1 box Yellow or vanilla cake mix
- Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for the time specified, or until a wooden skewer/toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire cooling rack. Peel off parchment if used. Allow the cake to cool COMPLETELY before frosting (at least 1-2 hours). This crucial step prevents a melting disaster!
Creating the Perfect Buttercream
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).1 cup Unsalted butter
- Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed until incorporated, then increasing speed slightly. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.3-4 cups Powdered sugar
- Mix in the vanilla extract and salt. Add the milk or cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency. Beat on medium-high for another 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.1-2 teaspoons Vanilla extract, 2-4 tablespoons Milk or cream, 1 pinch Salt, Strawberry extract
- Transfer about 1/4 cup of frosting to a small bowl – set aside for the black details. Add yellow gel food coloring to the main batch of frosting, a little at a time, mixing well until you achieve a vibrant Roblox Noob yellow. Add black gel food coloring to the small bowl of frosting OR use pre-made black icing. Mix until fully black.Yellow gel food coloring, Black gel food coloring
Assembling and Frosting Your Cake
- If your cake has domed significantly, you can carefully level the top with a serrated knife for a flatter surface. Place the cooled cake layer onto your serving plate or cake board.
- Apply a thin layer of the yellow buttercream over the entire cake (top and sides). This traps loose crumbs. Don't worry about perfection here. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to set the crumb coat.
- Apply a thicker, final layer of the yellow buttercream over the crumb coat. Use an offset spatula to smooth the top and sides as neatly as possible. (Tip: Dipping the spatula in hot water and wiping it dry can help achieve a smoother finish).
Creating the Iconic Roblox Character Face
- Fit a piping bag with a small round tip and fill it with the black buttercream. Alternatively, fill a small Ziploc bag and snip a tiny corner off.
- Chill the yellow-frosted cake for another 10-15 minutes to slightly firm up the frosting, making piping easier.
- Lightly sketch the position of the eyes and mouth onto the yellow frosting with a toothpick if desired.
- Carefully pipe two simple oval or slightly rectangular eyes with the black frosting. Pipe the simple, straight horizontal line for the mouth below the eyes.
Notes
- Room Temp Ingredients: Ensure butter and eggs (for cake/frosting) are at room temperature for best results.
- Don't Overmix Cake: Mix cake batter until just combined to keep it tender.
- Cool Cake FULLY: Cannot stress this enough! Patience prevents a frosting disaster.
- Gel Colors Rock: Gel food coloring provides vibrant colors without thinning the frosting too much.
- Practice Piping: If unsure, practice piping lines on a piece of parchment paper first.
- Square vs. Round: A square cake gives a slightly more "blocky" feel, but a round cake works perfectly well as the head!
- Store the cake loosely covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight cake container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days. If your room is very warm, refrigerate, but let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving for best texture.