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25 Gorgeous Baby Shower Cakes
Make a baby shower extra-special with one of these beautiful (but super easy!) cakes. The cake is the centerpiece of any baby shower, so it’s got to be a showstopper. All of these gorgeous baby shower cakes can be made with boxed mix and canned frosting, and we show you how with easy step-by-step instructions, diagrams and pictures of each baby shower cake. (It will only look like you paid a bundle for a professionally done cake!)
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Kenneth Chen
Flower Bouquet Cake
For a baby shower cake that doesn’t scream “baby,” try this elegant flower bouquet confection. Marshmallow halves rolled in colored sugar make brightly-colored petals pop.Kenneth Chen
Baby Buggy Cake
Don’t all moms-to-be dream about walking down their street with their baby napping peacefully in a pram? This adorable baby shower cake idea only uses one 9” round cake, and the blue and green colors provide an elegant contrast.Kenneth Chen
Umbrella Cake
You only need one 9” round cake to create this bold and bright Umbrella treat. (It’s raining jelly beans!)Kenneth Chen
Lamb Cake
Prepare for massive squealing over this sweet lamb cake, made with a mini-marshmallow coat. It’s perfect for a nursery-rhyme-themed baby shower.- Kenneth Chen
Cigar Box Cake
Will the dad-to-be make an appearance at the shower? Give the cake a manly edge with tootsie roll cigars in a 9” x 13” cake “box." Kenneth Chen
Baby Bib Cake
Adaptable for any shower theme, this easy baby bib cake gets its ruffles from nonpareils and duckling design from rolled-out fruit chews.Kenneth Chen
Stork Cake
A stork is the classic harbinger of a baby to come, making it perfectly fitting for a baby shower cake. Create his fluffy feathers from shredded coconut, and the beak from an ice cream cone.Kenneth Chen
Baby Booties Cake
Perhaps the cutest layette item is shoes—so tiny! Make these adorable booties cakes using store-bought pound cake and piping on the frosting in squiggles to mimic a knitted feel.Kenneth Chen
Sweet Peas in a Pod Cupcakes
Pea-in-the-Pod is a go-to baby shower theme, especially for twins. These baby shower cupcakes are the perfect match for it, with fruit-chew “peas” nestled in pods.Kenneth Chen
Rocking Horse Cake
This cake riffs on the iconic playroom fixture. Make it the star of the shower with bright-colored frosting and rolled-out candies to make the saddle and bridle.Kenneth Chen
Bird’s Nest Cupcakes
Sweet, chirping baby birds are a sign of spring, birth and new beginnings—perfect for a baby shower! Plus, no messy cake-cutting; just pile on toasted coconut to create a nest, add a dollop of frosting for the baby bird, and these baby shower cupcakes are ready to serve.Kenneth Chen
Diaper Bag Cake
Give the guest of honor a chic treat with this gorgeous diaper bag cake, filled with cookie versions of bottles and teddy bears.Kenneth Chen
Duck Cake
Guests will go quackers over this too-cute ducky cake, which starts with a simple store-bought pound cake.Kenneth Chen
Humpty Dumpty Cake
For a storybook or nursery-rhyme theme, this Humpty Dumpty cake will impress. And you don’t need all the King’s horses or men to put him together: Colored frosting, fruit leather and an ice cream cone hat are all it takes.Kenneth Chen
Baby Blanket Cake
Baby blankets are a classic, sure-to-please shower gift. This cake version is so bright and cheery, we wish they would make a matching crib set.Kenneth Chen
Cabbage Patch Cake
Was her Cabbage Patch Kid her first “baby,” way back in the day? These sweet sleeping cabbage patch flowers will emphasize this momentous, full-circle moment. Plant them on a 9" x 9" cake with colored cornflakes as leaves.Kenneth Chen
Diaper Cake
Who knew baby shower diaper cakes could look so cute? We know the guest of honor will have her fill of not-so-sweet diapers later, so start her off with this pretty pastel-sprinkled version.Kenneth Chen
Bunny Face Cupcakes
Babies + bunnies = we can’t take this much cute! These tasty baby shower cupcakes will be a sure hit, especially for a spring-themed celebration.Kenneth Chen
Teddy Bear Cake
As far as baby shower cake ideas go, this one is cuddle-worthy! Guests will love a teddy bear cake with pastel candy sprinkles and a jaunty fruit leather bow tie.Kenneth Chen
Baby Bottle Cake
Your mama-to-be-friend will probably be spending a lot of time with baby bottles. Get her acquainted with this cake version, which only requires a little trimming and colored frosting.Kenneth Chen
Birth Announcement Cake
The mom-to-be can’t wait to send out her baby’s real birth announcements? Give her a preview with this easy 9” x 9” baby shower cake. Customize the color by theme or the mama-to-be’s fave.Kenneth Chen
Baby Faces Cupcakes
It's fun to wonder what baby will look like. You can make plenty of different mini-me possibilities with these cute baby shower cupcakes.Kenneth Chen
Baby Blocks Cake
For a simple, colorful focal point for any baby shower, this cake fits the bill. Store-bought pound cake cut into squares make building the “blocks” a cinch.Kenneth Chen
Rattle Cake
Wow your mom-to-be with a bold-colored rattle cake. Stacking two bowl-shaped cakes creates this baby shower cake's showy 3D effect.Kenneth Chen
Pacifier Cake
The binky might just end up being her best friend in a few months, so what better idea for a baby shower cake? We love the handle made from a donut.
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