I love the new trend of naked cakes. They’re not only beautiful to look at but depending on your baker, they can be some of the most delicious desserts you have ever tasted despite the lack of frosting.
How to Make a Naked Cake
I set out to make my own version of the naked cake at my SIL baby shower and it came out pretty good! Today I’m going to give you some steps, tips and tricks to create your own naked cake at home for your next party using, boxed cake and whipped frosting from your local grocery store. Semi-homemade if you will! 
Prepare 2 boxed cakes of your choice in TWO 3×8 inch round pans. ( I entire box with fill one 3×8 pan) Find them here! Make sure that you generously coat the pan in pan release or oil and flour so that it comes out nice and easy!
Once your cakes are cool ( after about 10-15 minutes) Remove them from the pan and carefully wrap them in plastic wrap. Then place them into the freezer for 4-6 hours.Working with frozen cakes is SO much easier, especially when you have a lot of handling and cutting. So do yourself a favor and freeze your cakes friends! 
If your cake didn’t bake evenly then you will need to cut off the top hump with a serrated knife for easy cutting. Feel free to shove the scraps in your face. yum.
The next step is to cut the cake in half. There are all sorts of technically ways to make sure that the cake is even when you are cutting. Some people use toothpicks, while others use the cutting tool from Wilton. I personally just find the middle and cut through making sure I stay somewhat even. That’s the type B in me. Type A’s, you might not want to try this:0) 
Next begin to assemble the cake.Take the bottom of the first cake and set it on a small plate or cardboard mat. Once the cake is in place begin to stack up the cakes using layers or cake and whipped frosting/topping (not cool whip) in between for fluffy and light layers. I picked this tub up in the bakery section at Fry’s. I LOVE this option because sometimes heavy buttercream is too much. This frosting really gives it a heavenly look and it’s really easy to work with.
For the 3 layered cake, make sure the top of the cake is turned over to make the bottom. You want to END your cake with a very flat top, so make sure you save the bottom of the cake for last. Yeah, that was confusing. Read it again or just look at the picture below:0)
Fill it any gaps you see with extra frosting and don’t be afraid to gently maneuver and shift the cake as need to get a nice even look. Instead of covering it with frosting leave the layers exposed. You’ve got yourself a naked cake!
The final touch should come with flowers or any other objects that match the theme of the party. Simply cut foliage or flower stems and arrange them around the cake in a bouquet or cascading type form. Have fun and don’t get to caught up on perfection. 
So there you have it! Naked cake! Let me know if you make one, I would love to see it over on Instagram!
If you’re looking for some essentials here is a list I have on Amazon to help you out!
Jean from Georgia says
March 27, 2015 at 8:13 amI cannot wait to try this cake for Easter lunch. Absolutely beautiful!!
Destiny says
April 2, 2015 at 1:24 pmAwesome! Thanks so much. I cant wait to see it! Send me a picture girl! xoxo Destiny
Amber~FPH says
March 28, 2015 at 6:30 amI am completely smitten with naked cakes! Thanks for sharing your tips. Your cake is so very pretty and I’m certain it was a huge hit.
p.s. I found you via nesting place and you have a new fan! <3
Cindy Lynn says
March 30, 2015 at 6:15 amWhat a beautiful naked cake! Thanks so much for the tutorial! You make it seems doable! 🙂 Found you through The Nester! 🙂
DinnaDiaz says
March 30, 2015 at 8:11 amThis cake is seriously gorgeous!! Love the way your finished it off, it looks divine! Please do tell what the frosting is…
thanks!
Destiny says
April 2, 2015 at 1:23 pmHi! The frosting is a whipped frosting that I got from the grocery store. I found it in the bakery section!
Autumn says
October 24, 2015 at 7:15 pmI’m looking forward to making this cake for a baby shower sprinkle next weekend! I will feature it on the blog and hopefully it turns out as beautiful as yours!
Ja'De says
November 18, 2015 at 8:39 pmOmg I’m swooning over this adorable cake! I can’t believe how easy it looks to make! I’m going to give it a try for thanksgiving!
Crissy Danly says
March 22, 2016 at 7:13 pmHello!! Love the cake! So beautiful! I can’t make for my daughter first birthday. I do have a question though, if I were to buy smaller round pans for her birthday do you think it would still work?
Destiny says
March 24, 2016 at 10:55 pmYES! I actually used smaller rounds on my pecan/ fall naked cake and it worked great! Good luck! Let me see a photo when you are done!!!
pitaa s says
April 14, 2016 at 4:23 pmAre the flowers edible? If not, do you still eat the top layer or is it only for ‘looks’.
Lauren says
April 14, 2016 at 6:18 pmI plan on making a cake like this for a bridal shower… If I make the cake the night before the shower, is the cake ok to freeze overnight… and for the next day after icing it how long should I give myself so the cake is thawed by the time of the party?? Thanks
Destiny says
April 22, 2016 at 9:17 amYes it is. I usually find that the cake is thawing as Im icing. So its very quick!
Claudia Bruemmer says
August 22, 2016 at 4:41 pmBeautiful cake! Great advice. What’s your recipe for the fluffy frosting?
Nolvia says
September 24, 2016 at 4:22 pmSo happy to have found your blog thru Hyms and Verses. So refreshing ideas and yummy food!! Keep up the good work!
Sylvia says
October 9, 2016 at 5:50 pmAre the flowers real and when serving do you remove the top layer that has the flowers on there or just scrape off the flowers?
Heather Pool says
November 4, 2016 at 3:26 pmThis is so helpful! I’m making a cake this sunday for my parent’s anniversary dinner and can’t wait to make use this tutorial!
xo, Heather
Sweety says
March 16, 2017 at 6:50 amI made this cake for Brother’s birthday, and WOW, it was amazing! Thanks for a great recipe!
Capriarch says
March 23, 2017 at 11:22 amHey,
Can you pls give the name of whipped frosting brand that you have used here? Also, how place flowers? Do we place any transparent sheet so that the pesticides or any chemicals on the bouquet don’t pass onto cake?
Rajiv Kumar says
June 21, 2017 at 1:13 amNice article, we will try to make this cake on this Sunday at my brother’s birthday.
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Leigh says
April 22, 2018 at 11:03 pmHow many people would this size cake serve?
Thanks!
Lyndsey says
March 27, 2019 at 6:18 amI am going to try this for my daughter’s confirmation party. I am wondering….can I make it ahead a day or two and then store? Would you recommend storing in the fridge in a tightly sealed container, or would it be best left out of fridge in a container? I just wasn’t sure what was best. This is so beautiful and I can’t wait to try. Thanks for your tips!