Birthday Cakes

...To make this colorful cake, press rows of mini, regular, and peanut M&M's into the icing in bold... sticks and icing to create this cool cake your little animal lover will adore. You can be as creative... as you like with this candy-covered cake. To make it, soften fruit chews in the microwave for three...

...Make a splash with this bright orange fish cake. The secret to that cool scaly look? All you need... simple to prepare. Home sweet home! Our yummy dollhouse cake is roofed with candy wafers and piped... with window boxes and curtains. Hungry buckaroos will get a kick out of this cowboy-boot cake. No special pans...

Start your ovens for treats your whole family will love.

...Sports ball pan set, $12; wilton.com Stadium pan, $35; nordicware.com Ice cream cone cake pan, $40...; jcp.com Cakesicle pan, $13; hearthsong.com Pull-apart pan, $20; pfaltzgraff.com Lego brick cake mold...

...Fanciful, whimsical, or bold - the cake is the high point of any birthday party. Here, choose from... some of our most popular cake recipes and get tips for easy cake-making. Don't forget to add candles... before singing "Happy Birthday." Bake ahead. You can bake, cool completely, wrap in plastic, and freeze...

Consider these creative ideas for your toddler's next birthday party!

In search of the perfect birthday party theme? We've got you covered with ideas for invitations, decorations, food, favors, activities, and more.

These party-worthy cupcakes contain hidden fruit or veggies, good-for-you oils, and whole-grain flours.

Admit it, this day is more for you than for him. Here are some tips to help make it special for the whole family.

Set the scene for a sweet shindig with colorful confections and décor that won't cheap out on the fun!

A party and cake are great. But there are many other ways to infuse a little magic into your child's birthday. Try celebrating with a few of these timeless, low-cost traditions

Toss out the junk food and start making snack time fun again! Check out these 20 kid-friendly ingredients that make great snacks, plus an easy recipe for each one.

Check out some fabulous, creative ideas on saving time, money, and your sanity while planning your kid's next birthday party.

...The compliments will flow when guests see -- and taste -- this luscious chocolate cake. Prep time....) devil's food cake mix, plus ingredients listed on box 1 can (16 oz.) vanilla frosting Red, yellow... to 350°F. Coat a 10-cup Bundt pan and a 4-cup glass measuring cup with cooking spray. Prepare cake mix...

Not having your party at home? Check out our guide to fantastic birthday outings.

...) pound-cake mix 1 1/2 cans (16 oz.) vanilla frosting 2 strips cherry Fruit by the Foot Purple paste food... coloring Purple nonpareils Heat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9"x 13" inch cake pan and line 6 muffin-tin cups... with liners. Prepare both boxes of cake mix according to package directions. Fill cupcake liners 3/4 full...

It doesn't take much to turn your home into a party space. Pick a few of these simple ideas to add a festive flair.

What kid doesn't love to eat with his hands? Give him a break from utensils, and serve up these easy, yummy bites for dinner.

Celebrate your child's next birthday by hosting a backyard luau party, complete with Hawaiian-inspired decor, food, games and more.

Liven up your child's next birthday cake with pretty -- and truly easy -- decorations.

Trust us -- we know these top tips work! We tapped the experts -- Parents.com readers, who swear by each and every one.

Break out these fun and creative ideas when you're cooped up indoors.

A little something special.

Serve your little one food you can feel good about. Making baby food purees from scratch is easy with our simple recipes.

Need a fun project to do with the kids? Spend an afternoon creating these playful puppy cupcakes.