Below, I detail my steps and provided links to the tools and supplies I used to make this DIY Pyramid themed cake. I am not a professional baker and this was for personal use only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Greek column silicone molds, Pyramid mold<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fondant: Gold, Ivory (instead of pure white), Red<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Modeling chocolate – Red and Ivory<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red candy Melts<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Edible food paint, food pens, food paint brushes<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red Pyramid Cake<\/strong> \u2013 Base Tier<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe lower cake was 3 thick layers to get the height for the panels. The overall design include painted fondant panels for each side and fondant columns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1st: Draw the Scenes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nI sketched four scenes based on key parts of the story my daughter described. I do review various ideas from the Internet, but I did not directly print images (food ink printers exist, but I don\u2019t have one). Every piece I sketched out myself and then painted onto fondant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Main Characters<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nScroll of Ra<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nMain Gods<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nEating of Soul<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n2nd: Create a Parchment Tracing<\/strong> & Outline<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nNext I traced the outlines onto parchment paper. Once done, overlaid it onto a 1\/8\u2033 thick 3\u2033 x 5\u2033 rectangle of fondant. Using a fondant stick tool with a pointed end (looks like stylus) I traced the lines over the parchment pressing into the fondant. I pressed firmly but carefully to not puncture the paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Using a very fine brush, I painted the outlines in a light color food paint. I referenced my original drawings to make sure I got the shapes right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3rd: Paint character shapes, then fill in details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThere were a lot of characters all intertwined, so I carefully worked up each character, positions. I focused on color groups from light to dark. It is easier to paint over a light color if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once the characters were roughly taking shape, I went back over with finer details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4th: Paint backdrops<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThese images weren\u2019t heavy with background, so I just added bits to it last. I used Ivory fondant for a softer look. Then added bits of brown around edges to age it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5th: Let panels dry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOnce panels were done and dried, I stored them in an airtight container, flat so they wouldn\u2019t crack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6th: Build and Cover Cake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nI usually make the cakes well ahead and keep them frozen prior to decorating. This was a 3-layer cake with decent amount of frosting between layers to build up the height.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I did a standard even crumb coat and then a basic ivory fondant overlay. I covered up most of this fondant, so I wasn\u2019t super focused on making everything neat as a pin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
7th: Glue Panels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOnce the cake was covered in fondant, I made sure everything was still firm. This was in August, so I regularly put it back in the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I \u201cglued\u201d the panels on with just a bit of water. But you can also use an edible adhesive or royal icing if they are being troublesome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
9th: Add Edging & Columns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe upper tier sits right on top of the bottom tier, so there isn\u2019t room to really pipe edging out of frosting. So I cut strips of the gold fondant to edge the top and bottom of the panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then I used a Greek column mold to create gold fondant columns (Egyptians also used columns though a bit different). I attached while the fondant was still soft so the columns are flexible. Then I bent them around corners to cover gap around the edges of the panels. You could use modeling chocolate as well or a blend so it\u2019s not too soft. They do warp a bit and the gold fondant was very soft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
10th: Add Cake Supports<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTo hold up the next large and heavy layer, I put in 4\u2033 lollipop sticks throughout the bottom tier. Otherwise it would collapse on itself from the weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red Pyramid Cake \u2013 Top Tier<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1st: Make Pyramid Candy Topper<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nInstead of doing the whole cake as a pyramid, I opted to get a pyramid mold and use red candy melts to do the capstone of the pyramid. There is also part of the story where they are trying to keep a capstone from getting in place, so having it look a separate was purposeful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having a molded pyramid shape helped me greatly in achieving the proportions for the rest of the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n2nd: Build Cake Pyramid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe top cake was several layers of spice cake with maple buttercream frosting cut into the shape of a pyramid. I planned on using molded candy melts for the very top, so I worked on building the pyramid from below that point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is done through careful measurement and slowly cutting away each sit. Using the molded candy pyramid at the top, I could use a ruler make sure my angles were lining up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3rd: Cover the cake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nBecause of the shape, I did four red fondant panels with overage, so they could drape over each other a bit. Then pinched them together and worked to smooth out the bumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4th: Create Bricks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nUsing a thin plastic ruler, I indented to create horizontals line that connected across each