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Ultimate List of Kids Birthday Cake Ideas (115+)

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Mickey Mouse cake

If you’re absolutely stuck for a cake idea, why not give this Mickey Mouse cake a try? Mom Spotted has included her experience re-creating a cake using Wilton’s Disney Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Pan and it looks both simple and fun!

mr teddy bear cake

3D cakes never looked this cute! Much A Munch has included her step-by-step images and tips to help you create your very own version.

elephant cake

What an adorable elephant cake! We love the pastel frosting and additional cupcake that the elephant’s trunk seems to be holding – Very clever! Check out My Cake School’s tutorial to see how it was made.

fish cupcake

This idea from My Cake School is a great way to combine both cake and cupcakes into one eye-catching design! This tutorial is certainly simple, yet clever.

puppy cake

Here’s another adorable cake tutorial from My Cake School, this time featuring a puppy’s face! This cake is both fun and simple to create.

sleepover cake

This cake would be perfect to serve at a sleepover! Not Just a Housewife has shared her tips for making this cute and colorful cake, so be sure to check it out!

Tinkerbell cake

This Tinkerbell cake by Oh My Fiesta looks like a real treat to eat and create! You can follow this tutorial to help you put it together, piece by piece.

rainbow layer cake

The inside of this cake contains all the colors of the rainbow – Fancy! You’ll find the recipe and instructions for this cake over on Parade’s blog.

unicorn cake

Add some birthday magic to your special child’s day and bake them this unicorn cake! This tutorial from Parenting is super easy to follow, so even beginners will love trying to re-create this masterpiece!

horse cake

Perhaps your child is mad about horses? The good news is that this cake from Parenting is fun to make and you’ll be impressed with your creativity once you’re done!

golf course inspired cake

It’s time to tee-off with this golf course inspired cake! You can find everything you need to know to make this cake on the Parenting blog.

giant cupcake

What’s better than several little cupcakes? A giant cupcake of course! Party Cakes Canberra has a simple tutorial to help you re-create this delicious and delightful treat.

Peppa Pig cake

Peppa Pig has become a very popular children’s character, so no there’s no surprises with this design! Patty’s Cake has recorded her step-by-step process on her blog.

Kit Kat cake

A piano made from Kit Kats and cake can be summed-up in just one word – Delicious! Posed Perfection created this cake for her daughter’s music themed party, and you can too by following her tutorial!

rainbow swirl lollipop cake

This psychedelic rainbow swirl lollipop cake looks divine! Raspberri Cupcakes used colorful lollipops as cake toppers and the result could not be more amazing. Follow her recipe and tutorial to re-create your own!

tractor cake

How cute is this tractor cake? Your farm-loving child and their friends are going to love this cake idea by Rose Bakes! Her instructional guide is also great to follow.

dump truck cake

Every little boy (or girl!) is sure to love this cartoonish dump truck cake, as created by Rose Bakes! It would also serve as the perfect smash cake for first birthdays, so check out the tutorial to see how it’s done!

watermelon themed cake

Fancy a birthday treat with a difference? This watermelon themed cake from Say Yes is made of delicious rice krispies and the tutorial is easy to follow with step-by-step images.

dino head cake

How amazing and realistic is this dino head cake on So you Think You’re Crafty? Not only can you read the recipe, but you can also view each of the steps in image-form!

marshmellow candy swirl cake

Cakes that incorporate candy are always welcome at kid’s birthday parties, so you’ll love this recipe and instructional guide from Sprinkle Bakes!

rainbow checker cake

This rainbow checker cake looks both intriguing and quite challenging to make! Luckily, Sprinkle Bakes has provided you with both her recipe and step-by-step images to show you how it’s done. Perhaps not so hard after all?

ice cream sundae cake

Oh my, it’s an ice cream cake with miniature ice cream cones as decorations! Follow Sugar Hero’s amazing tutorial to re-create your very own show-stopping cake like this one.

Where the Wild Things Are cake

This little picture tutorial by Sugar Hero which teach you how you too can make this Where the Wild Things Are cake for your little one’s birthday party. How divine!

Mad Hatter’s hat cake

Wow, this cake from Sugar Turntable is amazing! Made to look just like the Mad Hatter’s hat, this tutorial involves shaping cake and gum paste!

Captain America cake

Even Captain America himself would approve of this comic hero inspired cake! These detailed instructions from Suz Daily will have you whipping up this cake in no time.

 3D elephant cake

How great is this 3D elephant cake by Sweet Eat Cakes? It features a dome-shaped cake in the middle with rice crispies used to create the trunk and legs!

rainbow petal cake

What a stunning rainbow petal cake from The Cake Blog! This tutorial is very informative and looks incredibly fun to make.

birthday candles cake

The Cake Blog was at a loss for which cake to create for her friend’s niece, so she thought she’d keep it original, yet outstanding, with this DIY candle cake – Superb!

tea-party cake

This 3D teapot cake would be a show-stopper at any tea-party themed soiree! Children will be amazed at how you created this, so check out The Cake Girls’ blog for the full tutorial.

race track cake

Making a cake with a race track as a number is a brilliant idea to celebrate the age of your little one! The Domestic Project shows you just how easy it is to create!

puppy cake

The Experimental Home has created this adorable puppy cake using a heart-shaped tin that you can easily buy at the supermarket! You’ll love her simple tutorial too.

star fish cake

Girls with a penchant for mermaids or all things beachy will love this ombre blue cake adorned with star fish. The best bit? The Girl Inspired has provided you with her tutorial!

fruity pebble crunch cake

If you’re after a one-of-a-kind cake that’s packed with color, then you’ll love The Gunny Sack’s guide which teaches you how to create this fruity pebble crunch cake!

