Celebrate the Season With One of These Seasonal Christmas Cake Ideas

By the time December 25 arrives, you've already baked up plenty of Christmas desserts including holiday cookies, pies, homemade candies, and other baked Christmas treats. So how do you top all that when planning the ultimate Christmas dinner menu? With a homemade Christmas cake, of course! A little baking, a lot of icing, and a little time with a frosting spatula, and you can make something that will truly impress. Skip the cookies and put out a slice, with some milk, for Santa!

All of those who are in favor of colored lights on their Christmas trees will love this retro-inspired tree cake.

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Dressed in toasted coconut flakes, this cake is as light as freshly fallen snow.

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Your kids will get a kick out of this super easy recipe inspired by jolly Saint Nick.

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Decorating this impressive sweet is an absolute breeze thanks to store-bought peppermint bark.

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Melted Jolly Ranchers become the perfect "panes" on this cake.

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This scrumptious cake delivers the best of both worlds: sweet and salty.

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Create different sizes and colors of these sweet trees for a simple yet impressive display.

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Twirl up a white cake covered with crushed peppermints and candy canes.

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Ornamental gumdrops, M&M's, and starlight mints take shape around a caramel corn garland and a chocolate candy base. Colorful sprinkles in the cake batter give this cake a second helping of whimsy.

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Serve this gorgeous spice cake for a festive holiday dessert.

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For those who dream of less cake, and more icing—or for those who are gluten free, this delicious cake is heaven on the tongue and a snap to make.

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It's not often that a cake can stop us in our tracks, but one look at the pecan-graham crust on this cheesecake and we were completely smitten.

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This classic French Christmas cake is made in the shape of a yule log. For an extra-impressive presentation, don't forget the coffee-meringue mushrooms.

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Enjoy tiny treats with trimmings such as M&M's and marshmallows. Pressed Laffy Taffy leaves lend a festive touch.

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You may not think to pair caramel and pears together, but this gorgeous cake is perfect if you're looking for something outside of the box.

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Turn the traditional British dessert into this towering cake made up of date-infused layers, vanilla buttercream, and toffee sauce poured on top.

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A cup of hot chocolate goes into this chocolate fudge cake that also boasts chocolate cream cheese frosting and homemade whipped marshmallows.

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The pockets of sugary sweet cinnamon in this cake make every bite taste like Christmas.

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A fluffy coconut cake with rich buttercream frosting is great addition to your Christmas dessert table since it looks like it's dusted in snow!

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How dreamy is this pink peppermint cream cheese frosting? It's only made more whimsical and festive with the added bonus of cute, artfully placed peppermint meringues.

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Thick layers of toasted praline and salted caramel filling complement this fluffy cake that will make guests want more than one slice.

Get the recipe at Broma Bakery.

Chocolate lovers won't be able to get enough of this cake that's layered with rich chocolate ganache and covered in a browned butter vanilla frosting. A candy cane dipped in frosting signifies the North Pole, along with some reindeer cookie friends.

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Put a Christmassy spin on a classic pineapple upside-down cake with this confection that marries pears and gingerbread.

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Want hot chocolate in cake form? Brew up some hot cocoa for the fluffy cake layers and whip up a homemade marshmallow frosting for this insanely delicious dessert.

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What makes this cake a gingerbread latte cake? Well, that would have to be the gingerbread spice cake layered with a delectable espresso buttercream.

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The caramel buttercream frosting on this cake is so delicious, you'll be eating it straight from the mixing bowl. You might as well make a double recipe—just to ensure you have enough for all your guests.

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Out of all the eggnog recipes to make this holiday season, make sure you put this cake at the top of your list. It features the festive flavor in both the batter and the buttercream.

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Show off your artistic abilities with this Christmas tree-adorned creation. The recipe is truly an edible work of art.

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The most delicious way to decorate your cake? With cute Christmas cookies, of course!

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Sugared cranberries add a stunning—yet subtle—touch to the top of this treat. As a bonus, they're also super tasty.

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This drool-worthy creation features a chocolate gingerbread cake and a dark chocolate ganache.

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This fruit-infused cake is finished with a white chocolate orange buttercream.

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This blogger calls her dessert "seriously dreamy."

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The only way to top this super sweet cake? With gingerbread cookies, of course!

Get the recipe at Half Baked Harvest.

A moist cake plus a fluffy frosting is the recipe for a delicious dessert.

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Dark chocolate and peppermint are a match made in holiday dessert heaven.

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A rum-infused cake topped with a nutmeg frosting and white chocolate ganache will be the most decadent post-dinner treat your holiday guests have ever tasted.

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Be patient when creaming the butter and sugar together—it will make a much fluffier finished product.

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Top off a simple cake with a gingerbread house for a creative, festive finish.

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Embrace cranberry season by crowning this cake with fresh, sugared berries.

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Who says Christmas cakes can only be red and green? The pastel hues of the Pocky stick-and-melted-chocolate trees topping this dessert reinforce the white winter wonderland theme.

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Or, if you prefer a more rustic look, try this nature-inspired chocolate creation.

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Refreshing peppermint candies are the perfect complement to rich, decadent chocolate cake.

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Before serving, pass out candy canes to little ones so they can help decorate this cake. Bonus: Once you cut in, guests will be impressed by the beautiful red and white marbling inside.

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A plain yellow cake gets an "ugly" makeover thanks to colored fondant Christmas sweater swatches.

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Obviously, peppermint and chocolate is the perfect dessert combination during the holiday season. The playfully sweet meringue kisses on top really take the cake.

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Now you can enjoy your favorite holiday drink in cake form. Topped with a layer of crunchy toffee bits, one slice is all you need to feel warm and cozy.

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The decadent chocolate candy ball is a favorite among people of all ages, so imagine how much better it would be in cake form.

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This stunning dessert is a must at Christmas parties. The pomegranate topping adds an elegant color contrast as well as a subtle texture that will please any palate.

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Sweetened by natural honey and almond milk, this decadent dessert is perfect for those who have a sweet tooth but don't want to OD on sugar.

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This cream cake takes delicious to the next level with sweetened coconut flakes mixed with toasted pecan pieces.

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Tart and sweet cranberries give this gorgeous holiday cake bursts of fruity flavor. To amp up the stunning factor, sugared cranberries are piled on top for a sparkly, frosty effect.

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Crushed gingersnap cookies are melded throughout this cake to give it an addictive crunch and flavor. To further enhance the flavor profile, slabs of sweet cream cheese frosting are sandwiched in between the stacked layers.

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This soft and fluffy gingerbread cake not only looks divine, it tastes heavenly, too.

Get the recipe at Call Me Cupcake.

A fudge brownie base supports three layers of chocolate, raspberry, and vanilla mousse. And yes: That's molten chocolate drizzled over the cake and a bundle of fresh raspberries nestled on top.

Get the recipe at Sugar Hero.

This modern take on Black Forest cake has irresistible French flair. Not only is it topped with delicate macarons, the spongey cake itself is made with a mocha-mayo base. Tres magnifique!

Get the recipe at La Pêche Fraîche.

If this pretty peppermint cake doesn't scream Christmas, we don't know what does.

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Having a blue Christmas? A slice of this cake will make all your holiday stress melt away.

Get the recipe at Betty Crocker.