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Halloween Cake Decorations

Posted on October 7, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Somehow Halloween is already here! Every year I try to come up with new and spooky cake ideas, and I’ve…

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Black Velvet Cake

Posted on September 30, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Red velvet is such a classic cake flavor. Not only is it delicious, it’s also stunning! There’s something so satisfying…

Posted in CakesTagged halloween37 Comments on Black Velvet Cake

What Do I Do With All My Cakes??

Posted on September 15, 2019February 5, 2020 by Chelsweets

The age old question. What do I do with all my cakes?? I can’t begin to tell you how many…

Posted in Cakes113 Comments on What Do I Do With All My Cakes??
image of a small batch blackberry chocolate cake

Chocolate Blackberry Cake

Posted on September 9, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Longest. Title. Ever!! But that’s exactly what this post is about. I’ve taken my go-to chocolate layer cake and modified…

Posted in CakesTagged small batch130 Comments on Chocolate Blackberry Cake

Orange Dreamsicle Cake

Posted on August 30, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

We’ve all seen the melted ice cream cake trend across social media (which I’m pretty sure is the brainchild of…

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Rocky Road Cake

Posted on August 26, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

We’re in the midst of the final heat waves of summer and my ice cream consumption is at an all-time…

Posted in CakesTagged Chocolate9 Comments on Rocky Road Cake

Pink Lemonade Ice Cream Cake

Posted on August 16, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Ice cream cakes were a favorite of mine growing up, so this pink lemonade ice cream cake seems like a…

Posted in CakesTagged Ice Cream Cake6 Comments on Pink Lemonade Ice Cream Cake

SpongeBob Cake

Posted on August 5, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

As a 29-year-old, I know that I should have outgrown the cartoons I grew up watching…but I simply can’t help…

Posted in CakesTagged character cakes11 Comments on SpongeBob Cake
photo of oreo drip cake

Oreo Drip Cake

Posted on July 22, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Oreo has to be one of the most tried and true cake flavors out there, and is the inspiration for…

Posted in CakesTagged drip cakes, oreo113 Comments on Oreo Drip Cake

How I Made My Own Wedding Cake

Posted on July 8, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

It’s been about two weeks since our wedding, and I couldn’t be happier that I made my own wedding cake….

Posted in Cakes, TutorialsTagged wedding cakes129 Comments on How I Made My Own Wedding Cake
photo of chelsey white chelsweets with wedding cake

My Top Tips Around Making Your Own Wedding Cake

Posted on June 25, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Wedding season is upon us, which to me really means wedding cake season is here. As a baker, I’m ambitiously…

Posted in Cakes, TutorialsTagged wedding cakes30 Comments on My Top Tips Around Making Your Own Wedding Cake
chocolate drip matcha cake photo

Matcha Drip Cake

Posted on June 12, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Matcha seems to be popping up as a flavor all over the place, and it inspired me to make this…

Posted in CakesTagged drip cakes, matcha8 Comments on Matcha Drip Cake
chocolate engagement cake decorated with edible gold and fresh roses photo

How To Put Fresh Flowers On A Buttercream Cake

Posted on June 10, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Adding fresh flowers on a cake is a beautiful and elegant way to decorate it. Sugar paste flowers can be…

Posted in Cakes, Tutorials19 Comments on How To Put Fresh Flowers On A Buttercream Cake
salted caramel drip cake photo

Caramel Drip Cake

Posted on June 7, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

I’m sure you knew when I shared my salted caramel buttercream recipe a couple weeks ago, it was only a…

Posted in CakesTagged caramel, drip cakes63 Comments on Caramel Drip Cake
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WASC Cake

Posted on June 3, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

WASC cake is truly a unique and delicious type of cake. My spin on it alters my vanilla layer cake…

Posted in CakesTagged almond89 Comments on WASC Cake
Red wine chocolate cake decorated with red wine drips, on a copper cake stand

Red Wine Chocolate Cake

Posted on May 23, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Sounds crazy, right? A red wine chocolate cake?? But when you think about a really good glass of red wine,…

Posted in CakesTagged Chocolate, drip cake17 Comments on Red Wine Chocolate Cake
photo of funfetti cake decorated with a sprinkle fault line

Sprinkle Fault Line Cake

Posted on May 13, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Sometimes I try to resist cake trends, other times I hop right on them. This sprinkle fault line cake design…

Posted in CakesTagged funfetti13 Comments on Sprinkle Fault Line Cake
colorful funfetti cake, decorated with teal and pink buttercream and colorful sprinkles

Funfetti Cake Recipe

Posted on May 9, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

How have I never shared my funfetti cake recipe?!?! It’s mind blowing, especially considering it’s my very favorite cake flavor….