M&M piñata cake

Surprise! It’s a piñata inspired cake that looks normal on the outside, but is actually filled with chocolate M&M’s on the inside – Brilliant! You’ll want to thank This Silly Girl’s Life for her insightful tutorial.

Hedgehog cake

Wilton has made an ‘Edgy Hedgehog’ cake that every child will love! You’ll find all of the ingredients and steps that you need to know over on this website.

Raccoon Bandit cake

Here’s another great cake from Wilton featuring a ‘Raccoon Bandit’ – Adorable! You’ll be surprised by how simple this creation is to concoct!

owl cake

This owl cake is amazing! Wonderful DIY has shared an easy-to-follow DIY tutorial teaching you how you can also create this masterpiece.

Kids Birthday Cake Video Tutorials:

zebra cake

Woman Freebies has not only shared the recipe to make this wonderful zebra cake, but has also provided a video tutorial to help you re-create it! Hint: It’s not as tricky as it looks.

My Little Pony rainbow cake

This My Little Pony rainbow cake will have your kid in a state of amazement! My Cupcake Addiction has created a YouTube tutorial to help you re-create this magical treat.

Disney Planes cake

Love this Disney Planes cake? Timidekor Cake Decorating has a fantastic YouTube tutorial teaching you how you can also achieve this fantastic design.

Minecraft cake

Need an impressive, yet simple to make Minecraft cake that doesn’t break the bank? Take a look at yoyomax12’s YouTube tutorial via Foodista to find out how it’s done!

Hello Kitty cake

Need a tutorial for the best and easiest Hello Kitty cake you’ll ever find? Look no further than this YouTube video by How To Cook That!

Kids Birthday Cake Inspirations:

wild and free birthday party cake

When it comes to a ‘wild and free’ themed party, Bloom Cake Co really nailed the brief with this geometric and tribal-inspired cake. Check out the full feature on Style Me Pretty Living for more cake inspiration!

pink castle cake

Every little princess of dreams of living in a pink castle (draw-bridge and all!), so they’d be delighted to receive a cake like this one via Bondville for their birthday!

Beatrix Potter cake

Who doesn’t love Beatrix Potter and her classic, loveable characters? Take inspiration from Cakes Décor’s design, or find out how to create the marzipan Peter Rabbit by watching the YouTube tutorial!

rabbit in a hat cake

For a magic-themed birthday party, this rabbit in a hat cake would seal the deal! Check out Hello Naomi’s handmade creation for inspiration!

ladybug cake

Need some lovely ladybug cake inspiration? Hope Springs Colorado has got you covered with this colorful cake!

monsters inspired cake

This terrific monsters inspired cake was a real hit at this party from Hostess with the Mostess! You can find all of the monster party inspiration you need (as well as some close-ups of this amazing cake) on her website.

pastel pink cake

This charming, pastel pink cake is perfect for a first birthday party and even features a tiny golden crown! Take a look at Hostess with the Mostess’ blog to see more inspiring images of this cake design.

pirate ship cake

Perhaps you want to make a cake for your child’s birthday, but would prefer to skip out on the actual baking (or sugar!). Image Raiders’ images of this pirate ship ‘cake’ made entirely from fruit is sure to inspire you!

Monsters Inc. cake

This is Monsters Inc. cake inspiration at its best! Lisa Cakes has shared her creation on the Craftsy blog in order to give you some ideas for your next monster-themed kid soiree!

ice cream cake

This is one ice cream cake with a difference! One Charming Party has used chocolate ganache to create a melting ice cream effect as a cake topper – Genius!

cookie monster cake

C is for cookie (and cake!) making this design the perfect choice for any little one’s birthday party. Particular Cakes used layers and layers of extruded fondant to make this inspiring cake (as seen on the Craftsy blog).

barnyard cake

Rose Bakes created this barnyard cake and accompanying animal cupcakes for one of her recent kid’s parties and they were a real treat! Check out her images for inspiration in creating your own farmyard friends.

sea themed cake

We love this under the sea themed cake, featuring an edible octopus cake topper! This inspiring cake was made by Tea Party Cakes and can be found on Cake Central.

Little Mermaid Cake

What little girl won’t love this Little Mermaid Cake? Featuring Ariel and an assortment of beautiful bits and bobs, this cake found on Cake Central is sure to inspire you!

movie Up themed cake

What a beautiful cake design inspired by the movie Up! Wendy Updegraff made this incredible cake for her daughter’s 7th birthday and photographed it to inspire others!

Phew! Who knew there could be so many wonderful cake ideas to try out for your next kids party?

Will you be making any of these treats? We’d love to hear about it in the comments section below!

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  1. Nici

    October 5, 2015 at 8:39 pm

    Wow! You sure rounded up some awesome cakes! I am thrilled to have my piano cake included in this incredible lineup. Thank you!
    Blessings,
    Nici

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