Does your son think he's prince of the playground? Does your daughter don a crown everywhere she goes? Then congratulations — you are the proud parent of a royal baby (just not the royal baby). As the mom of a future ruler, you'll probably be forced to throw a lavish celebration or two, and we all know that no party, royal or otherwise, is complete without a cake. But just how does one create a crown-worthy confection? Check out some pieces of sweet inspiration, fit for your little prince or princess. Source: Instagram
This two-tiered cake has everything a royal lady needs — a bow, a crown, and lots of pink! Source: Instagram user esperanzarose
Can you find the younger versions of some favorite Disney princesses? Source: Instagram user butterfly4bell
Top store-bought or homemade confections with a fondant headpiece. Source: Instagram user cakeitbyjoan
If your little one can't pick a favorite princess, make sugar cookies of all their dresses. Source: Instagram user bethany.lew
Place a toy crown on top of a cake for some royal decor. Source: Instagram user lauracaulxx
Do you want to build these Frozen princesses? It's really not that hard. Source: Instagram user feli_bee
Simply stick sugar cookies on a stick to make guests their own edible wands. Source: Instagram user taniarotoli
Ice cream cones are the key to constructing this royal home. Source: Instagram user yumyumyummyrumblecakes
Re-create this classic fairy tale with some cake and a crown. Source: Instagram user cuppycakes___
Use paper cutouts and colored icing to create these princess cupcakes. Source: Instagram user bettymaysbakery
This cake has a real elegant feel, don't you think? Source: Instagram user sweetshannonigans
Use figurines to create this sweet concoction. Source: Instagram user sugarlovebykimi
White fondant and gold accents give the cake a more mature look. Source: Instagram user cakemebabynl
If you have the skills and patience, these Disney pops are a great dessert option. Source: Instagram user superbakedgoods
We wouldn't mind living in a palace made of cake, would you? Source: Instagram user karenscupcakesbyk2005
A simple yet sweet way to celebrate your baby boy. Source: Instagram user cupcakeologypa
Arrange cupcakes to create an adorable outfit fit for a princess. Source: Instagram user muncygirl