Selecting the perfect design for your girlfriend's birthday cake doesn't need to be stressful. Think about her personality and the traits you love about her and you're sure to choose a cake design that she loves!
Elegant, Trendy Mirror Glaze Cake
Mirror glaze cakes are a hot trend that has staying power. This elegant option is perfect for a sophisticated girlfriend who fancies living in the lap of luxury. A dash of gold dust through the middle with a border in edible gold pieces adds a luxurious look to a cake that is perfect for the girlfriend who enjoys the finer things in life. Top it with a couple homemade macarons for a final touch of sweetness. Making mirror glaze isn't difficult, but you might want to buy double the ingredients, so you can practice (just in case!) if you plan to make the cake yourself.
Fashion Forward Cake
If your girlfriend is a fashionista who is always in vogue, this cake is perfect for her birthday celebration. It features designer shoes, jewelry, makeup, and brands that she'll recognize. Take a peek in her closet if you're not sure about the exact designers she favors! Shape the toppers using rolled fondant, gum paste, and crispy rice treats covered in fondant. The shoe box and gift box can be additional cake layers.
Free Spirit Rainbow Cake
A lovely rainbow cake is perfect for the free-spirited young-at-heart girlfriend. This design is ideal for someone who enjoys retro or bohemian vibes. This is also a good option if you just started dating and you're not sure of her favorite color or don't yet know much about her interests. Use food coloring to dye each layer a different color (you can use cake mix to keep things simple). Once the cake has cooled, stack in the order of the rainbow. Tint buttercream frosting to match each layer and then spread around the outside, covering the corresponding cake color. Use a large cake smoothing comb to remove frosting and naturally blend the layers together. Taking the time to dye each layer will surely impress her, as will the blended frosting design.
Wild Thing Cake
A girlfriend who lives a little on the wild side or who loves exotic animals will treasure a cake that shows her stripes (or spots!) to everyone. Zebra stripes, tiger stripes, and even leopard spots all make great cake designs for a girlfriend with these interests. Cut the stripes or spots out of fondant and then add a fondant bow and star topper in her favorite bright color (like pink, turquoise, yellow, or red). It's up to you whether you want to add her age; just be sure she isn't sensitive about the upcoming birthday.
Cake for the Foodie Girlfriend
If your girlfriend has a particular passion for dessert, a cake that features several sweet treats is sure to please. This cake features several sizes of ice cream cones with buttercream "ice cream" coming out of them, candies, cut strawberries, and a large lollipop. Match the cake design and toppings to your girlfriend's favorite flavors. The design shown here is ideal for someone who loves all things strawberry. If she's a chocoholic, use chocolate frosting with mini candy bars and chocolate chips to decorate the top.
Modern Minimalist Sprinkle Cake
Sometimes all you have to do to impress your girlfriend is to make her a simple cake that reflects her minimalist nature. For this design, cover a cake in white frosting, then press a heart-shaped cookie cutter into the best side (centered). Carefully shake sprinkles into the cutter, taking care to avoid going outside the cutter. Remove the cutter slowly. Use a toothpick to gently flick off any stray sprinkles. Top the cake with a small chalkboard sign.
Personalized Girlfriend Birthday Cakes
It doesn't matter whether your cake is simple or spectacular. What matters is whether you selected the flavor and design with her in mind. As long as you choose a cake that matches her personality and preferences, you're sure to score some major points on her birthday!
