Planning your little girl’s first birthday? is such an exciting milestone, and the cake is often the star of the party! To make your planning easier, we’ve rounded up the 60 most popular girl 1st birthday cakes to inspire you.
From whimsical unicorn cakes to sparkling princess designs, colorful rainbows, and adorable animal cakes, there’s something here to match every style. You’ll find everything from elegant floral creations and pastel drip cakes to playful smash cakes that are perfect for photos.
Don’t forget to explore our list of the most popular girl 1st birthday themes for even more inspiration. And if you’re also planning for a little boy, we’ve got plenty of boy first birthday ideas you’ll love too!
Remember, the most important thing is that your daughter enjoys her special day with her friends and family, and always keep in mind your daughter’s favorite colors or characters when choosing a cake design.
We hope our list of the 60 most popular girl 1st birthday cakes will help you find inspiration to create the perfect centerpiece for your daughter’s celebration!
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Why Parents Love These Girl 1st Birthday Cakes
- ✨ Adorable themes
From princess and unicorn cakes to character favorites like Bluey and Minnie Mouse, these designs are created with sweet, charming details that perfectly capture the joy of a baby girl’s first birthday. - 🍓 Delicious flavor options
Whether you prefer classic vanilla, chocolate, or fruity flavors like strawberry and lemon, these cakes can be tailored to please kids and adults alike. Many bakeries also offer allergy-friendly options to keep every guest happy. - 🎀 Fully customizable
Each 1st birthday cake for girls can be personalized with colors, toppers, or even a custom smash cake just for your little one. Adding those special touches makes the celebration feel truly unique. - 📸 Picture-perfect memories
A beautiful cake isn’t just dessert — it becomes the centerpiece of your party. These cakes create adorable photo opportunities you’ll treasure forever, while giving your family and friends a sweet memory of your baby’s milestone.
60 Most Popular Girl 1st Birthday Cakes
👑 Princess & Fairytale Cakes
1: Princess Cake
There’s not a little princess out there that doesn’t deserve a stunning 1st birthday cake on her special day.
This gorgeously decorated pink cake is definitely fit for a princess party, with its wonderful fondant flowers and ribbons.
The pink fondant crown is the perfect finishing touch!
Feel free to use our free little princess party printables to decorate your party.
2: Frozen Cake
Let it go and embrace the magic of a Frozen-themed birthday bash!
Recreate a snowglobe by adorning a purple frosted Frozen-themed birthday cake with a a cute Elsa figurine, covered with an upside-down goldfish bowl. Maybe add a sprinkle of edible glitter for some sparkle and decorate with some pale blue edible pearls.
Your little one will feel like a true snow queen, surrounded by the enchanting world of Arendelle.
Download our fun and FREE Frozen party printables including invitations, and adorable FREE Frozen 2 party printables and use them to decorate your party without spending a lot a fortune.
3: Alice In Wonderland Cake
This Alice in Wonderland-themed fondant cake is insane! I’ve never seen anything quite as eccentric and marvelous!
The tiers are crazy. Each one is inspired by a different character, such as the Mad Hatter, the Queen of Hearts, and the Cheshire Cat.
Your guests will never be the same after setting eyes on it!
Check out all our Alice in Wonderland birthday cake ideas, and decorate your party with our cute FREE Alice in Wonderland party printables!
4: Cinderella Cake
A Cinderella cake is a beautiful choice for a little girl’s 1st birthday because it makes her feel like royalty. With a carriage, tiaras, and sparkle, it’s pure fairytale magic.
It’s the perfect way to celebrate your little one’s Cinderella birthday party.
5: Snow White Cake
There’s not a mom among us that doesn’t strive to find the perfect cake to celebrate her child’s first year.
Snow White is a much-loved Disney princess, so if you are stuck on ideas for a Snow White-themed cake look no further!
This cake may look simple, but it definitely does the trick.
Decorated with an illustration of Snow White, and topped with a single red apple, this cake will look amazing on your dessert table, and is perfect for a Snow White-themed birthday party!
6: Fairy Cake
Turn a first birthday party into a magical delight with an enchanting fairy-themed birthday cake like the one below.
