Celebrate the Season With One of These Seasonal Christmas Cake Ideas
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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!
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Retro Christmas Tree Cake
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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Coconut Angel Cake
Dressed in toasted coconut flakes, this cake is as light as freshly fallen snow.
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Santa Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
Your kids will get a kick out of this super easy recipe inspired by jolly Saint Nick.
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Candy Cane Cake
Decorating this impressive sweet is an absolute breeze thanks to store-bought peppermint bark.
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Stained Glass Cake
Melted Jolly Ranchers become the perfect "panes" on this cake.
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Candied Pretzel Cake
This scrumptious cake delivers the best of both worlds: sweet and salty.
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Pine Tree Forest Cake
Create different sizes and colors of these sweet trees for a simple yet impressive display.
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Candy Cane Forest Cake
Twirl up a white cake covered with crushed peppermints and candy canes.
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Christmas Tree Sheet Cake
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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Spice Layer Cake
Serve this gorgeous spice cake for a festive holiday dessert.
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Hot Chocolate Meringue Cake
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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Gingerbread Cheesecake With Pecan-Graham Crust
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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Mocha Bûche de Noël (Yule Log Cake)
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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Christmas Candy Cupcakes
Enjoy tiny treats with trimmings such as M&M's and marshmallows. Pressed Laffy Taffy leaves lend a festive touch.
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Salted Caramel Pear Cake
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.
Get the recipe at The Cake Blog.
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Sticky Toffee Pudding
Turn the traditional British dessert into this towering cake made up of date-infused layers, vanilla buttercream, and toffee sauce poured on top.
Get the recipe at Liv for Cake.
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Hot Chocolate Cake With Whipped Marshmallow
A cup of hot chocolate goes into this chocolate fudge cake that also boasts chocolate cream cheese frosting and homemade whipped marshmallows.
Get the recipe at How Sweet Eats.
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Snickerdoodle Cake
The pockets of sugary sweet cinnamon in this cake make every bite taste like Christmas.
Get the recipe at Sally's Baking Addiction.
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Coconut Cake
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!
Get the recipe at Cookies and Cups.
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Pink Peppermint Cake
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.
Get the recipe at How Sweet Eats.
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Praline Layer Cake
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.
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Chocolate Ganache North Pole Cake
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.
Get the recipe at Half Baked Harvest.
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Upside-Down Pear Gingerbread Cake
Put a Christmassy spin on a classic pineapple upside-down cake with this confection that marries pears and gingerbread.
Get the recipe at Sally's Baking Addiction.
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Hot Chocolate Cake
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.
Get the recipe at The Cake Blog.
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Gingerbread Latte Cake
What makes this cake a gingerbread latte cake? Well, that would have to be the gingerbread spice cake layered with a delectable espresso buttercream.
Get the recipe at Liv for Cake.
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Caramel Gingerbread Cake
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.
Get the recipe at Liv for Cake.
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Eggnog Cake
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.
Get the recipe at Carrie Sellman for The Cake Blog.
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Christmas Cake
Show off your artistic abilities with this Christmas tree-adorned creation. The recipe is truly an edible work of art.
Get the recipe at Preppy Kitchen.
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Lemon and Elderflower Cake With Chai Spice Cookies
The most delicious way to decorate your cake? With cute Christmas cookies, of course!
Get the recipe at Cupful of Kale.
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Red Velvet Cake
Sugared cranberries add a stunning—yet subtle—touch to the top of this treat. As a bonus, they're also super tasty.
Get the recipe at Saving Dessert.
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Chocolate Gingerbread Cake
This drool-worthy creation features a chocolate gingerbread cake and a dark chocolate ganache.
Get the recipe at Liv for Cake.
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Cranberry Orange Spice Cake
This fruit-infused cake is finished with a white chocolate orange buttercream.
Get the recipe at The Cake Blog.
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Peppermint Chocolate Cake with Peppermint Buttercream Frosting
This blogger calls her dessert "seriously dreamy."
Get the recipe at Cooking Classy.
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Gingerbread Cake With Caramel Cream Cheese Buttercream
The only way to top this super sweet cake? With gingerbread cookies, of course!
Get the recipe at Half Baked Harvest.
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Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
A moist cake plus a fluffy frosting is the recipe for a delicious dessert.
Get the recipe at Baker by Nature.
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Candy Cane Crunch Cake
Dark chocolate and peppermint are a match made in holiday dessert heaven.
Get the recipe at A Beautiful Plate.
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Spiked Eggnog Cake
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.
Get the recipe at Liv for Cake.
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Peppermint Chip Layer Cake
Be patient when creaming the butter and sugar together—it will make a much fluffier finished product.
Get the recipe at Life, Love and Sugar.
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Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Top off a simple cake with a gingerbread house for a creative, festive finish.
Get the recipe at Liv For Cake.
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Cranberry, Orange, and Walnut Layer Cake
Embrace cranberry season by crowning this cake with fresh, sugared berries.
Get the recipe at Super Golden Bakes.
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Chocolate Coconut Winter Wonderland Cake
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.
Get the recipe at Sprinkles For Breakfast.
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Chocolate Pine Cone Cake
Or, if you prefer a more rustic look, try this nature-inspired chocolate creation.
Get the recipe at Oh! Nuts.
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Chocolate Peppermint Crunch Bundt Cake
Refreshing peppermint candies are the perfect complement to rich, decadent chocolate cake.
Get the recipe at Yellow Bliss Road.
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Candy Cane Peppermint and White Chocolate Swirl Cake
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.
Get the recipe at Raspberri Cupcakes.
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Ugly Christmas Sweater Cake
A plain yellow cake gets an "ugly" makeover thanks to colored fondant Christmas sweater swatches.
Get the recipe at Sprinkle Bakes.
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Chocolate Peppermint Holiday Cake
Obviously, peppermint and chocolate is the perfect dessert combination during the holiday season. The playfully sweet meringue kisses on top really take the cake.
Get the recipe at The Kitchen McCabe.
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Eggnog Cake
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.
Get the recipe at The Cake Blog.
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Ferrero Rocher Cake
The decadent chocolate candy ball is a favorite among people of all ages, so imagine how much better it would be in cake form.
Get the recipe at Let the Baking Begin.
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Pomegranate Christmas Cake
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.
Get the recipe at Natasha's Kitchen.
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Almond Honey Cake with Strawberry Ripple Cream
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.
Get the recipe at Half Baked Harvest.
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Italian Cream Cake
This cream cake takes delicious to the next level with sweetened coconut flakes mixed with toasted pecan pieces.
Get the recipe at Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen.
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Sparking Cranberry White Chocolate Cake
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.
Get the recipe at Life, Love, & Sugar.
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Gingersnap Spice Cake
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.
Get the recipe at Chef in Training.
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Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Sugared Cranberries
This soft and fluffy gingerbread cake not only looks divine, it tastes heavenly, too.
Get the recipe at Call Me Cupcake.
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Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake
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.
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Forêt Noire
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.
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Peppermint Crunch Coconut Christmas Cake
If this pretty peppermint cake doesn't scream Christmas, we don't know what does.
Get the recipe at Curly Girl Kitchen.
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Blue Velvet Coconut Torte
Having a blue Christmas? A slice of this cake will make all your holiday stress melt away.
Get the recipe at Betty Crocker.
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