Baby Block Shower Or Birthday Cake Recipe

Create a sensationally cute and easy baby shower or first birthday cake! This unique design uses store-bought or homemade pound cakes, cut and frosted to spell out "BABY" or your little one's name. Perfect for a memorable celebration, this fun and customizable cake is surprisingly simple to assemble. Impress your guests with minimal effort!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 297.9 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.6 (9 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baby Block Shower Or Birthday Cake

  • 1 (10 3/4 ounce) pound cake
  • 1 (16 ounce) container white frosting
  • food coloring, as needed
  • licorice whips, optional
  • small hard candies, optional
  • small baby toys, optional
  • silver sugar
  • edible flowers, if desired

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How to Make Baby Block Shower Or Birthday Cake

  1. Bake or purchase one or more pound cakes. Allow to cool completely.
  2. Once cooled, slice each pound cake in half horizontally to create rectangular blocks.
  3. Using a sharp knife or cake leveler, trim the blocks to create even, uniform sizes.
  4. Arrange the cake blocks to spell out "BABY" or your child's name on a serving platter or cake board.
  5. Prepare your favorite buttercream frosting. (Recipe suggestions for a classic buttercream are available online).
  6. Generously frost each cake block, ensuring all sides are covered and the letters are clearly defined.
  7. Decorate the cake with sprinkles, edible flowers, or other baby-themed decorations, if desired.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the frosting to set before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

44g

Carbs

12g