You really couldn’t wish for a more on-theme cake than this one, decorated with a cute little fairy door, butterflies, and pretty flowers.
Check out all these real fairy-themed birthday parties.
7: Ballerina Cake
If you are out to impress then you won’t want to be this fabulous prima ballerina 1st birthday cake!
It’s just what you need to celebrate the big day in style. Each of the cake layers is delicately decorated and the fondant ballet slippers are the perfect final touch!
Check out all our beautiful ballerina parties, and use our free ballerina party printables to decorate your party!
8: Little Red Riding Hood Cake
A Little Red Riding Hood 1st birthday cake is the perfect centerpiece for a Little Red Riding Hood birthday party. With its bright red details, woodland animals, and sweet fairytale charm, it brings the storybook theme to life.
This timeless design makes a magical and unforgettable choice for celebrating your baby girl’s very first birthday.
🎭 Popular Character Cakes
9: Encanto Cake
Step into the enchanting world of Encanto with an unforgetable Encanto 1st birthday party!
Everyone is going to love your Encanto cake designed to look the magical Casita bursting with vibrant fondant flowers, edible butterflies, and it’s beloved famailia Madrigal characters, weaving a tale of joy and wonder throughout your celebration.
Each slice becomes a delicious journey into magic, as laughter, love, and unforgettable melodies fill the air with warmth and delight.
You are more than welcome to downaload our FREE Encanto party printables and to use them to decorate your party! Great if you are on a budget!
10: Minnie Mouse Cake
One of our most popular first-birthday themes for girls is Minnie Mouse. so if you are planning to throw your little girl one then you won’t want to miss this pretty pink polka dot Minnie Mouse cake!
It’s really simple to put together with pink fondant polka dots, a black fondant Minnie and topped with a cute Minnie Mouse topper.
Download our free Minnie Mouse party printables in pink or free Minnie Mouse party printables in red to decorate your party.
11: Moana Cake
So many children fall in love with the movie Moana and its catchy songs, that it’s no surprise it’s such a popular party theme for a baby girl.
If you are looking for inspiration for a Moana-theme cake we’ve got such a treat in store!
This tiered cake is everything a Moana fan could wish for and more.
Decorate your party with our free Moana party printables. Also, feast your eyes on these fun Moana party ideas and Moana dessert tables.
12: Peppa Pig Cake
A great way to pick a party theme, for your soon to be one year old, is to simply go with whatever cartoon show they love the most at that given time.
For example, Peppa Pig is a massive hit with young children which explains why we have so many fun Peppa Pig parties all over CatchMyParty.com
If you go with a Peppa Pig cartoon cake and you really can’t go wrong! This one here is perfect because it’s decorated to look exactly like the cartoon, now how much fun is that?!
13: Baby Shark Cake
If Baby Shark has reached your house like a tidal wave then a Baby Shark party and 1st birthday cake are all you need to keep your little one content on their birthday.
Decorate your under-the-sea cake with a bunch of fondant Baby Sharks and you’re good to go!
Download our FREE Baby Shark party printable decorations to use at your party, and then take a look at all the wonderful Baby Shark party ideas!
14: Sesame Street Cake
Sesame Street is another all-time favorite with younger kids. They can spend hours glued to their screens watching it over and over again.
If this is the case in your house then there’s no way you can’t throw your daughter a Sesame Street-themed birthday party!
This Sesame Street cake is just as much fun as the show! Love all the bold and bright colors.
15: Bluey Cake
A Bluey 1st birthday cake is such a fun and colorful choice for celebrating your baby girl’s milestone.
This cake theme is perfect for a Bluey birthday party, bringing the playful spirit of the show to life with bright colors and adorable details. It’s a cheerful and creative way to make her very first birthday unforgettable.
16: Paw Patrol Cake
A Paw Patrol 1st birthday cake is the ultimate choice for little fans of Chase, Skye, and the gang. Bright, colorful, and full of playful details, it makes the perfect centerpiece for a Paw Patrol birthday party.
It’s a fun and memorable way to celebrate your baby girl’s very first milestone.
