Our contributors, Mary and Brenda Maher of Cakegirls, are back with a new tutorial! When Valentine's Day approaches, we're all looking for the perfect romantic gesture to show our deepest affection. Sometimes a delicious box of treats is the right touch, other times it's a bouquet of blooming roses. But this year, the perfect gesture is the clever marriage of the two...Cake Pop Roses. These sweet little bite size flowers are a great way to use your cake making talents to say "I love you" ... Continue Reading
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DIY Baby Rattle Cake Pops
Our contributors, Mary and Brenda Maher of Cakegirls, are back with a new DIY today! Join us as they share a new cake project with a step-by-step tutorial. I love making cake pops. There's just something about cute little desserts on a stick that can't be beat. So, when I was enlisted to bring the desserts to a girlfriend's baby shower, it was just a matter of deciding what kind of baby themed cake pops to create. Well, this was not your average rubber ducky themed baby shower and it ... Continue Reading
Red Carpet Tuxedo Cake Pops
It's time to roll out the Red Carpet and settle in with your besties. On Sunday night, the glitz and the glam of the the Academy Awards returns. The fashion will be fabulous as the stars shine on Hollywood's biggest night. And today we have a recipe to help make your Oscar Night fabulous, right there at home. Just like Hollywood's starlets, you'll be surrounded by a sea of handsome tuxedos as the winners are announced. Granted, these tuxedos will not be on the likes of Bradley Cooper and ... Continue Reading
Donut Cake Pops
Okay, what's not to love about today's featured cake goodness? It combines so many fun trends into one little bite of sweetness. It's got cake + a stick + the charm of a donut.... Oh my! I'm not sure if it gets more adorable than this? Created by Molly Bakes and featured in her new book, Crazy for Cake Pops, you're going to love these incredibly cute Donut Cake Pops! Donut Cake Pops makes 20 pops Supplies: 20 medium cake balls, chilled 1 (12-ounce) bag light brown candy ... Continue Reading
10 Mexican Embroidery Cakes
Embroidery is everywhere right now from super cute tops like this one (love) to skirts, pillows, sheets and shoes (double love). And yes, even cakes! In honor of Cinco de Mayo, I thought we'd take a look at some of my favorite embroidered cakes right now, all of which were inspired by traditional Mexican textiles. While the patterns are graphic and modern, they are also filled with history as traditional Mexican embroidery represents the culture and identity of its indigenous people -- even ... Continue Reading
10 Ice Cream Inspired Cakes
Today is National Ice Cream Day! If there's one thing we love as much as cake around here, it's ice cream! Because cake and ice cream are the perfect pair and were destined to be together. So I thought we'd celebrate this ice cream holiday with a little nod to the ultimate power couple. Today we're taking a look at some of our favorite ice cream inspired layer cakes. While you won't find any actual ice cream in these babies, you will find classic ice cream flavors baked into fluffy cake layers ... Continue Reading
Russian Nesting Doll Cake
Russian Nesting Doll Cake! Learn how to make this adorable, folk art inspired, watercolor painted, doll cake with a simple step-by-step tutorial by our contributors, Mary and Brenda Maher of Cakegirls. When we ran our very busy cake shop, baby shower cakes were our most popular selling theme by far. It seems surprising, but I think this is one occasion where people pull out all the stops. It's a chance to not only celebrate a new little life, but to make that mother-to-be feel super ... Continue Reading
Giant Donut Cake
Giant Donut Cake! Learn how to make this adorable, sprinkle-coated, giant donut cake with a simple step-by-step tutorial by our contributors, Mary and Brenda Maher of Cakegirls. So, I think it's pretty safe to say that everyone loves a good donut. They're not just sweet little wheels of deliciousness, but covered in colorful glaze and sprinkles, they just scream fun. And well, the only thing better than a donut, is a giant donut cake. Since we've seen the all-occasion sheet cake time ... Continue Reading
Pirate Skull Cake
Our contributors, Mary and Brenda Maher of Cakegirls, are sharing a DIY Pirate Skull Cake tutorial. Easy to make and perfect for pirate birthday parties! We love making themed cakes for kids. There's just something about carrying out a cake to that little girl or boy, and having their eyes pop because you made them feel so special. And, it seems as though all kids go through their dinosaur, pirate, princess or ballerina phase, so themed kids cakes become part of every cake decorator's ... Continue Reading
Cake Gems
