Surprise Cakes

Book excerpt: Surprise Cakes brings the art of cake decorating to a whole new level, revealing how to bake amazing and surprising designs and patterns right inside your cake. So when you slice open your masterpiece for guests, you'll be treated to oohs and aahs all around. The impact of your cake--traditionally lost upon cutting - will go on to surprise your guests with hidden designs baked baked directly into the sponge, or through clever use of frostings or jam. With recipes, baking tips, and frostings, you'll be guided through the easy, step-by-step process from the very start of your project to the finish. There are clever projects for all occasions including: - Gender Reveal Cakes which are a baby shower favorite. Slice open the cake to discover the gender of the baby! - Animal Surprise Cakes which reveal cakes featuring fun and zany animal prints and patterns like zebra stripes and leopard spots. - Birthday Cakes for Kids like rainbow surprise cakes, paint splatter cakes, and balloon-inside cakes. Enjoy creating cakes to surprise friends and family with throughout the year.