Photo Gallery Archives - Out of the Box Baking

Whether you're looking for cakes and cookie ideas for kids, sweet treats for a bridal shower, wedding cakes, or baby shower cakes and cookies, we've got you covered.

Let the photos you find here inspire you as you set out to bake fun treats for your friends and loved ones!

Themed Birthday Party Ideas for Girls (with Cakes, Cookies & More)

Inspire unforgettable birthday themes for girls—with cakes, cookies, decor, and fun ideas! From unicorns to literary parties, there’s something for every personality.

Mother's Day Baking Ideas

There's something undeniably special about the act of baking for Mom. From the heavenly aroma that fills the kitchen to the anticipation of her delighted smile, each step of the process is infused with love and care. This Mother's Day, let's embark on a culinary journey together, exploring an array of irresistible baking ideas sure to enchant and delight the extraordinary women in our lives.

Baby Shower Cake Ideas

If you're looking for a cake design perfect for an upcoming baby shower, this is the post for you! I'm going to share some of my personal favorites! I will divide them into two categories: baby girls and baby boys. Enjoy!

1st Birthday Cake Ideas

If you’re planning your little one’s first birthday party and you are looking for the perfect theme, we’ve got you covered! In this post I’m going to share all of my favorite 1st birthday party ideas, including some of my favorite cakes and cookies.

Fall Cakes, Cookies, Cupcakes, and More

Fall is the perfect time to bake. I covered some of my favorite recipes in my Favorite Fall Desserts post. I've decided (just for fun) to post some pictures of fall-themed baked goods that I've created over the years. They are divided by category. Enjoy!

Holiday Favorites

Christmas, Valentine's Day, 4th of July, and everything in-between! We've got you covered at Out of the Box Baking!

Themed Party Ideas

Whether you're posting a birthday party, a bridal shower, a baby shower, or a wedding. . .themed parties are all the rage. Check out some of our favorites!

Birthday Cakes and Cookies

You've come to the right place if you're looking for birthday cake and cookie ideas! May these photos serve as a springboard for your creativity to flow.

Wedding and Anniversary Cakes and Cookies

Enjoy these Wedding and Anniversary Cakes and Cookie Photos

Baby Shower Cakes and Cookies

You've come to the right place if you're looking for baby shower ideas! May these photos serve as a springboard for your creativity to flow.

Kids' Cake and Cookie Gallery

If you’re looking to host a themed party for your child, we’ve got you covered. I’ve got a host of ideas that incorporate both cookies and cakes.

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Meet the Baker

Janice Thompson is an author, baker, and all-around mischief maker! She spends several hours a week in the kitchen, whipping up new recipes to share on this blog. Janice ran a cottage bakery for many years, and has overcome a host of baking catastrophes, including a toppled wedding cake, to learn more about the baking process. She enjoys sharing all of her recipes and tips with other home bakers. Janice has published over 165 books for the Christian market but particularly enjoys writing recipes and baking devotions. To learn more about Janice or to drop her a note, visit her About the Author page.

Favorite Cookie Recipes Cookbook

Pick up your copy of Favorite Cookies Collection today! From soft and chewy classics to show-stopping holiday treats, this cookbook is packed with must-have recipes that will make your kitchen smell like pure happiness!