side of the cake. Then I went in with a wedge to make alternative vertical line to get the brick shapes. To create some more depth and definition, I made a blue\/black food color wash and painted around the cracks of the bricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5th: Make the Snake<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nA lot of modeling chocolate went into making this snake. I actually ran out of the red, which is why the face ended up being white, but I think that look actually helped bring out more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Though I tend to keep things as edible as possible, at least the outside was. I used aluminum foil to build out a base model for the snake body. This helped me size it correctly and gave it some form as I wanted it to sit up. I then coated it in a thick layer of red modeling chocolate so not foil was exposed. I could then wrap it around the base of the cake, using toothpick to keep it in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once in general position, I then started adding modeling chocolate up for the head. I used white modeling chocolate to build up the face area. Then covered with a cobra hood of red.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nFor the teeth, I use toothpicks covered in white modeling chocolate. This allowed a thicker build toward the mouth and nice points at the tips (without bending). Eyes were bits of yellow fondant with a black food pen for the iris slits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To create scale textures, I used a small knife and made criss cross hash marks along the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6th: Make Ancient Egyptian Symbols<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWith Apophis head would be upright on the front of the cake, I placed golden symbols on the other 3 sides. These included the Ankh, Eye of Horus, and Symbol of Isis. I drew them on paper first to get the size right. Then made a parchment pattern to help outline the tracing. It took careful cutting with a sharp Exacto knife and some smoothing tools to get these into good shape. I let these set up for a bit to harden before affixing to the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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8th: Assemble the Tiers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAt the final cake destination, I place the bottom tier on the cake tray. Then I directly added the other tier right on top. I made some snake adjustments. Then glued on the golden Egyptian symbols in the center of the other pyramid panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally I added birthday candles in the only spot they would fit. I honestly didn\u2019t plan that part very well, but we made it work.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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I sketched four scenes based on key parts of the story my daughter described. I do review various ideas from the Internet, but I did not directly print images (food ink printers exist, but I don\u2019t have one). Every piece I sketched out myself and then painted onto fondant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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2nd: Create a Parchment Tracing<\/strong> & Outline<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nNext I traced the outlines onto parchment paper. Once done, overlaid it onto a 1\/8\u2033 thick 3\u2033 x 5\u2033 rectangle of fondant. Using a fondant stick tool with a pointed end (looks like stylus) I traced the lines over the parchment pressing into the fondant. I pressed firmly but carefully to not puncture the paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Using a very fine brush, I painted the outlines in a light color food paint. I referenced my original drawings to make sure I got the shapes right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3rd: Paint character shapes, then fill in details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThere were a lot of characters all intertwined, so I carefully worked up each character, positions. I focused on color groups from light to dark. It is easier to paint over a light color if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once the characters were roughly taking shape, I went back over with finer details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4th: Paint backdrops<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThese images weren\u2019t heavy with background, so I just added bits to it last. I used Ivory fondant for a softer look. Then added bits of brown around edges to age it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5th: Let panels dry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOnce panels were done and dried, I stored them in an airtight container, flat so they wouldn\u2019t crack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6th: Build and Cover Cake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nI usually make the cakes well ahead and keep them frozen prior to decorating. This was a 3-layer cake with decent amount of frosting between layers to build up the height.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I did a standard even crumb coat and then a basic ivory fondant overlay. I covered up most of this fondant, so I wasn\u2019t super focused on making everything neat as a pin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
7th: Glue Panels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOnce the cake was covered in fondant, I made sure everything was still firm. This was in August, so I regularly put it back in the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I \u201cglued\u201d the panels on with just a bit of water. But you can also use an edible adhesive or royal icing if they are being troublesome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
9th: Add Edging & Columns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe upper tier sits right on top of the bottom tier, so there isn\u2019t room to really pipe edging out of frosting. So I cut strips of the gold fondant to edge the top and bottom of the panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then I used a Greek column mold to create gold fondant columns (Egyptians also used columns though a bit different). I attached while the fondant was still soft so the columns are flexible. Then I bent them around corners to cover gap around the edges of the panels. You could use modeling chocolate as well or a blend so it\u2019s not too soft. They do warp a bit and the gold fondant was very soft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
