The Nightmare Before Christmas is Tim Burton’s greatest gift to humanity, which makes these Nightmare Before Christmas cakes our greatest gift to humanity. And we’re not just saying that because hearing the name Beetlejuice makes us lose our appetites. So let’s celebrate both of our favorite days of the year with these Nightmare Before Christmas cakes, featuring Jack Skellington, Sally, and Oogie Boogie immortalized in icing. And by the fact that they’re basically already immortal. We assume. Also, did we mention that “This Is Halloween” is a total banger?
Nightmare Before Christmas Birthday Cake
We think the name at the bottom is Stella. We can’t tell, but she’s probably too excited about this gorgeous cake to be too upset about that anyway. If not, she needs to get her priorities straight.
Photo Credit: @sweettoothpastriesny
Jack Skellington Cake
The bottom tier reminds us of 90’s windbreakers, but who says that’s a bad thing? Certainly not us. Wind has been getting way too much leeway these last 30 years.
Photo Credit: @sweet_stacks_cakery
Lil’ Characters Cake
This cake isn’t necessarily little, but it is “lil,” because this baker somehow took The Nightmare Before Christmas and made it even cuter. Miracles do happen.
Photo Credit: @cantstopcakes
Conclusion
These are just a few of the many Nightmare Before Christmas cake ideas out there. With a little creativity and a lot of sugar, you can make your own spooky cake that’s sure to impress. Happy baking!
FAQ
What is the Nightmare Before Christmas?
The Nightmare Before Christmas is a 1993 American stop-motion animated musical dark fantasy film directed by Henry Selick and produced and conceived by Tim Burton. It tells the story of Jack Skellington, the King of “Halloween Town” who stumbles through a portal to “Christmas Town” and becomes obsessed with celebrating the holiday.
What is the best way to make a Nightmare Before Christmas cake?
The best way to make a Nightmare Before Christmas cake is to start with a basic cake recipe and then decorate it with black and white frosting, fondant, and other decorations. You can use a variety of techniques to create different effects, such as piping, sculpting, and painting. There are many tutorials and videos available online that can help you learn how to make a Nightmare Before Christmas cake.
What are some tips for decorating a Nightmare Before Christmas cake?
Some tips for decorating a Nightmare Before Christmas cake include using black and white frosting to create a spooky contrast, using fondant to create detailed decorations like Jack Skellington’s face, and using edible glitter or other decorations to add sparkle and shine. You can also use different cake shapes and sizes to create different effects, such as a tiered cake or a sculpted cake.
