Spring Flower Pot Cakes (2024)

ByShauna ObergMarch 2020February 2024

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Little flower pot cakes are a fun and tasty dessert idea for spring or Easter. Made with your favourite chocolate cake, then topped with frosting, crumbs, fresh berries, mint and flowers. So adorable!

Hello friends. I hope you’re holding up well given the circ*mstances. Thankfully, I’ve made several changes to my daily routine over the past year that continue to help through this challenging time. Perhaps I’ll get around to sharing my personal list in an upcoming post. For now, I thought I’d focus on what I consider to be one of the most important. Do you do something every day that sparks joy?

I have many interests, but over time I’ve come to realize that being creative is essential to my well-being. One of my favourite ways to fulfill this need lately is baking. Apparently there are many people stress-baking. Do you find it therapeutic too?

With Easter coming up, I thought it would be fun to share my latest baking project, Spring Flower Pot Cakes.

And, thanks to my friend Krista from The Happy Housie and her Seasonal Simplicity series, I’m joining some of my blogging friends too. Whether you’re looking for Easter ideas to do with the kids or simply want to keep yourself distracted or feel some sense of normalcy, we’ve got you covered!

Some links used in this post are affiliates. Please refer to my disclosure policy for more information.

I must note that I was inspired to make these spring desserts while writing my last post, Put Your Small Plant Pots to Use. Although the technique and recipe I used is different than these flower pot cupcakes, the overall look is similar. I encourage you to put your own spin on these treats using what you have on hand.

How to Make Individual Flower Pot Cakes

Supplies and Ingredients

7 small untreated, unglazed terracotta pots (about 3″), thoroughly washed and dried
boxed chocolate cake mix (for 9×13 pan), or favourite chocolate cake recipe- I used this gluten-free mix
chocolate frosting (recipe below)
chocolate wafer or cookie crumbs
fresh mint, berries and flowers (edible or faux)

Note: See recipe card at bottom of post for full measurements and details.

Flower Pot Cake Instructions

Prepare terracotta pots, cake and frosting according to recipe below.
Using knife or back of spoon, evenly spread frosting over top of each cake.
Sprinkle with chocolate crumbs.
Decorate each pot with fresh berries, mint and edible or faux flowers.

Flower Pot Cake Tips

Chocolate wafer or cookie crumbs can be made by crushing in bag with rolling pin or running them through the food processor. I used gluten-free double chocolate cookies.
For dietary restrictions, modify ingredients as necessary. I used this gluten-free chocolate cake mix. You can also substitute the chocolate frosting with your own dairy-free version.

Spring Cake Decorating Ideas

Be creative with your decorating. As you can see, I added faux daffodils for an Easter look. You could also use edible flowers, such as pansies, cornflowers, daisies, marigolds or others. Check to make sure they’re a culinary variety.

I also like the idea of using butterflies, tiny bees or ladybugs (edible or faux). Fun, right?!

Adding a garden marker would be fitting too. The possibilities are endless!

Cake Display Ideas

For Easter or a spring celebration, serve these little plant pot cakes grouped together in a tray. For larger groups, you could use a tiered tray or plant stand. I also suggest placing these mini shovel spoons beside. How cute would that be?!

I used a little crinkle paper as filler. It’s also an easy way to transport them (once we’re able to have gatherings again).

And on that note, for a hostess gift or garden-lover, this wire tray basket is perfect. The pots can be used to plant seeds in once the desserts are eaten. Fun, right?

I think they’d be perfect for a spring shower or Mother’s Day. Hopefully we can get back to socializing before too long…

More Spring Dessert Ideas

Blueberry Donuts with Lemon Glaze
No Bake Strawberry Lemon Cheesecake Jars
Carrot Cake Jars
Blueberry Lemon Angel Food Cake

Spring Flower Pot Cakes

Individual flower pot cakes made with your favourite chocolate cake, then topped with frosting, crumbs, fresh berries, mint and flowers. A fun and tasty dessert idea for Spring or Easter.

Prep Time 35 minutes minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes minutes

Ingredients

For the cake

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 box chocolate cake mix + required ingredients (or favourite chocolate cake recipe) for 9×13 cake

For the chocolate frosting

7 tablespoons whipping cream
6 tablespoons honey
pinch sea salt
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, finely chopped
½ cup unsalted butter, cubed
6 tablespoons confectioner's sugar

To assemble pots

⅓ cup chocolate wafer crumbs
fresh mint sprigs
strawberries
blackberries
edible or faux spring flowers

Instructions

For the cake

Lightly brush inside of each flower pot with oil (being careful not to get on outside). Line bottom with parchment paper round (slightly larger than circumference). Brush parchment with a bit more oil, then lightly dust with cocoa (tapping excess out).
Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare chocolate cake mix (or your favourite chocolate cake recipe) according to directions.
Fill each pot ⅔ full, wipe any drips from outside, then place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Optional- wrap bottoms tightly with aluminum foil to prevent leaking (I did this as a precaution but had no problems).
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. (Baking time will vary with dimension of pots and cake ingredients). Allow cakes to completely cool on wire rack.

For the chocolate frosting

Place chocolate in medium mixing bowl and set aside.
Add cream, honey and salt to a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk and bring just to a boil. Remove from heat and pour over chocolate, whisking continually to combine.
Whisk in butter, one cube at a time until smooth and incorporated. Cool slightly, stir, then place in fridge.
Once completely cooled, beat mixture with hand mixer for about 30 seconds to fluff up. Gradually beat in confectioner's sugar until smooth.

To assemble pots

Using knife or back of spoon, evenly spread frosting over top of each cake (there will be extra). Sprinkle with chocolate wafer crumbs.
Top each pot with fresh fruit and mint. Be creative with your decorating. I added faux daffodils for an Easter look. You could also use edible flowers, such as pansies, cornflowers, daisies, marigolds or others.

Notes

Chocolate crumbs can be made by crushing wafers or cookies in bag with rolling pin or running them through the food processor.
For dietary restrictions, modify ingredients as necessary. I used this gluten-free chocolate cake mix. You can also substitute the chocolate frosting with your own dairy-free version.

Be sure to pin these edible flower pot cakes for later!

More Easter Ideas

Today I’m joining a talented group of blogging friends who are also sharing their Easter projects! Be sure to see what they’ve been up to by clicking the links below the images. Enjoy!

Easter Mantel Decor with Free Printable Easter Art at The Happy Housie
Simple Easter Brunch Table at Finding Silver Pennies
Spring Flower Pot Cakes at Satori Design for Living
Dollar Store Wooden Box Centerpiece at Craftberry Bush

Free Easter Activity Booklet for Kids at The DIY Mommy
Wood Slice Easter Craft for Kids at She Gave it a Go
Free Printable Easter Banner at Happy Happy Nester
DIY Easter Egg Salt and Pepper at Life is a Party
Kid Friendly Easter Table at The Tattered Pew

Painted Terra Cotta Pots Centerpiece at Tatertots and Jello
DIY Easter Sign at Lemon Thistle
DIY Easter Carrot Wreath at My Sweet Savannah
5 Ideas for Wooden Easter Eggs at Hallstrom Home

Black & White Easter Vignette and Printable at Taryn Whiteaker Designs
Easter Bunny Peg Dolls at Cassie Bustamante
DIY Spring Artwork at Love Create Celebrate
DIY Authentic Easter Eggs at Zevy Joy
Modern Classic Easter Table at Cherished Bliss

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I encourage you to do something you enjoy each day. It’s good for the soul :)