10th: Add Cake Supports<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTo hold up the next large and heavy layer, I put in 4\u2033 lollipop sticks throughout the bottom tier. Otherwise it would collapse on itself from the weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red Pyramid Cake \u2013 Top Tier<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1st: Make Pyramid Candy Topper<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nInstead of doing the whole cake as a pyramid, I opted to get a pyramid mold and use red candy melts to do the capstone of the pyramid. There is also part of the story where they are trying to keep a capstone from getting in place, so having it look a separate was purposeful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having a molded pyramid shape helped me greatly in achieving the proportions for the rest of the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n2nd: Build Cake Pyramid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe top cake was several layers of spice cake with maple buttercream frosting cut into the shape of a pyramid. I planned on using molded candy melts for the very top, so I worked on building the pyramid from below that point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is done through careful measurement and slowly cutting away each sit. Using the molded candy pyramid at the top, I could use a ruler make sure my angles were lining up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3rd: Cover the cake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nBecause of the shape, I did four red fondant panels with overage, so they could drape over each other a bit. Then pinched them together and worked to smooth out the bumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4th: Create Bricks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nUsing a thin plastic ruler, I indented to create horizontals line that connected across each side of the cake. Then I went in with a wedge to make alternative vertical line to get the brick shapes. To create some more depth and definition, I made a blue\/black food color wash and painted around the cracks of the bricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5th: Make the Snake<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nA lot of modeling chocolate went into making this snake. I actually ran out of the red, which is why the face ended up being white, but I think that look actually helped bring out more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Though I tend to keep things as edible as possible, at least the outside was. I used aluminum foil to build out a base model for the snake body. This helped me size it correctly and gave it some form as I wanted it to sit up. I then coated it in a thick layer of red modeling chocolate so not foil was exposed. I could then wrap it around the base of the cake, using toothpick to keep it in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once in general position, I then started adding modeling chocolate up for the head. I used white modeling chocolate to build up the face area. Then covered with a cobra hood of red.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nFor the teeth, I use toothpicks covered in white modeling chocolate. This allowed a thicker build toward the mouth and nice points at the tips (without bending). Eyes were bits of yellow fondant with a black food pen for the iris slits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To create scale textures, I used a small knife and made criss cross hash marks along the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6th: Make Ancient Egyptian Symbols<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWith Apophis head would be upright on the front of the cake, I placed golden symbols on the other 3 sides. These included the Ankh, Eye of Horus, and Symbol of Isis. I drew them on paper first to get the size right. Then made a parchment pattern to help outline the tracing. It took careful cutting with a sharp Exacto knife and some smoothing tools to get these into good shape. I let these set up for a bit to harden before affixing to the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n7th: Travel Set Up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf I am going to another place with the cake, I do not fully assembly util there. This lets me box up the two cake tiers seperately and not worry something is going to fall over or off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
8th: Assemble the Tiers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAt the final cake destination, I place the bottom tier on the cake tray. Then I directly added the other tier right on top. I made some snake adjustments. Then glued on the golden Egyptian symbols in the center of the other pyramid panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally I added birthday candles in the only spot they would fit. I honestly didn\u2019t plan that part very well, but we made it work.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
A two-tiered sculptural birthday cake, based on a fantasy trilogy my daughter loves. Featuring a large red pyramid being encircled by the snake Apophis. Plus lots of Egyptian imagery in the hand-painted panels. My kiddo is a huge fan of all Rick Riordan books which cover all sorts of mythologies from various cultures. I\u2019ve also make …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6819,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"template-3-no-sidebar.php","format":"standard","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"loftocean_post_primary_category":480,"loftocean_post_format_gallery":"","loftocean_post_format_gallery_ids":"","loftocean_post_format_gallery_urls":"","loftocean_post_format_video_id":0,"loftocean_post_format_video_url":"","loftocean_post_format_video_type":"","loftocean_post_format_video":"","loftocean_post_format_audio_type":"","loftocean_post_format_audio_url":"","loftocean_post_format_audio_id":0,"loftocean_post_format_audio":"","loftocean-featured-post":"","loftocean-like-count":0,"loftocean-view-count":13,"tinysalt_single_post_intro_label":"","tinysalt_single_post_intro_description":"","tinysalt_hide_post_featured_image":"","tinysalt_post_featured_media_position":"","tinysalt_single_site_header_source":"","tinysalt_single_custom_site_header":"0","tinysalt_single_custom_sticky_site_header":"0","tinysalt_single_custom_sticky_site_header_style":"sticky-scroll-up","tinysalt_single_site_footer_source":"","tinysalt_single_custom_site_footer":"0","footnotes":""},"categories":[480],"tags":[483,481,485,482,484],"class_list":["post-6818","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cakes","tag-birthday","tag-cake","tag-egypt","tag-food-art","tag-pyramid"],"yoast_head":"\n
