How to Make a Fondant Raccoon Cake Topper

This raccoon topper is such a lovely one for woodland cakes — simple to make, but with those little details that give it character (the mask, the ears, the tiny paws).

I’ll guide you through it step by step in a clear, easy way, and the printable templates are there to keep sizing and proportions straightforward — so you can focus on shaping and finishing without overthinking.

It’s a quick, satisfying make, and if you’d like to build a full woodland set, there are separate tutorials for the matching fox, rabbit, and  fawn too.

You will learn how to:

• Make a simple, storybook-style raccoon topper with a neat finish
• Shape and assemble the parts so the topper stays smooth and doesn’t sag as you work
• Add small details and the raccoon’s characteristic markings neatly, with soft shading for a more refined, professional result
• Paint the eyes neatly and evenly for a tidy, finished look