17: Peter Rabbit Cake
Peter Rabbit is a literary classic and beautifully illustrated book, that remains, to this day, a popular party theme for both little boys and little girls alike.
Mark my words, everyone will fall in love with this beautiful cake, decorated with an adorable fondant Peter Rabbit topper and delicate pink fondant flowers.
Take a look at these pretty Peter Rabbit parties!
18: Winnie the Pooh Cake
This Winnie the Pooh 1st birthday cake is pure storybook magic!
The hand-painted details bring the Hundred Acre Wood to life, with Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, and Eeyore making this design extra special.
Topped with a charming “Hunny” pot and buzzing bees, it’s a sweet and whimsical choice for celebrating a little one’s big day.
Take a look at our beautiful Winnie the Pooh parties!
19: Boss Baby Cake
Celebrate your little one’s special day with a Boss Baby-themed bash!
This pink tiered birthday cake inspired by the beloved movie is is the perfect way to add a touch of playful elegance to your party!
It’s sure to steal the show and fill your party with laughter and joy.
For more inspiration check out all Boss Baby party ideas!
20: Wonder Woman Cake
Superheroes aren’t just for little boys. There’s nothing more powerful than letting your little girl know she too can be a superhero from a young age, which is why Wonder Woman is the perfect role model and a great theme for a 1st birthday.
Let your Wonder Woman-inspired cake shine on your dessert table. You’ve got to love the fondant Wonder Woman crown topper!
✨ Magical & Whimsical Cakes
21: Mermaid Cake
If you have a little mermaid at home that loves everything about them, then throwing a mermaid party is a great choice.
Impress your party guests with a gorgeous mermaid-inspired 1st birthday cake like this one.
The bottom tier is decorated with a variety of fondant shells, and the top tier is decorated with gorgeous pink, purple, and teal mermaid tail scales.
To finish it off just place a sparkly 1 topper and you’ve got yourself the perfect mermaid birthday cake!
Decorate your party with our free mermaid party printables or browse these fantastic mermaid party ideas.
Be sure to check out all these amazing mermaid birthday cake and mermaid party foods ideas too!
22: Unicorn Cake
There are so many creative ideas to choose from when it comes to picking your daughters’ first cake.
If you are thinking of having a unicorn party, surprise your guests with a sweet unicorn-theme cake, like this one, decorated with colorful sprinkles and cute candy.
Top it with an adorable fondant unicorn and a number one.
Use our free unicorn party printables to decorate your party!
23: Rainbow Cake
If you are planning a rainbow-themed party you’ll want to treat everyone to a show-stopping cake no one will forget anytime soon!
Decorated with an impressive fondant rainbow, cute butterflies, macarons, and colorful balls, this rainbow cake is what dreams are made of!
Don’t miss all these magical rainbow party ideas.
24: Butterfly Cake
If you are throwing a butterfly-themed party you won’t want to miss this spectacular three-tier cake!
Decorated from top to bottom with loads of pretty butterflies, this customized cake is just what you need to take center stage at your party!
25: Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Cake
Babies love nothing more than resting on their mother’s lap while being sung a sweet nursery rhyme. Twinkle Twinkle is an all-time favorite and a really popular 1st birthday party theme too.
Treat your baby girl to a stunning 1st birthday cake with a beautiful topper to give it a Twinkle Twinkle Little Star vibe.
Get ready to be blown away by all our stunning star-themed parties!
26: Hot Air Balloon Cake
There’s something so special about hot air balloons and the way they transport us to magical places.
A good idea to celebrate a birthday for the first time would be with a hot air balloon party.
Decorate your cake with fondant hot air balloons and stars and you’ll have yourself a show-stopper!
27: Carousel Cake
Another cake that is sure to delight everyone is this beautiful carousel-themed one!
This feminine cake has so many gorgeous little details, such as pretty fondant flowers, bows, and carousel horses, that it’s hard not to fall in love with it.
If you are looking for carousel party ideas we’ve got you covered too!
