Gravity-Defying Ramen Cake

This illusion cake starts with a half-sphere chiffon cake, filled and coated with Swiss meringue buttercream. A wooden dowel is inserted through the center for support. 

To create the floating chopsticks effect, a hole is cut sideways in a boba straw, and the chopsticks are inserted through the straw so they stay positioned with an angle. The straw is then placed over the dowel to hold everything in place.

The bowl, noodles, and condiments are all handcrafted from fondant, completing this playful, gravity-defying dessert!