Does your son think he's prince of the playground? Does your daughter don a crown everywhere she goes? Then congratulations — you are the proud parent of a royal baby (just not the royal baby [1]). As the mom of a future ruler, you'll probably be forced to throw a lavish celebration or two, and we all know that no party, royal or otherwise, is complete without a cake. But just how does one create a crown-worthy confection? Check out some pieces of sweet inspiration, fit for your little prince or princess.
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All the Frills
This two-tiered cake has everything a royal lady needs — a bow, a crown, and lots of pink!
Source: Instagram user esperanzarose [3]
Disney Babies
Can you find the younger versions of some favorite Disney princesses?
Source: Instagram user butterfly4bell [4]
Crowning Cupcake
Top store-bought or homemade confections with a fondant headpiece.
Source: Instagram user cakeitbyjoan [5]
Shining Princess
Add a few fondant stars to make your cake pop.
Source: Instagram user lauracastanod [6]
Cinderella's Carriage
We spy a very special slipper!
Source: Instagram user caksbyboo [7]
Dressed to Impress
If your little one can't pick a favorite princess, make sugar cookies of all their dresses.
Source: Instagram user bethany.lew [8]
King in Training
Celebrate your prince with a royal-blue cake.
Source: Instagram user rauwza [9]
Pretty Pretty Princess
Place a toy crown on top of a cake for some royal decor.
Source: Instagram user lauracaulxx [10]
Royal Sisters
Do you want to build these Frozen princesses? It's really not that hard.
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Sweet Scepter
Simply stick sugar cookies on a stick to make guests their own edible wands.
Source: Instagram user taniarotoli [12]
Picture-Perfect Palace
Ice cream cones are the key to constructing this royal home.
Source: Instagram user yumyumyummyrumblecakes [13]
The Princess and the Pea
Re-create this classic fairy tale with some cake and a crown.
Source: Instagram user cuppycakes___ [14]
Frosted Fashion
Use paper cutouts and colored icing to create these princess cupcakes.
Source: Instagram user bettymaysbakery [15]
Boyish Crowns
This cake has a real elegant feel, don't you think?
Source: Instagram user sweetshannonigans [16]
Gang's All Here
Use figurines to create this sweet concoction.
Source: Instagram user sugarlovebykimi [17]
Pint-Size Princess
Trade in tiered cakes for tiny confections.
Source: Instagram user heavenly.tiers [18]
Sweet Snow White
But where are her seven dwarfs?
Source: Instagram user redrosecake [19]
White Party
White fondant and gold accents give the cake a more mature look.
Source: Instagram user cakemebabynl [20]
Dress Pops
If you have the skills and patience, these Disney pops are a great dessert option.
Source: Instagram user superbakedgoods [21]
Welcome Home
We wouldn't mind living in a palace made of cake, would you?
Source: Instagram user karenscupcakesbyk2005 [22]
The Little Prince
A simple yet sweet way to celebrate your baby boy.
Source: Instagram user cupcakeologypa [23]
Kiss the Frog
That's one frog we wouldn't mind smooching.
Source: Instagram user rodrec12 [24]
Glitter Girl
Jazz up a sugar cookie with some colorful crystals.
Source: Instagram user rupa_owen [25]
Minnie Princess
Combine her love of Disney with her love of royalty.
Source: Instagram user krisota [26]
The Royal Outfit
Arrange cupcakes to create an adorable outfit fit for a princess.
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