Posted in CakesTagged funfetti, small batch150 Comments on Funfetti Cake Recipe
image of cake with double drip, made with chocolate ganache drips and caramel drips

Drip Cake Ideas & Inspiration

Posted on May 7, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Over the years I have made quite a few drip cakes. I thought it’d be fun to make a round…

Posted in CakesTagged drip cakes8 Comments on Drip Cake Ideas & Inspiration
small batch vanilla cake recipe

Small Batch Vanilla Cake Recipe: 6 Inch Cake

Posted on May 2, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

I’ve share my very favorite vanilla cake recipe, which has received rave reviews. It’s an amazing recipe, but makes a…

Posted in CakesTagged small batch235 Comments on Small Batch Vanilla Cake Recipe: 6 Inch Cake
image of pretty pink drip cake decorated with candy for girls birthday party

Drip Cake Recipe

Posted on April 30, 2019November 12, 2020 by Chelsweets

Drip cakes are a cake decorating style that has taken the baking world by storm. It doesn’t seem like they’re…

Posted in Cakes, Tutorials60 Comments on Drip Cake Recipe
cake batter guide for different sized pans

How Much Cake Batter Per Pan?

Posted on April 22, 2019October 31, 2020 by Chelsweets

Once you’ve decided what size of tiers you need to make, it’s time to figure out how much cake batter…

Posted in Cakes139 Comments on How Much Cake Batter Per Pan?
sliced carrot cake decorated with cute buttercream carrots

Moist Carrot Cake

Posted on April 17, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

This moist carrot cake recipe has been a long time coming. In the past, whenever I was asked to make…

Posted in CakesTagged carrot cake105 Comments on Moist Carrot Cake
Easter Bunny Cake

Easter Bunny Cake

Posted on April 16, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

I’ve made a pretty basic Easter bunny cake in the past, but this year I wanted to amp things up…

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rainbow layer cake recipe, made with 4 cake layers

Rainbow Cake Recipe

Posted on April 8, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

You would think I’ve made enough rainbow cakes, but I simply couldn’t resist sharing one more epic rainbow cake recipe…

Posted in CakesTagged Rainbow Cake24 Comments on Rainbow Cake Recipe

Pink Drip Cake

Posted on April 2, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

A few weeks ago, I had a very special opportunity to make a pink drip cake for a special shoot…

Posted in CakesTagged drip cakes6 Comments on Pink Drip Cake
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Rainbow Marble Cake

Posted on March 25, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

I’ve made rainbow cakes before, but I’ve never made a rainbow marble cake! I swirled together two shades of colorful…

Posted in CakesTagged Rainbow Cake7 Comments on Rainbow Marble Cake
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Cake Portion Guide

Posted on March 24, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

This cake portion guide is exactly what you need if you’re making a cake for an event or a wedding….

Posted in Cakes, TutorialsTagged wedding cake95 Comments on Cake Portion Guide
closeup of sliced Italian rainbow cookie cake

Rainbow Cookie Cake

Posted on March 23, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

Rainbow cookies are the inspiration for this week’s cake recipe. In fact, this rainbow cookie cake is pretty much just…

Posted in Cakes10 Comments on Rainbow Cookie Cake
Photo of a three tiered semi naked wedding cake frosted with cream cheese frosting

Making Your Own Wedding Cake

Posted on March 20, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

I’ve been pretty open sharing my engagement on social media, and one of the questions I’ve been asked the most…

Posted in Cakes, TutorialsTagged wedding cake82 Comments on Making Your Own Wedding Cake
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Birthday Cake Hat

Posted on March 18, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

Some celebrations call for a birthday cake hat!! Or a party hat cake, whatever you want to call it. Alisha…

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Image of Baileys Chocolate Cake

Baileys Chocolate Cake

Posted on March 11, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

With St. Patrick’s Day looming around the corner, it just seems right to whip up a Baileys chocolate cake. When…

Posted in Cakes63 Comments on Baileys Chocolate Cake

Naked Chocolate Cake

Posted on March 1, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

If you’ve ever struggled with frosting a cake, this naked chocolate cake is perfect for you. It’s made with moist…

