These Black Forest Cupcakes are made with a moist chocolate cupcake, homemade cherry filling and fresh vanilla whipped cream on top! Delicious for fresh cherry season! A new cupcake recipe by our contributor, Lindsay Conchar. Black Forest isn’t a flavor I really had at all as a kid. I only discovered it a few years ago and as soon as I tried it, I fell in love. The combination of the chocolate with the cherries and whipped cream is so good! While the traditional German Black Forest ... Continue Reading
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Join Our Team
This doesn't happen very often, which makes this news even more exciting.... TheCakeBlog.com is hiring! We are looking for a few awesome individuals to join The Cake Blog team! The last time we accepted applications for new team members the year was 2015. Yes, that was TWO YEARS AGO! Like I said, this opportunity doesn't come around very often. So if you love cakes, baking and blogging - you might want to take a peek at the positions below. CREATIVE WRITER We're seeking a freelance creative ... Continue Reading
Chocolate Gingerbread Cupcakes
Chocolate Gingerbread Cupcakes - nostalgic gingerbread spiced cupcakes, topped with chocolate ganache, silky chocolate buttercream, gingerbread cookie crumbles and a chocolate dipped gingerbread cookie topper. A new holiday cupcake recipe, sponsored by McCormick®. Christmas is less than two weeks away. I repeat, LESS THAN TWO WEEKS AWAY! I don't mean to shout but can you hear the panic through my capital letters? How can it be mid-December already? Every November I tell myself THIS will ... Continue Reading
London Fog Cake
London Fog Cake. Chocolate cake with Earl Grey buttercream and salted caramel, a recipe from the new cake book Layered by our contributor, Tessa Huff. Hi everyone! Today’s layer cake recipe is one that is near and dear to my heart. It comes straight from the pages of my new cookbook, “Layered: Baking, Building, and Styling Spectacular Cakes.” After nearly two years in the making, I am so excited to share it here on The Cake Blog. I’ve been writing about cakes on The Cake Blog for ... Continue Reading
Olivia Bogacki : Contributor
Olivia has had a love for baking and cakes for as long as she can remember. She has fond memories of homemade birthday cakes and trying new recipes in Home Economics classes. But it wasn’t until 2009 that she decided to pursue this passion and attend cake decorating classes. She launched Liv for Cake in 2010 as a way to chronicle her journey into the world of cakes. In 2011, she took a break from baking and blogging to travel and experience new cultures. In the spring of 2014 the baking itch ... Continue Reading
Pink Peppermint Cake
Our contributor, Tessa Huff, is sharing a new cake recipe today... There is nothing quite like experiencing the holidays through the eyes of a child. All the wonder and excitement in their hearts keep this time of year extra magical. And while this is my first holiday season having a little one of my own at home, I've tried to take notes from my nieces and nephews over the years on how to slow down, stress less, and really try to enjoy all the celebration. This cake is for them ... Continue Reading
Whipped Cream Cubes
Frozen whipped cream cubes for holiday hot chocolate! Make ahead and keep in the freezer for festive drinks all season long. A new Christmas dessert, sponsored by International Delight. When the weather turns cold and the holidays are upon us, there's nothing like snuggling up with a cup of something warm, creamy and delicious. Like Hot Cocolate! Today we're pouring a mug of the good stuff and topping it with festive whipped cream cubes. These fun little toppers start with homemade ... Continue Reading
Fairytale Ruffle Cake
I've partnered up with Cakes.com to bring you inspiration for a fairytale Cinderella birthday plus a new buttercream ruffle cake tutorial. Today's cake is fit for a princess. Specifically speaking - a little princess who loves fairytales, super frilly ruffles and all things magical! I know a Cinderella lover or two and I'm guessing you do too. This cake takes me back to when I sold custom cakes professionally, long before The Cake Blog even existed. Summertime was the season of ... Continue Reading
Bakery Tour : Butter Bakery
Join us today for a Bakery Tour! We're hanging out with one of our favorite bakers and taking an inside peek at bakery life! Bakery Name: Butter Bakery & Cafe Location: 4907 Mackenzie Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada Years in Business: 8 years Meet The Owner: Rosie Daykin Butter Bakery has been a neighborhood favorite in a charmingly quaint neighborhood of Vancouver, BC for nearly a decade. Not only does Butter Bakery itself invite you in with its instantly nostalgic pastel ... Continue Reading
Today Is Your Day Graduate
Graduation season is here again and that means it's time to celebrate! I've partnered up with Cakes.com to bring you inspiration for a cap-tossing graduation party plus a graduation cake tutorial. After years of homework, studying and tests, our graduates have earned a diploma and an incredible party! It all starts with a modern black and white color scheme, bold stripes, rainbow sprinkles and some cheers for the graduate. YAY! Hip Hip Hooray! Today is your day! That's what this party ... Continue Reading
Lemon Meringue Cake
This Lemon Meringue Cake is bright, fresh and sure to impress! Lemon poppy seed cake with lemon curd and toasted meringue frosting. A new layer cake recipe by our contributor, Tessa Huff. While some of us are enjoying an early spring, others may still be in the middle of one of the worst winters in decades. Either way, we can all find happiness in this sunny cake. Fortunately for everyone, winter citrus are in abundance this time of year, with bright, lively lemons everywhere. I ... Continue Reading
2015 Wedding Cake Trends : Metallics + Color
It's day eight 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
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
2015 Wedding Cake Trends : Organically Styled Florals
