Planning a Mario-themed birthday bash? Whether your little one is obsessed with Super Mario, Luigi, or everything in the Mushroom Kingdom, a fun and creative cake is the perfect way to bring the whole theme together. From red mushrooms to Mario Kart adventures, I’ve rounded up some 15 of the coolest and most creative Mario birthday cake ideas that’ll wow your guests—and make your kiddo feel like the true Super Star of the day.
Let’s check out some amazing Mario cakes that’ll make your celebration feel straight out of the game!
1. Classic Question Block Cake with Mario & Friends
How fun is this one?! The bold yellow question block design is super eye-catching and perfect for any Mario fan. I love how they added Mario, Luigi, Yoshi, and even a bunch of power-up stars and mushrooms—it’s like a mini scene straight from the game! The big number on top makes it great for birthdays, and that colorful name on the base adds such a fun personal touch. Totally party-ready!
2. Super Parker Sky-High Mario Cake
This one’s too cute! I love the bright blue sky design with puffy clouds, Mario popping out of a green pipe, and those adorable star toppers floating above him. The bold, colorful “Super Parker” lettering gives it such a fun personalized touch. And those little pipes and piranha plants on the sides? So clever! Perfect for any little Mario fan who wants their name in the spotlight.
3. Mario Kart Race Track Cake
Ready, set, go! This cake is a total win for any Mario Kart fan. You've got Mario and Princess Peach racing on a mini track right on top—how cool is that?! The details are amazing: the gold #7 candle, colorful mushrooms, stars, pipes, and those classic question blocks around the base. The road loop gives it such a fun 3D effect. Perfect for a high-energy birthday celebration!
4. Super Mario Paper Topper Cake
How fun and colorful is this one?! With its bold "Feliz Cumpleaños" topper, cutout-style Mario and Luigi, and bright red frosting swirls, this cake totally pops. The green “grass” detail and classic power-up stars and mushrooms make it feel like you're right in the middle of a Mario level. And that Super Mario logo front and center? It’s the perfect mix of simple and playful.
5. Epic 3-Tier Super Mario World Cake
If you're going all out for a birthday, this is the cake to beat! This 3-tier masterpiece is packed with so many details—brick walls, question blocks, mushrooms, coins, and even clouds floating around the bottom tier. I love how Mario, Princess Peach, and Yoshi are standing proudly on top with sparkly yellow stars behind them. It’s basically the entire game world in cake form—and it’s absolutely perfect for a big celebration!
6. Super Mario All-Star Party Cake
This cake has everything—and I mean everything! From Mario and Luigi popping out of a green pipe, to Goombas, stars, mushrooms, and even Donkey Kong, this design is stacked with all the fan-favorite characters. The checkerboard base and those banana peels give it a fun Mario Kart twist, while the bright “Super Daxton” lettering adds the perfect personal touch. If your kid loves all the Mario universe characters, this one’s a total winner.
7. 3D Mario Face Cake with Custom Name
Talk about a showstopper! This cake features a big 3D Mario face front and center, and it’s seriously impressive. From the bold red mushroom topper to the golden coins and the giant blue number 8, every detail pops. I love how the name “GAEL” is spelled out in big fondant letters—it makes the whole cake feel extra special. Perfect for a Mario-loving kid who wants their cake to be the star of the party!
8. Super Mario Coin Blast Cake
This cake is so much fun! With Mario bursting out of a green pipe, golden coins flying everywhere, and that giant question block topper, it looks like he just hit a power-up jackpot. I love the bright colors, especially the custom “Super Daniel” name—it really pops against the green base. The little Piranha Plants on the sides and the coin border around the bottom bring the whole Mario world to life.
9. Mario & Friends Cake
How fun is this one?! You've got Mario, Luigi, and Yoshi all front and center, plus a little Goomba to complete the crew. The bold “Super Mathias” lettering really pops, and I love how the number 8 is tucked into a green pipe—such a cute touch! With Piranha Plants, stars, clouds, and mushrooms all around, this cake totally brings the Mario world to life in the best way.
10. Bright & Bold Super Mario Cake
This cake is bursting with personality! That oversized Mario face steals the show, and the vibrant “LEO” nameplate adds such a fun, personal touch. I’m loving the playful mix of elements—question block, banana peel, gold coins, Goomba, Bob-omb, and a big bold number 5 on top. It totally brings the Mario world to life in a way that feels both fun and custom-made for a little gamer.
11. Double Trouble: Mario & Luigi Cake
This cake is twice the fun! Featuring both Mario and Luigi in full 3D cutout style, it’s perfect for a kid who loves the whole Mario crew. The tiers are loaded with gold coins, stars, mushrooms, Shy Guys, Bob-ombs, and even a Piranha Plant popping out from the top. With “SANTI” front and center and a big #6 star, it’s a bold, playful cake that brings all the Nintendo vibes in one epic design.
12. Colorful Super Mario Layer Cake
Now this one’s a party! With bright frosting, fun textures, and bold colors, this two-tier cake totally stands out. You’ve got Mario, Luigi, and Toad on top, surrounded by stars and a green pipe, plus a bold “Santiago” name that really pops. The bottom tier with Piranha Plants and playful piping gives it a classic Mario world feel. It’s simple, colorful, and full of energy—the perfect way to wrap up a Super Mario celebration!
13. Mario & Luigi Stack Cake
This stacked cake design is such a creative twist! With Toad on top, a bright yellow question block, and bold, cartoon-style faces of Mario and Luigi, it’s playful and super eye-catching. The personalized “Gannon” name at the base and the big number 5 candle make it feel extra special. It’s colorful, clean, and perfect for a party outdoors or in—simple but totally fun!
14. Giant Mushroom Mario Cake
This cake is all about the details! That oversized mushroom topper stacked above a bright yellow question block makes it look like a real-life power-up. The brick tier, Piranha Plants, and gold coins add a playful touch, and the layered background with stars and pipes brings it all together. The bold “MARIO” lettering at the base ties it in perfectly. Fun, bold, and full of game-day energy!
15. Star Power Mario Cake with Pipe Pop-Up Design
What makes this cake stand out is the fun pop-up design with Mario launching out of a green pipe, surrounded by a sky full of bright yellow stars. The stacked layers are covered in classic Mario elements—Goombas, mushrooms, fire flowers, and even Koopa Troopas. The colorful game-style font and playful scene give it a super energetic vibe that’s perfect for a Mario-themed celebration. It’s fun, bold, and full of cute details.
Final Thoughts
I hope these Mario cake ideas gave you some fun inspiration for your kid’s party (or even your own—no judgment!). Whether you go all out with a big tiered cake or keep it simple with some cute toppers, you really can’t go wrong. It’s Mario—everyone loves him! Just pick the one that feels right for your party, and have fun with it. That’s what it’s all about anyway, right?