Posted in Cakes, Tutorials29 Comments on Naked Chocolate Cake

Olive Oil Cake Recipe

Posted on February 25, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

I’ve never made a cake, or any baked good for that matter, with olive oil before. A majority of my…

Posted in Cakes57 Comments on Olive Oil Cake Recipe
blue buttercream snowflake cake photo

Snowflake Cake

Posted on February 18, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

I used to think making a snowflake cake had to be complicated. You either were making individual snowflakes out of…

Posted in Cakes5 Comments on Snowflake Cake
Marbled Hearts Valentine's Day Cake

Pink Velvet Cake

Posted on February 12, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

Whether you plan to celebrate Valentine’s day with your significant other, friends, or galentines, this pink velvet cake is the…

Posted in Cakes, Holiday Treats25 Comments on Pink Velvet Cake

10 Simple and Delicious Valentine’s Day Desserts

Posted on February 5, 2019November 16, 2020 by Chelsweets

Valentine’s Day is upon us, and I have a confession…I’ve never been a fan of it!!  Much to my fiance’s…

Posted in Cakes, Holiday TreatsTagged valentine's day6 Comments on 10 Simple and Delicious Valentine’s Day Desserts

Easy Marble Cake Recipe

Posted on January 30, 2019December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

You’ve been asking me for my easy marble cake recipe for a while, and I’m finally getting around to it!…

Posted in Cakes, TutorialsTagged marble cake219 Comments on Easy Marble Cake Recipe

Funfetti Cookie Dough Cake

Posted on January 27, 2019December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

As much as I love buttercream frosting, sometimes it’s fun to fill my cakes with something different. That’s where this…

Posted in CakesTagged Cookie dough, funfetti37 Comments on Funfetti Cookie Dough Cake
image of buckeye cake with chocolate drips decorate with a ring of buckeye balls

Buckeye Cake

Posted on January 23, 2019August 31, 2020 by Chelsweets

Peanut butter and chocolate has to be one of the most delicious flavor combinations of all time. Buckeyes are the…

Posted in CakesTagged peanut butter33 Comments on Buckeye Cake

Hot Chocolate Cake

Posted on January 4, 2019December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

The holidays are over, and I feel like January is when winter really begins to set in. It makes it…

Posted in CakesTagged Chocolate24 Comments on Hot Chocolate Cake
image of easy christmas tree lights cake made with M&Ms

Christmas Lights Cake

Posted on December 24, 2018December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

This time of year, I think we all appreciate a simple yet adorable cake design! With all the time that…

Posted in Cakes, Holiday TreatsTagged almond, christmas, christmas cakes3 Comments on Christmas Lights Cake

Knitted Sweater Cake

Posted on December 20, 2018December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

Despite my best intentions this winter, I haven’t shared the recipes for all of my holiday cakes! I’ve been so…

Posted in Cakes, Holiday Treats33 Comments on Knitted Sweater Cake

Peanut Butter Blossom Cake

Posted on December 6, 2018December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

Who else loves peanut butter blossom cookies?? They’re one of my favorite holiday treats, and were the first thing I…

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Apple Cider Donut Cake

Posted on November 23, 2018December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

Sharing this apple cider donut cake just before Fall ends! Last month a coworker of mine visited an apple orchard…

Posted in CakesTagged fall cakes15 Comments on Apple Cider Donut Cake

The BEST Black Friday Baking Deals!!

Posted on November 22, 2018December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

I’ve already shared my favorite tools and equipment with you, but I know sometimes it’s nice to accumulate tools overtime,…

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Nutella Banana Cake

Posted on November 21, 2018December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

Nutella is one of my favorite ingredients to bake with! I grew up eating it and love adding it into…

Posted in CakesTagged Nutella17 Comments on Nutella Banana Cake
image of a pumpkin shaped cake made with buttercream

Pumpkin Spice Layer Cake Recipe

Posted on October 29, 2018December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

I’ve been experimenting with pumpkin cake recipes for a while now, and really wanted to create my own, using my…

Posted in CakesTagged pumpkin34 Comments on Pumpkin Spice Layer Cake Recipe

PopTart Cake

Posted on October 8, 2018December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

I contribute footage of a few cakes each month to the Food Network, to share across their social channels. This…

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Mint Chocolate Chip Cake

Posted on October 4, 2018December 25, 2020 by Chelsweets

Each month I pull together a list of cake ideas and flavors, and then pick out my favorites to make!…

Posted in Cakes4 Comments on Mint Chocolate Chip Cake

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