7 Cute And Creative Cake Designs

Looking for a cute, creative cake design that's also easy to make? Forget Fudgie the Whale, these 7 cake shapes aren't just simple, they're also eye-catching and original – perfect for your next birthday bash! We've come up with 2 quick & easy recipe options for both the cake and the frosting, so these cakes are also easy to customize to any palate. Choose between a yellow or chocolate sheet cake, then top it off with either a creamy buttercream or dreamy cream cheese frosting. Whatever shape you choose to make, be it a piglet, robot, or a cactus, your cake is going to look and taste great. Bring it to your next gathering, and let them eat adorable cake!

A. Yellow Sheet Cake

You'll need:

  • 4 eggs
  • 1¼ cups sugar
  • 2 sticks butter, softened
  • 2 cups flour
  • ½ tsp baking powder

Here's How:

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cake pan with parchment paper. Beat the eggs and sugar together until the consistency becomes light and fluffy, then gradually add in the softened butter. Combine the flour and baking powder, then stir them into the egg mixture. Pour the batter into the cake pan, transfer the pan to the oven, and bake at 350°F for 40 minutes. Once the cake has finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely.

B. Chocolate Sheet Cake

You'll Need: 

  • 4 eggs
  • 1¼ cups sugar
  • 2 sticks butter, softened
  • 1⅔ cups flour
  • ⅔ cup cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp baking powder

Here's How:

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cake pan with parchment paper. Beat the eggs and sugar together until the consistency becomes light and fluffy, then gradually add in the softened butter. Combine the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder, then stir them into the egg mixture. Pour the batter into the cake pan, transfer the pan to the oven, and bake at 350°F for 40 minutes. Once the cake has finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely.

C. Buttercream Frosting

You'll Need:

  • 6 egg whites
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3–4 sticks butter, softened

Here's How:

Heat the egg whites and sugar over a double boiler until the temperature reaches 140°F, stirring continuously. Remove from the heat and beat the egg whites and sugar until the mixture becomes stiff and the bowl feels cool to the touch (this could take up to 15 minutes). Once the egg whites have become firm, gradually add in the butter and continue to mix until the frosting becomes creamy and glossy.

D. Cream Cheese Frosting

You'll Need:

  • ¾ cup whipped cream
  • 1 cup cream cheese
  • 3 tbsp powdered sugar
  • vanilla extract

Here's How:

Stir together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until combined. Carefully fold in the whipped cream, then transfer the cream cheese frosting to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes.

1. Cactus

You'll Need:

  • 1 rectangular sheet cake (9 x 13 in)
  • buttercream or cream cheese frosting
  • green food coloring for the frosting
  • cookies & cream Pocky sticks
  • 3 red or pink cupcakes, decorated

2. Dog

You'll Need:

  • 2 heart-shaped sheet cakes (9 in diameter)
  • buttercream or cream cheese frosting
  • cocoa powder for the frosting
  • fondant for the eyes, nose & tongue

3. Snail

You'll Need:

  • 1 round sheet cake (9 in diameter)
  • buttercream or cream cheese frosting
  • pink, purple & blue food coloring for the frosting
  • 2 lollipops

4. Moustache

You'll Need:

  • 1 round sheet cake (9 in diameter)
  • buttercream or cream cheese frosting
  • cocoa powder for the frosting

5. Donut & Coffee

You'll Need:

  • 1 round sheet cake (11 in diameter)
  • buttercream or cream cheese frosting
  • pink food coloring & cocoa powder for the frosting
  • sprinkles
  • fondant for the coffee cup handle

6. Piglet

You'll Need:

  • 2 round sheet cakes (9 in diameter)
  • buttercream or cream cheese frosting
  • pink & purple food coloring for the frosting
  • fondant for the eyes & nose
  • sprinkles

7. Robot

You'll Need:

  • 1 rectangular sheet cake (9 x 13 in)
  • buttercream or cream cheese frosting
  • M&M's
  • Oreos
  • 1 lollipop

These cake shapes are simple to prepare, but they look like they were made by a seasoned pastry chef! Don't be afraid to get creative and make one of these for the next birthday party you're invited to. The birthday boy or girl is sure to jump for joy, no matter their age!

Get the recipe for the Creative Birthday Cakes For Kids, Adorably Sweet Cake Recipes, and Fun Birthday Cakes For Kids featured in the bonus video.

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