60+ examples of one of the most stylish desserts – the geode cake

In the age of social media and especially Instagram and Pinterest, trends have taken a life of their own. And, although, trends come and go all the time, there are still the ones who are here to stay. No industry is safe from the trends invasion. Whether it’s beauty and fashion, healthy lifestyle fads or even baking and desserts, trends are the thing to watch. Cake making is no different. There are so many different trends in baking that it is often difficult to keep up. One of them, however, apparently is here to stay. So, in this article we present one of the most stylish desserts – her majesty the geode cake.

One of the most stylish desserts out there – her majesty the geode cake

What is a geode cake?

First of all, we need to explain what a geode is. Geodes are rock structures with minerals and crystals inside. They are very durable and, needless to say, very beautiful. Which is exactly why people love the idea of a geode so much. The mixture of colors, the imperfect shapes and shine make them perfect for DIY recreation. Especially when it comes to cakes. Geode cakes are truly a piece of art. And the best part is, because in reality geodes don’t have a perfect shape and no two are the same, they can be recreated even if you are not a professional baker.

Just look at this stunning piece of art

This one seems like it is defying the laws of gravity

The mixture of colors in this geode cake is perfect

Black amethyst cake – simply breathtaking

Turquoise and blue – the perfect combination

This is one gorgeous geode wedding cake

Marble geode cake – the combination of fondant and geodes

How is this cake not falling apart

How to make a geode cake – recipe?

In reality, geode cakes are not that difficult to make on your own. Just follow this super simple and easy step by step DIY tutorial and you will be amazed at how easy it is.

What do you need to make a geode cake?

• frosted cake
• clear rock candy
• gel food coloring
• a bit of vodka

If you are making the cake yourself, once it is assembled, cover it with a crumb coat. Then, cut a triangle on one side of the cake and cover the exposed part with frosting. Let it chill for a few minutes then add a second layer and smooth it out.

Cover the cake with a crumb coat and cut out a triangle on the side

Start assembling the geode by pressing the rock candy to the cut part of the cake. You can do this in any way you want. As we already mentioned geodes are not perfect in shape and no two are alike so you have a lot of freedom.

Add the rock candy to the trimmed area

Next, you need to color the rock candy. Mix the gel food coloring with a few drops of vodka and, using a paintbrush, start painting the center of the rock candy area. In order to achieve the darker to lighter effect, dilute the gel food coloring in more vodka as you go towards the edge.

Use gel food coloring mixed with a few drops of vodka to color the rock candy

Leave the rock candy around the edge uncolored and finish off with a border of edible gold paint around the rock candy.

Finish off with a beautiful edible gold paint or gold leaves

Scroll down to find even more examples of gorgeous geode cakes

Geode cake pops are also very trendy and stylish

This geode cake is so creative and stunning

And here you can actually see how it’s made

Galaxy geode cake

Rock candy cake – how is it even standing

These geode wedding cakes are truly breathtaking

White, gold and blush – simple, yet very effective combination

The perfect St. Valentine’s Day surprise

Green marble geode cake – true perfection

Amethyst cake which is going to draw all the eyes

And here’s how to make these beautiful cake topper geodes

Step by step DIY tutorial for geode cupcakes

Pinterest-worthy cake for sure

Leave it to the professionals to create something so beautiful and unique

The way the colors are distributed on this cake is truly creative and interesting

This absolutely stunning, gorgeous, breathtaking cake is truly defying all laws of gravity

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