The purpose of this exhibit is to develop cake decorating skills. Open to members enrolled in foods project(s). One other food exhibit (classes E350001 to E414006) plus one other non-food, non-livestock exhibit must be entered at the exhibit hall at the fair in order to sell a decorated cake. Cakes may be flat, cut up or layer types. Do not use paper towels between the layers; use plastic or cardboard made for that purpose. The cake must be baked and decorated by the 4-H’er. Cakes should be fresh and baked no more than two days before the fair to ensure a quality product. Cakes may be sampled to check for doneness, freshness and taste. Cake mixes may be used; recipe is not required. Cakes must be safe for human consumption and all decorations must be edible. Non-edible supports (such as dowel rods between layers) may be used to provide structure. Cake should be on sturdy board, box or container no larger than 18" x 18" and the 4-H member must be able to carry their cake in the auction.
Cakes will be divided into one, two or three divisions based on the member’s age on January 1 of the current year. Number of divisions may be determined by number of exhibits.
2 Divisions 3 Divisions
Junior (4-H age 11 and under) Junior (4-H age 8 to 10)
Senior (4-H age 12 and over) Intermediate (4-H age 11 to 13)
Senior (4-H age 14 and over)
*E400001 - Decorated Cake