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There were a lot of characters all intertwined, so I carefully worked up each character, positions. I focused on color groups from light to dark. It is easier to paint over a light color if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once the characters were roughly taking shape, I went back over with finer details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4th: Paint backdrops<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThese images weren\u2019t heavy with background, so I just added bits to it last. I used Ivory fondant for a softer look. Then added bits of brown around edges to age it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5th: Let panels dry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOnce panels were done and dried, I stored them in an airtight container, flat so they wouldn\u2019t crack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6th: Build and Cover Cake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nI usually make the cakes well ahead and keep them frozen prior to decorating. This was a 3-layer cake with decent amount of frosting between layers to build up the height.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I did a standard even crumb coat and then a basic ivory fondant overlay. I covered up most of this fondant, so I wasn\u2019t super focused on making everything neat as a pin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
7th: Glue Panels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOnce the cake was covered in fondant, I made sure everything was still firm. This was in August, so I regularly put it back in the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I \u201cglued\u201d the panels on with just a bit of water. But you can also use an edible adhesive or royal icing if they are being troublesome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
9th: Add Edging & Columns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe upper tier sits right on top of the bottom tier, so there isn\u2019t room to really pipe edging out of frosting. So I cut strips of the gold fondant to edge the top and bottom of the panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then I used a Greek column mold to create gold fondant columns (Egyptians also used columns though a bit different). I attached while the fondant was still soft so the columns are flexible. Then I bent them around corners to cover gap around the edges of the panels. You could use modeling chocolate as well or a blend so it\u2019s not too soft. They do warp a bit and the gold fondant was very soft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
10th: Add Cake Supports<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTo hold up the next large and heavy layer, I put in 4\u2033 lollipop sticks throughout the bottom tier. Otherwise it would collapse on itself from the weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red Pyramid Cake \u2013 Top Tier<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1st: Make Pyramid Candy Topper<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nInstead of doing the whole cake as a pyramid, I opted to get a pyramid mold and use red candy melts to do the capstone of the pyramid. There is also part of the story where they are trying to keep a capstone from getting in place, so having it look a separate was purposeful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having a molded pyramid shape helped me greatly in achieving the proportions for the rest of the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n2nd: Build Cake Pyramid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe top cake was several layers of spice cake with maple buttercream frosting cut into the shape of a pyramid. I planned on using molded candy melts for the very top, so I worked on building the pyramid from below that point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is done through careful measurement and slowly cutting away each sit. Using the molded candy pyramid at the top, I could use a ruler make sure my angles were lining up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3rd: Cover the cake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nBecause of the shape, I did four red fondant panels with overage, so they could drape over each other a bit. Then pinched them together and worked to smooth out the bumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4th: Create Bricks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nUsing a thin plastic ruler, I indented to create horizontals line that connected across each side of the cake. Then I went in with a wedge to make alternative vertical line to get the brick shapes. To create some more depth and definition, I made a blue\/black food color wash and painted around the cracks of the bricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5th: Make the Snake<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nA lot of modeling chocolate went into making this snake. I actually ran out of the red, which is why the face ended up being white, but I think that look actually helped bring out more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Though I tend to keep things as edible as possible, at least the outside was. I used aluminum foil to build out a base model for the snake body. This helped me size it correctly and gave it some form as I wanted it to sit up. I then coated it in a thick layer of red modeling chocolate so not foil was exposed. I could then wrap it around the base of the cake, using toothpick to keep it in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once in general position, I then started adding modeling chocolate up for the head. I used white modeling chocolate to build up the face area. Then covered with a cobra hood of red.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nFor the teeth, I use toothpicks covered in white modeling chocolate. This allowed a thicker build toward the mouth and nice points at the tips (without bending). Eyes were bits of yellow fondant with a black food pen for the iris slits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To create scale textures, I used a small knife and made criss cross hash marks along the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6th: Make Ancient Egyptian Symbols<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWith Apophis head would be upright on the front of the cake, I placed golden symbols on the other 3 sides. These included the Ankh, Eye of Horus, and Symbol of Isis. I drew them on paper first to get the size right. Then made a parchment pattern to help outline the tracing. It took careful cutting with a sharp Exacto knife and some smoothing tools to get these into good shape. I let these set up for a bit to harden before affixing to the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n7th: Travel Set Up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf I am going to another place with the cake, I do not fully assembly util there. This lets me box up the two cake tiers seperately and not worry something is going to fall over or off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
