The holiday season is the perfect time for cakes to become true centerpieces, and few designs capture the magic of Christmas quite like an iconic Christmas tree cake. This year, we partnered with Carolyn Custom Cakes to showcase her signature approach to transforming a classic holiday symbol into an elegant, show-stopping dessert.
Known for her colorful style and attention to detail, Carolyn walks us through her creative process. From stacking each layer to achieving the textured, dimensional look that brings the tree to life. Every element is thoughtfully designed to balance visual impact, making this cake both practical and beautiful.
Carolyn brings this design to life using holiday sprinkle mixes, edible jewels, edible glitter, and delicate royal icing poinsettias, all finished with professional decorating tools (everything sourced from BakeDeco). Each element adds dimension, texture, and festive sparkle.
This tutorial serves as a source of inspiration for bakers of all levels seeking a little holiday inspiration. Whether for a festive gathering, bakery display, or special client order.
The result is a Christmas tree cake that feels timeless, sophisticated, and undeniably festive. A reminder that holiday desserts can be unforgettable.