🐾 Animal & Nature Cakes
28: Woodland Cake
Young kids can’t get enough of cute woodland animals which explains why woodland parties are on the rise and the trend is growing before our eyes.
This woodland-themed cake is just what you need for your baby’s first birthday, with a bunch of adorable fondant animals and pretty flowers.
29: Safari Cake
Kids love everything about wild animals and could literally spend hours marveling at them at the zoo, which I guess explains why safari parties are all over CatchMyParty.com.
Treat your one-year-old to a fun-packed safari-themed party with a beautiful ruffle cake like this one. Sometimes you don’t need to go all out and a simple cake will do the trick. Make sure you have food allergies in consideration when thinking about what recipe to go with.
A smash cake is a great choice and so much fun for your baby! Remember to have your camera ready to capture those priceless moments!
If you are on a budget make sure you download our FREE safari party decorations!
30: Farm Cake
This farm-themed 1st birthday cake is as sweet as can be!
With adorable fondant farm animals, a pastel bunting banner, and a cute little cow topper, it’s the perfect way to celebrate a little one’s big day.
The soft colors and charming details make this cake a barnyard dream come true!
Be sure to check out all our sweet farm-themed parties.
31: Bunny Cake
It’s not every day you have the privilege of celebrating a special occasion, so go all out and throw a sweet bunny-themed 1st birthday, with a gorgeous cake like this one, that will leave your guests speechless!
Everything about this ombre drip cake is so impressive. From the cute fondant bunny to the beautiful fresh flowers this birthday cake will most definitely stand out!
Take a look at the gorgeous bunny birthday parties.
32: Flamingo Cake
Finding the perfect first birthday cake may seem complicated, but we are here to help!.
If you are throwing your 1st birthday party during the summer how about treating your birthday girl to a flamingo-themed party with an elegant cake like this one?
This graceful pink naked cake is just what you need for an unforgettable celebration!
Don’t miss these beautiful flamingo party ideas!
33: Llama Cake
Turn your party is to a fun fiesta by throwing a llama-theme celebration with all your family and friends.
Make sure your one-year birthday cake lives up to all expectations and that it looks perfect on your dessert table.
This cake may shy away from a more traditional look, but it’s just as impressive. Love the adorable llama topper!
Check out these cute llama 1st birthday parties!
34: Dinosaur Cake
A great party theme for both baby boys and baby girls is a dinosaur-themed birthday party!
Dress up your cake in cute fondant girly dinosaurs in pretty bows and flowers, and you’ll delight all the little girls at your bash!
How can anyone not be impressed with a fabulous pink dinosaur cake like this one?
35: Teddy Bear Cake
If your little one can’t get enough of cuddly teddy bears, then a Teddy Bear-themed birthday bash is a must!
This adorable cake, adorned with fondant teddy bears and and a beautiful fondant bow, perfectly captures the whimsy and charm of your child’s favorite companion.
With its sweet design and cheerful colors, it’s bound to be as much fun as hugging their favorite teddy bear, making it the perfect centerpiece for a memorable first birthday celebration.
36: Cat Cake
A cat 1st birthday cake is a purr-fect choice for celebrating your baby girl’s special milestone. With sweet whiskers, pastel colors, and playful designs, it makes the ideal centerpiece for a cat birthday party.
This adorable theme is fun, girly, and unforgettable for her very first celebration.
37: Puppy Dog Cake
A puppy dog 1st birthday cake is an adorable choice for celebrating your baby girl’s first milestone. With playful paw prints, floppy ears, and sweet pastel details, it’s the perfect centerpiece for a puppy dog birthday party.
This cute and cheerful theme is a wonderful way to make her big day unforgettable.
38: Swan Cake
If you dream of a more delicate cake then this swan-themed 1st birthday cake will definitely do the trick.
Decorated with a gorgeous swan topper with white feathers, this impressive cake just oozes finesse!
Take a look at the fabulous swan-themed parties!
39: Bumble Bee Cake
If you are throwing a bumblebee-themed birthday how about treating all your family and friends to a sweet bumblebee-themed cake like the one below?
Start off with a yellow frosted cake and decorate with fondant hexagons, to give your cake a honeycomb vibe.