8th: Assemble the Tiers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAt the final cake destination, I place the bottom tier on the cake tray. Then I directly added the other tier right on top. I made some snake adjustments. Then glued on the golden Egyptian symbols in the center of the other pyramid panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally I added birthday candles in the only spot they would fit. I honestly didn\u2019t plan that part very well, but we made it work.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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Once panels were done and dried, I stored them in an airtight container, flat so they wouldn\u2019t crack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6th: Build and Cover Cake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nI usually make the cakes well ahead and keep them frozen prior to decorating. This was a 3-layer cake with decent amount of frosting between layers to build up the height.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I did a standard even crumb coat and then a basic ivory fondant overlay. I covered up most of this fondant, so I wasn\u2019t super focused on making everything neat as a pin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
7th: Glue Panels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOnce the cake was covered in fondant, I made sure everything was still firm. This was in August, so I regularly put it back in the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I \u201cglued\u201d the panels on with just a bit of water. But you can also use an edible adhesive or royal icing if they are being troublesome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
9th: Add Edging & Columns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe upper tier sits right on top of the bottom tier, so there isn\u2019t room to really pipe edging out of frosting. So I cut strips of the gold fondant to edge the top and bottom of the panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then I used a Greek column mold to create gold fondant columns (Egyptians also used columns though a bit different). I attached while the fondant was still soft so the columns are flexible. Then I bent them around corners to cover gap around the edges of the panels. You could use modeling chocolate as well or a blend so it\u2019s not too soft. They do warp a bit and the gold fondant was very soft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
10th: Add Cake Supports<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTo hold up the next large and heavy layer, I put in 4\u2033 lollipop sticks throughout the bottom tier. Otherwise it would collapse on itself from the weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red Pyramid Cake \u2013 Top Tier<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1st: Make Pyramid Candy Topper<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nInstead of doing the whole cake as a pyramid, I opted to get a pyramid mold and use red candy melts to do the capstone of the pyramid. There is also part of the story where they are trying to keep a capstone from getting in place, so having it look a separate was purposeful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having a molded pyramid shape helped me greatly in achieving the proportions for the rest of the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n2nd: Build Cake Pyramid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe top cake was several layers of spice cake with maple buttercream frosting cut into the shape of a pyramid. I planned on using molded candy melts for the very top, so I worked on building the pyramid from below that point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is done through careful measurement and slowly cutting away each sit. Using the molded candy pyramid at the top, I could use a ruler make sure my angles were lining up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3rd: Cover the cake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nBecause of the shape, I did four red fondant panels with overage, so they could drape over each other a bit. Then pinched them together and worked to smooth out the bumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4th: Create Bricks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nUsing a thin plastic ruler, I indented to create horizontals line that connected across each side of the cake. Then I went in with a wedge to make alternative vertical line to get the brick shapes. To create some more depth and definition, I made a blue\/black food color wash and painted around the cracks of the bricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5th: Make the Snake<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nA lot of modeling chocolate went into making this snake. I actually ran out of the red, which is why the face ended up being white, but I think that look actually helped bring out more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Though I tend to keep things as edible as possible, at least the outside was. I used aluminum foil to build out a base model for the snake body. This helped me size it correctly and gave it some form as I wanted it to sit up. I then coated it in a thick layer of red modeling chocolate so not foil was exposed. I could then wrap it around the base of the cake, using toothpick to keep it in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once in general position, I then started adding modeling chocolate up for the head. I used white modeling chocolate to build up the face area. Then covered with a cobra hood of red.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nFor the teeth, I use toothpicks covered in white modeling chocolate. This allowed a thicker build toward the mouth and nice points at the tips (without bending). Eyes were bits of yellow fondant with a black food pen for the iris slits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To create scale textures, I used a small knife and made criss cross hash marks along the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6th: Make Ancient Egyptian Symbols<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWith Apophis head would be upright on the front of the cake, I placed golden symbols on the other 3 sides. These included the Ankh, Eye of Horus, and Symbol of Isis. I drew them on paper first to get the size right. Then made a parchment pattern to help outline the tracing. It took careful cutting with a sharp Exacto knife and some smoothing tools to get these into good shape. I let these set up for a bit to harden before affixing to the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n7th: Travel Set Up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf I am going to another place with the cake, I do not fully assembly util there. This lets me box up the two cake tiers seperately and not worry something is going to fall over or off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