It's day six 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
2015 Wedding Cake Trends : Hand-Painted Details
It's day five 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
2015 Wedding Cake Trends : Butttercream Flowers
It's day three 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
2015 Wedding Cake Trends
We're kicking off 2015 with a brand new cake series - and it's all about trends for the upcoming year! What better way to spend our January than oohing and aahing over marvelous cake designs while we get the scoop on trends from the ladies who know. Here's how it all came together: Top cake designers were asked to predict what 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 ... Continue Reading
Stencil-Painted Cookies
Our contributor, Robin Martin of Gateaux Inc. is sharing a new holiday cookie tutorial. It’s the most wonderful time of the year…kids with rosy cheeks, snow-covered rooftops, presents under the tree, and cookies…aah, cookies…guilt-free, left out for Santa so someone has to eat them (for the sake of the kids) cookies. If you happen to live in 1952, the above is most likely true. We, however, live in 2014. Those rosy-cheeks are most likely attributed to a mild fever associated with the ... Continue Reading
Robin Martin : Contributor
Robin Martin started Gateaux Inc. in 1995 after leaving her job as a photographer. Photography involved working evenings and weekends, and as a newlywed, she wanted to actually see her husband from time to time. Being the "brilliant" 25 year old that she was, she decided to make that happen by opening her own wedding cake business (insert laugh track here). With no formal training, she headed to the book store and quickly started to absorb as much about baking and decorating as she could. ... Continue Reading
Pie Crust Cookies
Pie Crust Cookies! Pie crust coated in cinnamon sugar and rolled into pinwheel cookies for the holidays. A Christmas cookie tradition. We all have those family recipes - the ones that are made year after year, lovingly passed from one generation to the next - and scarfed down in about 3 seconds flat. The ones that you'd throw down with your own sister for, if she tried to snatch the last one. This is one of those recipes. We affectionately call these little babies Pie Crust ... Continue Reading
Bakery Tour : Jenna Rae Cakes
Today is the first post our brand new series : Bakery Tours! We're hanging out with some of our favorite bakers and cake designers, taking an inside peek at bakery life! Bakery Name: Jenna Rae Cakes Location: 580 Academy Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Years in Business: 4 years - storefront opened in 2014 Meet The Team: Jenna : Founder | Co-Owner | Cake Designer | Twin Sister Ashley : Co-Owner | Head Baker | Graphic Designer and Photo Stylist | Twin Sister Chelsea : ... Continue Reading
Apple Crumb Cake
Today we've partnered up with In The Raw® to bring you a classic fall recipe sure to become a new favorite in your home. There is something so joyful about baking for your family and friends, especially around the holidays. Traditional recipes, passed down from one generation to the next, baked with love for the people you love most. Today's goodness starts with a classic crumb cake recipe, shared years ago by a family friend, and then takes a turn down extra-delicious lane when we add in ... Continue Reading
Beautiful Cake Photography
I'm so excited about today's big announcement! It's something that's been in the back of my mind for years now -- and in the works for months. I recently had the opportunity to partner with Craftsy.com to make it all happen! I'm teaching an online class all about cake photography and how to snap those pretty cake pictures for yourself! It's called Beautiful Cake Photography and it just launched today! Ten years ago, I started making cakes as a hobby out of my house, and it eventually ... Continue Reading
Fall Wedding Cake Inspiration
Today's feature is one of those posts that I simply cannnot wait for you to see! It's packed full of pretty and just bursting with beautiful details. It comes to us from Paloma Efron, owner of Coco Paloma Desserts located in Austin, Texas. If you don't already know Coco Paloma -- you're seriously missing out! We've been a fan of Paloma's cakes for years and I'm so excited that she's stopping by the blog today! Not only are these designs elegant and stylish but Coco Paloma Desserts was ... Continue Reading
DIY : Teeny Tiny Flower Pot Cakes
We're excited to welcome our newest contributors - Mary and Brenda Maher of Cakegirls! Join along as they share new cake projects and straightforward tutorials with simple step-by-step instructions -- helping you create beautiful, and totally achievable, results! So, we've been making cakes for a long time. Like years and years. And, although we never fall out of love with it, sometimes we're willing to spend hours designing, baking and creating a cake and sometimes, well....we're just ... Continue Reading
Prickly Pear Wedding Cake
Today's feature is a fresh new take succulents, updating this popular wedding cake trend with a hint of cactus. From its pristine white on white details to its naturally muted green accents, this cake is all about casual elegance. A chic herringbone pattern adds texture and visual interest while setting the tone for the fabulous cactus-inspired topper. This prickly pear cactus 'heart' is quite possibly the prettiest cactus you've ever seen, perched at the very top and accented with a delicate ... Continue Reading
Pastel Zig Zag Cake
Today's feature will seriously make your heart skip a beat. It's simply just that beautiful! A modern chevron cake created with individual triangles, cut and placed with meticulous detail, to form vertical zig zags aligned just so. Shades of soft pastels are hand painted, adding layers of depth and movement with each and every hue. It comes to us from Allison Kelleher, owner of AK Cake Design in Portland. Allison is an absolute master when it comes to geometric patterns. We've been ... Continue Reading