Description

A fun and easy bird-themed cake perfect for birthdays, spring parties, or playful weekend baking. Bright colors, soft layers, and charming decorations make it unforgettable.

Ingredients

1 box of vanilla or lemon cake mix (or your favorite homemade recipe)

3 large eggs

1/2 cup oil

1 cup milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 cups buttercream frosting (store-bought or homemade)

Food coloring (gel preferred for bold colors)

Shredded coconut (optional, for nest decoration)

Mini chocolate eggs or candy pieces

Candy eyes or small fondant decorations

Optional: fondant for beak, feet, and wings

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round or dome cake pan.
Prepare the cake batter according to package directions or your homemade recipe. Add vanilla for flavor boost.
Pour into pan and bake for 30–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cake cool completely, then level the top if needed.
Apply a crumb coat with a thin layer of frosting. Chill in fridge for 20 minutes.
Frost generously with colored buttercream. Smooth or swirl for texture.
Decorate with piped wings, candy eyes, and beak. Use coconut to create a nest.
Top with mini chocolate eggs for an extra touch. Serve and enjoy your bird cake masterpiece!

Notes

For a bird shape, use a dome-shaped bowl or cake mold.

Let kids help decorate with sprinkles, candy, and frosting swirls.

You can freeze the cake layers ahead for easy assembly later.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: bird cake, bird-themed cake, fun birthday cake, spring cake, kids party cake