33 Birthday Cake Ideas to Celebrate

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33 Birthday Cake Ideas to Celebrate1/33 Sandy’s Chocolate Cake 206 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Years ago, I drove more than four hours to a cake contest, holding my entry on my lap the whole way. But it paid off. One bite and you’ll see why this velvety beauty was named the best chocolate cake recipe and won first prize. —Sandra Johnson, Tioga, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 685 calories, 29g fat (18g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 505mg sodium,

102g carbohydrate (81g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein

102g carbohydrate (81g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. 2/33 Vanilla Cake 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Best Vanilla Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There’s a reason this vanilla cake recipe is the best. Adding creamy vanilla bean paste into the moist, rich cake batter creates a power-packed vanilla flavor that can’t be bought in stores. Try spreading vanilla buttercream frosting on top to finish it off. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 399 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 462mg

sodium, 59g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein

sodium, 59g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 3/33 Rainbow Birthday Cake Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: How fun is this rainbow birthday cake? It will add a festive touch to any celebration. Be sure to use gel food coloring for the most vibrant look. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 793 calories, 42g fat (26g saturated fat), 158mg cholesterol, 579mg sodium, 101g carbohydrate (77g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 4/33 Homemade Confetti Cake 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Homemade

Birthdays aren’t complete without a few confetti-covered treats

Confetti Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Birthdays aren’t complete without a few confetti-covered treats. This one has rainbow sprinkles inside and out. It’s almost impossible not to feel happy when you see the fun pop of rainbow confetti! —Courtney Rich, Highland, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 823 calories, 47g fat (26g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 279mg sodium, 97g carbohydrate (75g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. Berry Chantilly CakeIf I was asked to name my favorite show-stopping cake, Chantilly cake would rank high

on the list

on the list. It features fresh summer berries and an airy vanilla cake. It’s one of my favorite birthday cake ideas to share with my friends. —Sarah Tramonte, Taste of Home Associate Culinary Producer Go to Recipe Speaking of show-stopping, you might like to take a look at these 50th birthday recipe ideas for a special celebration. 5/33 Taste of Home Strawberry Mascarpone CakeIf you’re looking for new birthday cake ideas, try this berries and cream naked cake. The cake is so fluffy and the strawberries add a fresh fruity flavor. Cream cheese is a good substitute if you don’t

have mascarpone cheese handy

have mascarpone cheese handy. —Carol Witczak, Tinley Park, Illinois Go to Recipe 6/33 Sydney Watson/Taste of Home Pull-Apart Cupcake CakeWant birthday cake ideas that aren’t quite cake? Try this pull-apart cupcake cake! It makes portioning out individual servings easy and you can get creative with the decorations. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Go to Recipe 7/33 8/33 Favorite Coconut Cake 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I need an impressive dessert for a special occasion, this is the recipe I

My guests are glad I do!

turn to. My guests are glad I do! —Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana. Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 400 calories, 16g fat (11g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 341mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. 9/33 Pineapple Pudding Cake 137 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mother used to love making this easy pineapple sunshine cake in the summertime. It’s so cool and refreshing that it never lasts very long! —Kathleen Worden, North Andover, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 151 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg

cholesterol, 206mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein

cholesterol, 206mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat. 10/33 Chocolate-Dipped Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 55 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created this recipe based on our family’s love of chocolate-dipped ice cream cones. I like to vary the sprinkles on these birthday cupcakes to match the season. —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan 11/33 Peanut Butter ‘N’ Jelly Cake 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Peanut Butter ‘N’ Jelly Cake Recipe photo by Taste of

He just turned 33, and he still has to have his favorite treat

Home Total Time 50 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you’re looking for some creative birthday cake ideas, look no further! I made this fun and flavorful peanut butter and jelly cake for my son’s first birthday. He just turned 33, and he still has to have his favorite treat. —Linda Graybill, Sebring, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 434 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 380mg sodium, 67g carbohydrate (52g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 12/33 White Texas Sheet Cake 109 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JoJO Baccam for Taste of Home Total

Time 40 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Time 40 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This cake gets better the longer it sits, so I try to make it a day ahead. My mother-in-law introduced this deliciously rich sheet cake to me. With its creamy frosting and light almond flavor, no one can stop at just one piece! —Joanie Ward, Brownsburg, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 409 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 304mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (45g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 13/33 Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Frosting 220 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Frosting Recipe

I bake it often for family parties, and it always brings back fond memories

photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This moist chocolate cake recipe with coffee reminds me of my grandmother because it was one of her specialties. I bake it often for family parties, and it always brings back fond memories. The cake is light and airy with a delicious chocolate taste. This recipe is a keeper! —Patricia Kreitz, Richland, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 482 calories, 28g fat (7g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 404mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 14/33 Margarita Tres Leches Cake

The first time I ever had tres leches cake I felt as if I were in heaven

1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Margarita Tres Leches Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The first time I ever had tres leches cake I felt as if I were in heaven. I have made it at home using several techniques and flavors, and this margarita twist on the classic is my favorite. —Laurie Lufkin, Essex, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 345 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 282mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein. 15/33 Vertical Carrot Cake 12 Reviews

Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 50 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This vertical spin on a cherished classic is packed with spices and sure to impress. The brown butter cream cheese frosting truly makes the vertical cake over the top! —Mark Neufang, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 445 calories, 34g fat (18g saturated fat), 167mg cholesterol, 193mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 16/33 Oreo Mousse Cake 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe

It’s just not just for Christmas, but

From the Recipe Creator: Oreo mousse cake is so simple to put together, but it tastes as decadent as fancy restaurant desserts. Have fun garnishing it as you like using crushed or whole Oreos, additional whipped cream rosettes or chocolate shavings. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 402 calories, 30g fat (17g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 143mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. 17/33 Best Red Velvet Cake 34 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min Servings 14 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s just not just for Christmas, but

birthdays too

birthdays too. This is different from other red velvet cake recipes I’ve had; the icing is as light as snow. —Kathryn Davison, Charlotte, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 595 calories, 34g fat (21g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 564mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (52g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 18/33 Sour Cream Sugar Cookie Cake 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Sour Cream Sugar Cookie Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This sugar cookie cake is inspired by the classic cookie! The secret to a dense yet

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