Decorate with a cute bumblebee topper and you’re done!
40: Ladybug Cake
A ladybug 1st birthday cake is a sweet and timeless choice for your baby girl’s big day. With its red, black, and white details, it makes the perfect centerpiece for a ladybug birthday party.
This cheerful theme is playful, girly, and ideal for celebrating her very first milestone.
41: Garden Cake
If you plan on throwing a garden-themed 1st birthday, you’ll undoubtedly want to gather everyone around this fantastic garden-themed cake to wish your child a happy birthday.
Covered from top to bottom with pretty fondant flowers, this fabulous 1st birthday cake will stop everyone in their tracks.
Make sure you serve a larger cake if you have invited many people.
42: Bambi Cake
Another favorite with little ones is Bambi. The movie has such a warm place in our hearts, making it a great party theme for a 1st birthday.
Treat your daughter to a special cake on her special day, with an impressive Bambi birthday cake like this one.
Decorated with pretty pink butterflies, a Bambi illustration, and a sweet ‘one’ cake topper, this birthday cake will surely blow your guests away!
🍓Food-Inspired Cakes
43: Ice Cream Cake
This ice cream-themed cake is a great choice for a 1st birthday because it’s whimsical, colorful, and perfectly suited for a sweet celebration.
The pastel hues and soft design make it visually charming, while the playful ice cream cone and number one topper highlight the milestone in an adorable way.
Plus, the fun theme pairs perfectly with an ice cream party, creating a memorable and joyful experience for little ones and guests alike!
44: Donut Cake
Donuts are hard to resist as is a donut-themed birthday!
Treat everyone to a fun donut-inspired birthday cake decorated with a bunch of cute donut cookies, like the one below and your guests will be scrambling for more.
Use our free donut party printables to decorate your party and look at the gorgeous donut party ideas!
45: Candyland Cake
Indulge in a sweet celebration with a Candyland-themed birthday party!
A cake decorated with colorful fondant candies, lollipops, and donuts will satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth and create a whimsical atmosphere, where every corner is filled with delicious surprises and sugary delights.
46: Fruit Cake
A tutti frutti-themed party is a perfect way to introduce your baby girl to a bunch of fresh fruits. The best part is that you can even serve them to your guests as a healthy party food option!
Treat everyone to a cute fruit-inspired birthday cake that is sure to melt hearts. I mean, just look at this sweet cake… irresistible!
Take a look at our pretty fruit parties!
47: Strawberry Cake
A strawberry cake is perfect for a little girl’s strawberry-themed 1st birthday because it’s fresh, sweet, and full of charm. With pink tones, berries, and soft details, it feels girly and timeless.
It’s the perfect way to celebrate your “berry” special one-year-old.
48: Lemonade Cake
Everyone loves a lemonade stand and a refreshing glass of the sweet stuff in the summer, so how about making it the theme of your first birthday celebration?
Don’t miss this fabulous lemonade-inspired 1st birthday cake, decorated with a bunch of lemon slices. It’s sure to make heads turn.
Take a look at all our sweet lemonade parties.
49: Picnic Cake
A picnic cake is perfect for a little girl’s picnic-themed party because it’s playful, colorful, and full of summertime charm. With gingham patterns, fruits, and sweet details, it feels cozy and cheerful.
It’s a delightful way to celebrate her first year outdoors with family and friends.
🎪 Adventure & Party Theme Cakes
50: Circus Cake
Step right up to the greatest show on earth with a circus birthday extravaganza!
Treat your guests to the ultimate show-stopper by having a pink and white fondant striped cake, resembeling a big top tent, and top it with colorful fondant circus animals.
It will bring the excitement and wonder of the circus right to your party, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Download our FREE circus party printables that you can use to decorate your party! For more inspiration check out all our excellent carnival party ideas.
51: Cowgirl Cake
This cow-print cake is the perfect fit for a cowgirl-themed 1st birthday party!
The bold black and white pattern captures the fun of a farm or Western setting, while the adorable pink horse topper adds a sweet and girly touch.