8th: Assemble the Tiers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAt the final cake destination, I place the bottom tier on the cake tray. Then I directly added the other tier right on top. I made some snake adjustments. Then glued on the golden Egyptian symbols in the center of the other pyramid panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally I added birthday candles in the only spot they would fit. I honestly didn\u2019t plan that part very well, but we made it work.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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Once the cake was covered in fondant, I made sure everything was still firm. This was in August, so I regularly put it back in the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I \u201cglued\u201d the panels on with just a bit of water. But you can also use an edible adhesive or royal icing if they are being troublesome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
9th: Add Edging & Columns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe upper tier sits right on top of the bottom tier, so there isn\u2019t room to really pipe edging out of frosting. So I cut strips of the gold fondant to edge the top and bottom of the panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then I used a Greek column mold to create gold fondant columns (Egyptians also used columns though a bit different). I attached while the fondant was still soft so the columns are flexible. Then I bent them around corners to cover gap around the edges of the panels. You could use modeling chocolate as well or a blend so it\u2019s not too soft. They do warp a bit and the gold fondant was very soft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
10th: Add Cake Supports<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTo hold up the next large and heavy layer, I put in 4\u2033 lollipop sticks throughout the bottom tier. Otherwise it would collapse on itself from the weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red Pyramid Cake \u2013 Top Tier<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1st: Make Pyramid Candy Topper<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nInstead of doing the whole cake as a pyramid, I opted to get a pyramid mold and use red candy melts to do the capstone of the pyramid. There is also part of the story where they are trying to keep a capstone from getting in place, so having it look a separate was purposeful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having a molded pyramid shape helped me greatly in achieving the proportions for the rest of the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n2nd: Build Cake Pyramid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe top cake was several layers of spice cake with maple buttercream frosting cut into the shape of a pyramid. I planned on using molded candy melts for the very top, so I worked on building the pyramid from below that point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is done through careful measurement and slowly cutting away each sit. Using the molded candy pyramid at the top, I could use a ruler make sure my angles were lining up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3rd: Cover the cake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nBecause of the shape, I did four red fondant panels with overage, so they could drape over each other a bit. Then pinched them together and worked to smooth out the bumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4th: Create Bricks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nUsing a thin plastic ruler, I indented to create horizontals line that connected across each side of the cake. Then I went in with a wedge to make alternative vertical line to get the brick shapes. To create some more depth and definition, I made a blue\/black food color wash and painted around the cracks of the bricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5th: Make the Snake<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nA lot of modeling chocolate went into making this snake. I actually ran out of the red, which is why the face ended up being white, but I think that look actually helped bring out more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Though I tend to keep things as edible as possible, at least the outside was. I used aluminum foil to build out a base model for the snake body. This helped me size it correctly and gave it some form as I wanted it to sit up. I then coated it in a thick layer of red modeling chocolate so not foil was exposed. I could then wrap it around the base of the cake, using toothpick to keep it in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once in general position, I then started adding modeling chocolate up for the head. I used white modeling chocolate to build up the face area. Then covered with a cobra hood of red.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nFor the teeth, I use toothpicks covered in white modeling chocolate. This allowed a thicker build toward the mouth and nice points at the tips (without bending). Eyes were bits of yellow fondant with a black food pen for the iris slits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To create scale textures, I used a small knife and made criss cross hash marks along the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6th: Make Ancient Egyptian Symbols<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWith Apophis head would be upright on the front of the cake, I placed golden symbols on the other 3 sides. These included the Ankh, Eye of Horus, and Symbol of Isis. I drew them on paper first to get the size right. Then made a parchment pattern to help outline the tracing. It took careful cutting with a sharp Exacto knife and some smoothing tools to get these into good shape. I let these set up for a bit to harden before affixing to the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n7th: Travel Set Up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf I am going to another place with the cake, I do not fully assembly util there. This lets me box up the two cake tiers seperately and not worry something is going to fall over or off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
8th: Assemble the Tiers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAt the final cake destination, I place the bottom tier on the cake tray. Then I directly added the other tier right on top. I made some snake adjustments. Then glued on the golden Egyptian symbols in the center of the other pyramid panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally I added birthday candles in the only spot they would fit. I honestly didn\u2019t plan that part very well, but we made it work.