FNAF-Themed Tiered Cake
- tastewithoutaface
- May 22
- 3 min read
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Ready to level up your party with a jaw-dropping FNAF-themed tiered cake? This spooky and fun Five Nights at Freddy’s cake recipe is perfect for birthday parties, Halloween celebrations, or game night events! Featuring layers of rich chocolate cake, colorful buttercream, and fondant decorations inspired by Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, and Foxy, this showstopper is sure to wow any fan of the iconic horror game. Whether you’re planning a FNAF birthday party, looking for game-themed dessert ideas, or want to try your hand at a character cake design, this guide has everything you need to bake like a pro.
Serves: 20–25 | Skill Level: Intermediate | Total Time: 5–6 hours
🍫 Chocolate Cake Base (for each tier – triple for 3 tiers)
2½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2½ tsp baking powder
1½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened (or vegan butter)
2 cups granulated sugar
4 eggs
1½ tsp vanilla extract
1½ cups buttermilk (or almond milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)
🧁 Colored Buttercream Frosting
2 cups unsalted butter, room temp
6 cups powdered sugar
¼ cup heavy cream or plant milk
2 tsp vanilla extract
Gel food coloring: brown (Freddy), yellow (Chica), red (Foxy), purple (Bonnie), white & black for eyes/mouths
🎨 Fondant Decorations
Pre-made white fondant (store-bought or homemade)
Gel food colors to tint sections for each character
Edible black pen or melted chocolate for detailing eyes, buttons, and facial features
Cake dowels and boards for stacking
🧁 Ingredient Alternatives
Vegan: Use egg replacer or flax eggs, vegan butter, and dairy-free milk
Gluten-Free: Substitute with 1:1 GF baking flour
Low-Sugar: Use monk fruit sweetener and reduce powdered sugar in frosting
Step 1: Bake the Cake Layers
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line pans (6", 8", 10").
Mix dry ingredients in one bowl. Cream butter and sugar in another until fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk until smooth.
Divide batter into pans. Bake 30–40 minutes. Cool completely.
Tip Alert: Chill cakes before stacking to prevent sliding
Step 2: Make the Frosting
Beat butter until pale and fluffy.
Slowly mix in powdered sugar. Add vanilla and cream to reach spreadable consistency.
Divide and color frosting into 4 parts: brown (Freddy), yellow (Chica), red (Foxy), purple (Bonnie).
Step 3: Assemble and Frost the Tiers
Level cake layers and fill with frosting.
Crumb coat each tier with matching character color. Chill for 30 min.
Apply smooth final coat with a bench scraper.
Tip Alert: Use matching character-themed cake boards or toppers for extra flair
Step 4: Decorate the Cake
Use fondant to create facial features: ears, eyes, mouths, and hats.
Use piping or fondant shapes to replicate each animatronic’s expression.
Stack tiers with cake dowels and cardboard circles between each layer.
Tip Alert: Use toothpicks to secure fondant ears or large features and use edible gel pens for easier eye detailing.
🥤 Fun FNAF-Inspired Beverage Pairings
Freddy's Chocolate Milkshake: Chocolate milk + whipped cream + sprinkles
Chica’s Lemonade Fizz: Sparkling lemonade + orange slices
Bonnie’s Berry Blast: Blueberry smoothie with purple yogurt swirls
Foxy’s Spicy Cherry Soda: Cherry soda + a splash of cinnamon syrup
This Five Nights at Freddy’s cake is more than just a dessert—it’s the centerpiece of your ultimate FNAF party theme! With custom character designs, delicious layers, and endless decorating potential, it’s one of the best DIY gamer cake recipes to impress your guests. Don’t forget to pair it with our FNAF-inspired drinks for the full experience! Bookmark this page, pin it to your party cake ideas board, and be sure to explore more of our character cake tutorials, video game dessert recipes, and creative tiered cake ideas for your next unforgettable event.
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