How to Make a Cute Fondant Triceratops Cake Topper

This little triceratops cake topper is pure cuteness. With his rounded shape, tiny horns, and frill details, he has that sweet 'baby dino' look that works beautifully on children’s cakes and playful birthday designs.

The tutorial is easy to follow and broken into clear stages, showing how to shape each part and assemble it neatly. Printable templates are included to help with proportions and sizing, saving time and keeping everything consistent as you work.

Whether you’re making a dinosaur-themed cake or simply want a character that feels cheerful and unique, this triceratops is a fun project with a lovely finished look — the kind of topper that instantly makes a cake feel special.

You will learn how to:

• create an adorable baby triceratops topper with smooth, clean shapes

• make the frill (the classic triceratops feature) so it keeps its shape, sits neatly, and stays securely attached

• add subtle dusting and highlights that bring out the details and give the topper more depth

• assemble everything so it holds its shape and sits securely on the cake