Without a twinge of guilt I will be devouring as much cake as humanly possible during the Christmas season. As a self-proclaimed “baker”, I have found myself wondering about possible Christmas cake decoration ideas that can be recreated for the special occasion. That is why I have gone ahead and explored a selection of unique holiday-themed cakes that will (hopefully) delight my guests. Are you a Christmas-enthusiast brave enough to try? Scroll down to discover my short but perfectly sweet Christmas cake list.
Natural Christmas Cake Decorations
If you’re anything like me, then icing a cake with a piping tool feels like being a five-year old trying to write their name for the first time. Which is why I absolutely adore the natural cake decorations trend. Not only is it simple: it looks effortlessly stylish. Decorate your cake with edible flowers, such as Calendula and Lavender, or fresh herbs like rosemary, mint and lemon balm. Arrange them around the edge or on top of the cake for an elegant look.
Candy Cane Cake
What screams “holiday-spirit” more than candy cane? Absolutely nothing. The red and white stripe theme has haunted Christmas cake decoration ideas for decades, which is why we are celebrating with a tribute to tradition. Layers of red and white peppermint flavored cake with a scrumptious marshmallow buttercream frosting is certainly the way to create a show-stopping moment at the dessert table!
Cake with Bows
Another trend for the girly pops that I absolutely adore is the freedom to add bows to everything (yes, even cake). It’s as easy as pie. All you have to do is find some ribbon in your desired color, tie the strings into bows and add them to the side of your cake. We recommend using thin strands of ribbon for an ultra-cutesy touch!
Christmas Tree Cake
Celebrations often begin by putting up the Christmas tree, so how sweet would it be to end the day off with an edible Christmas tree? I’d say it’s better left to the seasoned professionals, because this sort of cake is bound to test your patience. You can choose to have the prism-shaped cake standing up or laying down, gorgeously decorated with fondant baubles and festive trinkets. The kids will be sure to love it!
Christmas Wreath Cake
A festive cake that is delicious, easy to bake, decorate and eat. What more could you ask for? The most important item to have is an Angel Food Cake Pan or a Tube Pan for the Christmas wreath cake. This will give you the ring-shape that is needed to form the Christmas Wreath Cake. Choose your desired cake flavor and decorate the wreath with as many over-the-top trimmings as possible. The more the merrier!
Peppermint Swirl Christmas Cake
Peppermint-flavored cake is what I would call an acquired taste. But if you get the quantity correct, it can be a mind-blowing dessert that will forever transport you back to Christmas time. From chocolate peppermint cake, to pink peppermint cake with crushed candy, you can go crazy with the Christmas cake decorations on this one.
What to Do if You Need to Send a Christmas Cake?
We all have loved ones around the world that we want to celebrate with on Christmas. Cake gifts are an obvious choice, but what about delivery concerns? Will the cake arrive fresh? How long will it take for the cake gift to arrive? How can a cake be delivered internationally? At Cakes Overseas, the team of gifting experts specialize in international cake delivery. You can read all about How to Deliver a Cake to Another Country on our blog. And if you sign-up to the newsletter, you’ll receive an exclusive discount when sending a Christmas cake overseas.
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Another instant gift that everybody loves is the gift certificate. It’s the perfect way to let your recipient choose the sweet treat they absolutely need. Simply set your budget and we’ll deliver the gift to their doorstep.
You’ve learned a few Christmas Cake Decoration Ideas, so what’s next?
- Shop our holiday-themed cakes for Christmas.
- We have coupons, discounts and more!
- Explore our selection of Christmas cakes and treats for corporate occasions.
Born and raised in her beloved mother city Cape Town, Amy-Paige Cox is a writer, poet and plant mom. A hopeful romantic with a penchant for adventure, she loves exploring the world, all the while documenting her ever-changing perspectives with pen and paper.