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Birthday Cakes

Birthday cakes are the focal point of a birthday Celebration. We know that you are trying to make a perfect birthday cake with all the right colors, pretty frosting design, and, more daring, using fondant!
Whether you're baking a birthday cake from scratch or doctoring a store-bought purchase, our Celebrations experts are here to help, with tips for chocolate-lovers, fondant-lovers, and birthday cake-makers of all ranges of experience.
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First Birthday Party: Part 1 - Invitations and Themes
First Birthday Party: Part 2 - Supplies and Decorations
First Birthday Party: Part 3 - Cakes
Fun and Easy Desserts for Kids Part 1 
Fun and Easy Desserts for Kids Part 2 
How to Make the Perfect Birthday Cake
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The Triple Berry Trifle Dessert
  • 10 Tips to Cover a Cake with Fondant

    Recently, my friend decided to get creative and bake a custom fondant cake for her son’s second birthday. Intimidated, she poured herself a glass of wine, took a deep breath and called me for some advice. more

  • Fun and Easy Desserts for Kids: Part 2

    Kids love sweets, and they enjoy creating them too. Fun recipes for Birthday Desserts (cakes, in particular) that your kids will swoon over are perfect for your little one's parties. Learn how to make the best out of cookies and also have a healthy sweet alternative!  more

  • Fun and Easy Desserts for Kids: Part 1

    Just like adults, kids love desserts that look as great as they taste. Engage their creative minds and have your little ones help make these delicious, kid-friendly desserts that are perfect for birthdays. From a Sand Pail Cake to a Fairy Tale-inspired cupcake, we have great delectable desserts for your kids! more

  • How to Make the Perfect Birthday Cake

    Ever since I became a professional pastry chef and opened a bakery, I’ve become the “go-to” girl for advice on baking for friends and family. more



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