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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To hold up the next large and heavy layer, I put in 4\u2033 lollipop sticks throughout the bottom tier. Otherwise it would collapse on itself from the weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red Pyramid Cake \u2013 Top Tier<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1st: Make Pyramid Candy Topper<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nInstead of doing the whole cake as a pyramid, I opted to get a pyramid mold and use red candy melts to do the capstone of the pyramid. There is also part of the story where they are trying to keep a capstone from getting in place, so having it look a separate was purposeful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having a molded pyramid shape helped me greatly in achieving the proportions for the rest of the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n2nd: Build Cake Pyramid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe top cake was several layers of spice cake with maple buttercream frosting cut into the shape of a pyramid. I planned on using molded candy melts for the very top, so I worked on building the pyramid from below that point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is done through careful measurement and slowly cutting away each sit. Using the molded candy pyramid at the top, I could use a ruler make sure my angles were lining up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3rd: Cover the cake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nBecause of the shape, I did four red fondant panels with overage, so they could drape over each other a bit. Then pinched them together and worked to smooth out the bumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4th: Create Bricks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nUsing a thin plastic ruler, I indented to create horizontals line that connected across each side of the cake. Then I went in with a wedge to make alternative vertical line to get the brick shapes. To create some more depth and definition, I made a blue\/black food color wash and painted around the cracks of the bricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5th: Make the Snake<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nA lot of modeling chocolate went into making this snake. I actually ran out of the red, which is why the face ended up being white, but I think that look actually helped bring out more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Though I tend to keep things as edible as possible, at least the outside was. I used aluminum foil to build out a base model for the snake body. This helped me size it correctly and gave it some form as I wanted it to sit up. I then coated it in a thick layer of red modeling chocolate so not foil was exposed. I could then wrap it around the base of the cake, using toothpick to keep it in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once in general position, I then started adding modeling chocolate up for the head. I used white modeling chocolate to build up the face area. Then covered with a cobra hood of red.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nFor the teeth, I use toothpicks covered in white modeling chocolate. This allowed a thicker build toward the mouth and nice points at the tips (without bending). Eyes were bits of yellow fondant with a black food pen for the iris slits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To create scale textures, I used a small knife and made criss cross hash marks along the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6th: Make Ancient Egyptian Symbols<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWith Apophis head would be upright on the front of the cake, I placed golden symbols on the other 3 sides. These included the Ankh, Eye of Horus, and Symbol of Isis. I drew them on paper first to get the size right. Then made a parchment pattern to help outline the tracing. It took careful cutting with a sharp Exacto knife and some smoothing tools to get these into good shape. I let these set up for a bit to harden before affixing to the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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8th: Assemble the Tiers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAt the final cake destination, I place the bottom tier on the cake tray. Then I directly added the other tier right on top. I made some snake adjustments. Then glued on the golden Egyptian symbols in the center of the other pyramid panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Instead of doing the whole cake as a pyramid, I opted to get a pyramid mold and use red candy melts to do the capstone of the pyramid. There is also part of the story where they are trying to keep a capstone from getting in place, so having it look a separate was purposeful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having a molded pyramid shape helped me greatly in achieving the proportions for the rest of the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The top cake was several layers of spice cake with maple buttercream frosting cut into the shape of a pyramid. I planned on using molded candy melts for the very top, so I worked on building the pyramid from below that point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is done through careful measurement and slowly cutting away each sit. Using the molded candy pyramid at the top, I could use a ruler make sure my angles were lining up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Because of the shape, I did four red fondant panels with overage, so they could drape over each other a bit. Then pinched them together and worked to smooth out the bumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Using a thin plastic ruler, I indented to create horizontals line that connected across each side of the cake. Then I went in with a wedge to make alternative vertical line to get the brick shapes. To create some more depth and definition, I made a blue\/black food color wash and painted around the cracks of the bricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A lot of modeling chocolate went into making this snake. I actually ran out of the red, which is why the face ended up being white, but I think that look actually helped bring out more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Though I tend to keep things as edible as possible, at least the outside was. I used aluminum foil to build out a base model for the snake body. This helped me size it correctly and gave it some form as I wanted it to sit up. I then coated it in a thick layer of red modeling chocolate so not foil was exposed. I could then wrap it around the base of the cake, using toothpick to keep it in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once in general position, I then started adding modeling chocolate up for the head. I used white modeling chocolate to build up the face area. 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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n2nd: Build Cake Pyramid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3rd: Cover the cake<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4th: Create Bricks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
5th: Make the Snake<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n7th: Travel Set Up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
8th: Assemble the Tiers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n