Our contributors, Mary and Brenda Maher of Cakegirls, are back with a new tutorial! When you've been making cakes for a long time, you work hard to hone your skills and really discover your aesthetic as a cake maker. Sometimes you feel like you've "found your voice" and other times you feel like you're in a bit of a rut. That's why it's so exciting to see new and inspiring cake trends appear, opening your eyes to how others approach design and their refreshing take on treats you might never ... Continue Reading
10 Cupcakes to Bake This Summer
Summer is a season of fresh berries and stone fruits, pool parties and popsicles, fireflies and backyard BBQ’s. Seriously, what's not to love about long days, lazy nights and impromptu get togethers with friends. With warm weather finally rolling in, I wanted to share a few cupcake recipes that have definitely earned a spot on my summer baking list. A few of these you've seen here on the blog before. The others have been patiently waiting on my Pinterest cupcake board for far too long. But any ... Continue Reading
10 Brilliant Yellow Cakes
May is here and that means summer is just around the corner. Much to our dismay, it has been raining here for the last two weeks, almost daily. In an effort to forget about the looming clouds, we're spending the day basking in the beauty of some colorful cakes. With everything from vibrant sun-drenched hues to mellow sunsets, these cakes are a ray of sunshine. Let's take a look at these 10 Brilliant Yellow Cakes. Sporting the color of fresh pineapple and a pink flamingo as the star, ... Continue Reading
10 Floral Cakes for Spring
I don't know about you, but we're beyond ready for spring. It's time to say out with the cold, out with the snow and out with the grey dreary skies. Bring on the sunshine, fresh pops of green and beautiful blooms. In an effort to cheer on the new season and welcome it with open arms, today we're loving on some jaw dropping wedding cakes that celebrate florals and soft colors. With everything from greenery to garlands, fresh flowers to sugar petals, these cakes are like a ray of sunshine. ... Continue Reading
Raspberry Champagne Cake
Raspberry Champagne Cake - champagne infused cake with raspberry champagne buttercream, raspberry drip glaze, fresh raspberries and whipped cream. A new layer cake recipe perfect for Valentine's Day! Nothing says I love you like a homemade cake. Except maybe a fabulous homemade cake with champagne, berries and cream, topped with a drippy pink glaze. Whether you've found the love of your life or are celebrating February 14th with your best gal pals, today's recipe has Valentine's ... Continue Reading
You’re A Gem Cake
Our contributor, Erin Gardner of Erin Bakes, is back with a new tutorial today! If hearts and roses aren’t your thing, then this is the Valentine’s Day cake for you! Bright, bold, buttercream jewels help convey the message that your lovey is a real gem. It’s a sweet sentiment perfect for your partner, bff, or the little ones in your life. This frozen buttercream transfer is an easy way to add detail to a design without the pressure of piping directly onto the cake, especially when we're ... Continue Reading
10 Wintry White Cakes
The chill of January is officially here. As arctic air makes its way across the country, wreaking havoc with cold temperatures, ice and massive amounts of snow.... we're sharing a little taste of winter that everyone can enjoy. With soft whites and muted greys, today's line up celebrates the beauty of winter. From white-on-white texture to the shimmering iridescence of geodes, these wedding cakes are as pristine as freshly fallen snow. So bundle up, grab a mug of hot cocoa and enjoy these 10 ... Continue Reading
Ski Scene Cupcakes
Our contributors, Mary and Brenda Maher of Cakegirls, are back with a new cupcake tutorial! As winter settles in, images of snow piled high, dancing flakes and crisp, chilly air start to fill our thoughts and get us excited for the cold months ahead. The best way to partake in all the snowy goodness is to bundle up and hit the slopes or to at least recreate the whole adventure in miniature, with Ski Scene Cupcakes. Capturing a winter wonderland ski scene is as simple as piling your ... Continue Reading
Black Butterfly Cake
Our contributor, Erin Gardner of Erin Bakes, is back with a new tutorial today! I imagine witches must have amazing birthday parties. Crazy, blow-out, over-the-top shindigs. Playing games like ring around the cauldron and pin the tail on the black cat. Sipping bubbling brew, while nibbling on eye of newt and toe of frog. And I’m absolutely certain a witch’s birthday bash would have a killer cake. One like this creepy beauty topped with a swarm of spooky, sparkly butterflies. Today, ... Continue Reading
10 Sea-Loving Nautical Cakes
