Although babies tend to be baptized when they are very little and won't remember the event themselves, that doesn't mean that a baptism isn't a huge and memorable occasion for parents, relatives, and friends. During a baptism, a child is dedicated to God, which is why the event is treated with so much respect and reverence. After a child is baptized, many celebrate with a reception afterwards that includes a beautiful baptism cake because what says celebration better than a lovely cake?
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Of course, the cake isn't the most important part of the baptism ritual, but that doesn't mean that it can't be used to make the event feel even more special. There are all kinds of ways that you can decorate a baptism cake to make it part of your child's special day. If you know you will be hosting a reception after a baptism, you want to make sure that you've taken the time to plan and decide what kind of cake you would like to serve. We've gathered some wonderful ideas of baptism cakes for you to consider. Use them for inspiration.