Who comes to a gender reveal party?

A gender reveal party is all about celebrating with the people you love. Friends, family, and even coworkers might join the fun. First, invite those closest to you, like parents and siblings. Next, add friends who’ve supported you through your journey. Also, some couples invite neighbors or work buddies. The more, the merrier! Just make sure it feels special and comfortable for you.

At what month should you have a gender reveal party?

Most parents throw a gender reveal party between 18 and 20 weeks of pregnancy. This is when ultrasounds can usually tell the baby’s gender. First, schedule your scan to get the big news. Then, plan your party a week or two later. Also, some people wait longer for extra excitement. The timing is up to you, but the fun is guaranteed!

Who throws you a gender reveal party?

Anyone can throw a gender reveal party! Some parents plan their own, while others let friends or family handle it. First, decide who enjoys party planning. Next, figure out who will keep the gender a secret until the reveal. Also, some couples ask a sibling or best friend to organize everything. No matter who throws it, the celebration will be unforgettable!

How much should I charge for a gender reveal cake?

The price of a gender reveal cake depends on size, design, and ingredients. First, consider how detailed the decoration is. Next, think about the cake’s size—larger cakes cost more. Also, factor in special requests like custom colors or fillings. On average, homemade cakes range from $40 to $100. If it’s super fancy, you can charge even more. Keep it fair, and make it fun!

Gender Reveal Cake

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk
Gel food coloring (pink or blue)

For the Buttercream Frosting:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Decorations:

Sprinkles, edible glitter, or themed cake toppers

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients – In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream butter and sugar – In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes). Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Alternate adding flour and milk – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
Add the secret color – Remove 1/3 of the batter into a separate bowl and mix in a few drops of pink or blue food coloring. Pour the colored batter into the center of one of the cake pans. Swirl lightly with a toothpick.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool completely before frosting.
Make the frosting – Beat butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
Assemble and decorate – Spread frosting between layers and over the entire cake. Decorate with sprinkles or themed decorations.
Slice and reveal – Cut into the cake to reveal the surprise pink or blue inside!

Notes

Make Ahead: Bake the cake layers in advance and freeze them for up to a week. Frost before serving.
Dairy-Free Option: Use almond milk and dairy-free butter.
Fun Twist: Instead of coloring the cake, hide pink or blue candy inside for a surprise burst when sliced!

Enjoy making this Gender Reveal Cake, and have fun celebrating your special moment!

Author: Nina
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g