It’s a charming way to celebrate a little cowgirl’s big day, making for a cake that’s as cute as it is on-theme!
Take a look at some wonderful cowgirl parties!
52: Fiesta Cake
This Mexican fiesta-themed fondant cake is absolutely spectacular and perfect if you are celebrating a 1st birthday with a Mexican fiesta!
Bursting with vibrant colors and inspired by traditional Mexican embroidery,this beautiful cake is topped with gorgeous flowers, that will let your guests know that they are in for a fabulous fiesta!
Don’t miss all our amazing Mexican-themed party ideas!
53: Luau Cake
If your little one is turning one over the summer, then a great theme would undoubtedly be a summer luau 1st birthday party! We’ve so many great Luau party ideas you won’t want to miss!
Add some summer vibes to your birthday cake with some fondant hibiscus flowers, palm trees, flamingos, and any other summer-inspired decorations that come to mind!
🎃Seasonal & Holiday Cakes
55: Pumpkin Cake
Celebrate a fall 1st birthday with a cute pumpkin-inspired 1st birthday.
Have you ever seen a more amazing birthday cake than this one?
You’ve got to love the incredible pumpkin top tier!
55: Winter Onderland Cake
Turn a simple white cake into a winter ‘onderland’ by adding a gorgeous sparkly ‘one’ topper with a snowflake. This is a fine example of how sometimes more is less!
Don’t miss these beautiful Winter Onderland parties for a bunch of cool winter party ideas!
56: Sunshine Cake
A sunshine-themed party is the perfect way to celebrate the bright spirit of your little one’s first year!
Let your sunshine-inspired cake take center stage, radiating warmth and joy with its golden hues and fondant sunburst decorations.
Who can resist the adorable fondant sun topper? It’s sure to brighten up your dessert table?
🌸Stylish & Trendy Cakes
57: Boho Chic Cake
Treat your little girl to a whimsical boho party with a gorgeous naked cake, like this one.
Topped with some beautiful fresh flowers and a wooden ‘one’ topper this cake will certainly take center stage at your big celebration!
58: French /Parisian
If you are looking for a sophisticated 1st birthday cake for a stylish Parisian-themed party then this next cake is just what you are looking for!
Inspired by French patisseries this 1st birthday cake will add so much class and chic to an already elegant party!
Don’t miss these gorgeous French / Parisian party decorations and ideas!
59: Tea Party
This tea party-themed birthday cake is another exquisite example of just how mind-blowing your 1st birthday cake can be.
There’s no way your guests won’t be in awe of this masterpiece!. Made up with a bunch of pretty tiers it’s only fitting that the top one is a teapot!
Take a look at our lovely tea party printables!
60: Bow Cake
A bow 1st birthday cake is simple, chic, and oh-so stylish. Whether in pastel pink, gold, or glittery designs, bows add a girly and elegant touch.
It’s a versatile theme that pairs beautifully with a bow birthday party.
Girl 1st Birthday Cake FAQs
Some of the most popular themes include princess cakes, unicorn cakes, Minnie Mouse cakes, and floral designs. Parents also love character cakes like Bluey, Paw Patrol, and Baby Shark for a fun and colorful celebration.
Yes! A smash cake is a small cake made just for your baby to dig into and enjoy. It makes for adorable photos and allows your little one to have her own special cake moment.
Think about your party theme, your child’s favorite characters or colors, and your budget. Many parents choose a cake that matches the overall décor, while others go for a timeless choice like a princess or floral cake.
Absolutely! Simple designs like rainbow cakes, strawberry cakes, or picnic-inspired cakes can be made at home with buttercream and a few cute toppers. DIY cakes are a budget-friendly way to add a personal touch to your celebration.
It depends on your guest count. A 6-inch cake is perfect for a smash cake, while an 8–10 inch cake or a 2-tier cake works well for 20–30 guests. Always consider if you’ll serve additional desserts like cupcakes or cookies.
Trendy themes this year include boho chic cakes, sunshine cakes, picnic cakes, and Encanto-inspired cakes. These modern designs mix style with playfulness, making them perfect for Instagram-worthy party photos.
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