There's something about a coastal wedding that rings true to classic form. With preppy color palettes, stripes and nods to the water, you can't help longing to hear the crash of waves and feel the salty ocean air on your skin. Elegant and timeless, seaside celebrations will forever be chic. So today we're loving on some amazing cakes inspired by the sea. Along the way, we’ll welcome back some of our favorite cake artists while also introducing you to new designers making their first ... Continue Reading
Watermelon Cake
Our contributor, Erica OBrien, is back for the next post in our Trending series. Join Erica as she goes from inspiration on Pinterest to cake concept and then the final cake design. The theme of my monthly posts on The Cake Blog is design trends. The trends can come from anywhere—fashion, textiles, food, housewares, architecture, etc. Some months, the inspiration comes easily, and everywhere around me I see trends just begging to be turned into cake. Other months, when nothing is ... Continue Reading
Cookie Moss Cake
Cookie Moss Cake - how to make edible moss from cookie dough. Top spring and Easter cakes, woodland cakes or a birthday cake for your favorite gardener! I absolutely love the look of real moss and find myself adding touches of green to every corner of my home. Maybe it's because green is a symbol of life and renewal, commonly associated with spring and Easter. Maybe it's because I'm obsessed with the modern farmhouse look right now, dreaming of a super white kitchen with calming grey ... Continue Reading
Valentine’s Heart Candy Box Cake
Valentine's Heart Candy Box Cake! Learn how to make this romantic Valentine's Day cake that looks just like a heart-shaped box of chocolates with a simple step-by-step tutorial by our contributors, Mary and Brenda Maher of Cakegirls. Okay, there is just no way around stating that this cake is a kind of a show stopper. People will assume it's a real box of chocolates (well, it kind of is) but at least they won't know that the box is actually made out of cake. By separating the ... Continue Reading
2015 Wedding Cake Trends : Relaxed Bohemian
It's day seven of our brand new cake series - The 2015 Wedding Cake Preview! We're spending two weeks oohing and aahing over marvelous cake designs and getting the scoop on 2015 cake trends from the ladies who know. Top cake designers were asked to predict which cake trends will be hot in 2015. Based on their insights, this talented group got busy creating innovative new cakes, exclusively for this cake series and especially for you! I hope you'll join us as we debut a new trend-inspired ... Continue Reading
Stencil-Painted Rose Cake
Stencil-Painted Rose Cake! Learn how to make this gorgeous hand-painted rose cake, using cake stencils and an innovative cake decorating technique. We're so excited to welcome Robin Martin of Gateaux Inc. back to the blog today! We know that when Robin stops by, she's bringing us something new and innovative! And today is no exception. Not only does Robin create gorgeous cakes as the owner of Gateaux Inc., but she is the mastermind behind an entire line of cake stencils which are nothing ... Continue Reading
Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake
Sweet, delicate and delicious. Fresh berries might just be one of the best perks that summer has to offer. Besides the extra long days filled with sunshine, family roadtrips and endless opportunities to BBQ, that is. With strawberry season in full swing, there's no better time for today's featured cake recipe. A decadently-dense cream cheese pound cake, while perfectly delightful all on its own, surprises us with an extra touch of something sweet -- strawberry glaze. Yes, little swirls of ... Continue Reading
Write for The Cake Blog!
I have some exciting news for you today! The Cake Blog is growing and that means it's time for us to expand our team again. This is the seventh year of cake inspiration here on the blog and it's shaping up to be the biggest and best yet. In the past month, The Cake Blog has been featured around the web on fabulous sites like People, Today, Country Living, Real Simple, PopSugar, Delish, ediTORIal by Tori Spelling, Glo and so many more! Which means there's never been a better time to join ... Continue Reading
Love Bug Cupcakes
Love Bug Cupcakes - a Valentine's Day dessert recipe that your kids will love! Decorate a cupcake with buttercream frosting and hearts following our picture tutorial. Valentine's Day is just around the corner and that means it's time for some lovely new tutorials and inspiration! Today's DIY is an idea that's been floating around in the back of my mind for three years now.... just waiting for me to give it a try. Finally, this silly little idea is making it to the blog. Good news is, I ... Continue Reading
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