How to Make a Cute Fondant Seahorse Cake Topper

A seahorse cake topper has a special charm and adds something unique to ocean-themed cakes. Some find it tricky to get the shape right — proper proportions and shapes are especially important here to get the right look.

In this tutorial, you’ll see a clear process for creating the seahorse, along with a simple, sturdy way to attach it to the cake. Printable templates guide the body proportions, shapes, and sizes, helping you achieve the correct curve and silhouette without guesswork.

The seahorse can be made on its own or paired with the matching sea turtle and dolphin cake topper tutorials (available separately). Together, they invite you to create a gentle underwater scene that’s just as enjoyable to make as it is to see on the cake.

You will learn how to:

• create a seahorse topper with a smooth finish and an elegant, flowing silhouette
• build the seahorse shape so the proportions stay true and the curve looks natural from the side
• support and attach the topper so it holds its pose and stays secure on the cake without sagging or shifting
• add light shading and small details that define the features and give the piece a finished, professional look