Planning a baby shower? Shareable, pull-apart cupcake cakes are the perfect sweet treat for celebrating a mom-to-be! Easy to serve and endlessly customizable, this Rattle Cupcake Cake is a crowd-pleaser that’s as adorable as it is delicious.
Why Choose a Cupcake Cake for Your Baby Shower?
Cupcake cakes are ideal for parties because:
- They’re easy to portion and serve.
- No knife is needed—guests can simply grab a cupcake.
- You can shape and decorate them into creative designs, like this baby rattle!
Make the day extra memorable for the mom-to-be with a themed dessert she’ll love.
How to Plan the Perfect Baby Shower Cake
Before making your cake, decide on your baby shower theme. Consider:
- Gender Reveal: Use pink and blue icing or create a surprise filling inside the cupcakes.
- Girl Themes: Think princess, ballerina, or unicorn with pinks and florals.
- Boy Themes: Go for little prince, jungle animals, or nautical ideas.
- Gender Neutral: Yellow, mint, grey, or even duck-themed decor are always a hit.
Match your cake to the party décor for a polished and thoughtful touch. You can use store-bought cupcakes or bake your own with a mix!
How to Make a Rattle Cupcake Cake
- Start with a Cake Board: Outline a rattle shape using a sturdy cake board for a clean layout and space to write a message.
- Arrange Cupcakes: Use a combination of large and mini cupcakes to form the handle and rattle head.
- Decorate Creatively: Blue fondant or frosting for boys, Pink rosette icing for a princess theme, Yellow or grey for neutral styles. Add edible flowers, baby blocks, animal toppers, or fondant toys
- Personal Touch: Customize it with the baby’s name or a sweet message for the mom-to-be!
Visual Inspiration
Here are some stunning examples of rattle cupcake cakes to inspire your own creation:
1. Classic Blue Rattle Cupcake Cake
A classic rattle-shaped cupcake cake with blue fondant accents makes a charming centerpiece for a boy-themed baby shower.
2. Baby Rattle Pull-Apart Cupcake Cake
This adorable baby rattle cupcake cake is perfect for a baby shower! Made with colorful cupcakes in pink, blue, and yellow, it’s both fun and easy to serve. Just pull apart and enjoy—no cutting required!
3. Gender Reveal Rattle Cupcake Cake with Rose Swirl Frosting
This stunning rattle cupcake cake is perfect for a gender reveal celebration! Decorated with elegant pink and blue rose-style frosting and pearl toppers, it’s a sweet and stylish centerpiece your guests will love.
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What size is the cake board?
Hi Reta, Thanks for contacting us! You can purchase the board here the cupcakes are arranged on the diagonal, and you can then have room to write a little message.