25 Easy Leftover Cake Recipes

Cake is, and will always be, one of the favorite foods of the world. There are so many types, with every filling and flavor you can imagine. Cakes are also beautiful and so much fun to decorate. 

However, if you’ve ever hosted a birthday party and made too much cake, you will find yourself wondering what to do with it.

While you might be capable of eating a lot of cake in a day, at some point you’re going to want something different. 

25 Easy Leftover Cake Recipes

1. Cake Pops

Cake pops are a classic choice for making use of leftover cake. They are easy to make, tasty, and fun! These are great for events like parties, or even movie nights.

You and your friends can even enjoy making these delightful desserts, and decorate them however you like. There’s nothing not to love.

2. Crumb Cake Chocolate Chip Cookies

Do you love chocolate chip cookies and cake? Why not combine the two to make these crumb cake chocolate chip cookies?

They’re so easy to make, and might just become your new favorite sweet snack. You can make any kind of cookie depending on the cake you have leftover!

3. Lemon Raspberry Trifle

Any trifle is good, and they usually require some kind of cake! As such, it just makes sense to use your leftover cake to make a delightful trifle.

This lemon raspberry trifle is especially delicious, and one that we would absolutely recommend. We can’t get enough of it!

4. Cake Crumb Pancakes

Did you know that you can make pancakes with your leftover cake? Well, you can! These cake crumb pancakes might not be the first thing you think of, but it will be the last, and possibly your favorite.

If you want to make eating cake for breakfast more acceptable, then this is the perfect way to do it.

5. Birthday Cake Truffles

These birthday cake truffles are a lot like cake pops, but without the stick. Like cake pops, these are so easy to make and versatile!

They will fit in with any event and will always look the part. Cover them in desiccated coconut or sprinkles to get a beautiful dessert that everyone will love. 

6. Cake Balls

Cake balls are, as the name suggests, balls of cake! These will work wonderfully if they are dipped in rich chocolate.

They make the perfect snack for kids events, and they might just be less messy to eat! Not to mention, they will use a lot of that leftover cake you have sitting around. Win-win, right?

7. Birthday Cake Ice Cream 

Who knew you could make ice cream with a birthday cake? Or, any kind of cake, really. This will be the perfect recipe for those hot summer months when you want the taste of cake but the coolness of ice cream.

It’s so easy to make, and will always be a delight to eat. Everyone will love it.

8. Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate mousse… with a cake? Yes! It’s easier than you think, and you will get all the amazing, rich flavors from your favorite chocolate cake. You should definitely try it out and tell us what you think!

9. Rum Balls

Okay, these are a lot like the cake balls and cake pops, but there’s a not-so-secret ingredient – rum! This goes without saying, but keep these boozy cake balls away from the kids.

They might be delicious, but these are for adults only. The adults will immediately love these treats.

10. Leftover Frosting Cookies

This recipe allows you to use the frosting of your leftover cake! These leftover frosting cookies will have a place at any event, or even for a normal day!

They’re so tasty and easy to make, it’s impossible not to love them, Plus, you can make these out of any frosting flavor you like! 

11. Portillo’s Chocolate Cake Shake

This chocolate cake shake is decadent and soo delicious. It’s the perfect drink or dessert on a hot day, not to mention easy to make!

You can use any cake flavor you like, but chocolate will always go down a treat. You, and everyone else, is going to love this creation. 

12. Domino Cake

You can use your leftover cake to make this simple domino cake! Any kind of cake you like can be used to make this, as long as it looks the part!

Just cake your leftover cake into smaller cakes, decorate, and enjoy. It’s that easy. Beware, though, as these tasty treats can get terribly messy!

13. Dark Chocolate Fondue Bars

Doesn’t that sound delightful? You can use your leftover chocolate cake to make some incredible dark chocolate fondue bars.

These are rich and luxurious, and bound to become a new favorite in the family. You won’t regret making this

14. Pound Cake French Toast

Looking for another way to make cake for breakfast more acceptable? This pound cake French toast might be the next option for you to try!

It’s so easy to make, and will make you look forward to eating breakfast again. It’s guaranteed that kids will love this – who doesn’t want cake for breakfast?

15. Cake Crumb Pudding

This easy and delicious custard-type pudding uses cake crumbs to bring it to a whole new level.

Think of it like bread pudding, except the bread is a delicious and flavorful cake of your choosing! Chocolate, lemon, vanilla, whatever you like. You will love this.

16. Grilled Pound Cake With Berries

This is similar to the pound cake French toast, but this one has some luxurious berries added on top! You could also enjoy this delicious dish with your favorite preserve – it doesn’t even have to be berry flavored!

We’re just trying to give you as many ways to eat cake for breakfast as possible. 

17. Cake Scraps Fudgy Brownie

This recipe option is especially good if you have a lot of cake scraps from cutting your cake! You can use them to make a delicious cake scraps fudgy brownie.

Be warned, though, this recipe is sinfully good, and you’ll be making cake scraps on purpose in no time.

18. Sundae With Cake Croutons

If you love a good sundae and cake, then it just makes sense to combine the two, right? You can make your favorite ice cream sundae and have some delectable cake croutons with it. It’s the best of both worlds, and an amazing option for the warmer months.

19. Chocolate Cake Shake

This delightful eggless shake is easy, tasty, and the ideal sweet treat for the summer. You don’t have to stick to chocolate, so be creative! No matter the flavor you choose, we guarantee that this shake will be a game changer.

20. Cookie Butter Pound Cake Bread Pudding

This recipe is deliciously buttery and altogether delightful. Not to mention, it is so easy, you can make it with your eyes closed!

You get to enjoy two of your favorite things at once with this delectable option, so why wouldn’t you at least try it out?

21. Mango Trifle

Sure, this could be any kind of trifle, but the sweet taste of summer fruits with a fluffy vanilla cake is too perfect to pass up.

There’s no reason for you to change anything about this recipe unless you are allergic to mangoes. And if that’s the case, we’re sorry.

22. Cake Crumb Pie Crust

Who would have thought that you can use your leftover cake to make a pie crust? It’s one way of using your leftovers and getting some amazing flavors into that pie of yours.

You get the best of both worlds, and you can’t possibly be mad about it. You’re welcome!

23. Fudgy Coconut Cake Bars from Layer Cake

These fudgy coconut cake bars are made from a delicious layer cake and will be the only thing you long for. They are so easy to make, but are guaranteed to have all your favorite flavors inside. Alter them however you like!

24. Lemon Pound Cake French Toast Skewers

Who says you can’t skewer cake? We’re here to tell you that you can, and you absolutely should. The results will be something you’ve probably been missing out on your whole life. 

25. Chocolate Tart Made With Cake Crumbs

Finally, we have this lovely chocolate cake tart, which is made with cake crumbs! This dish is so tasty and easy to make, you’re never going to look back.

Serve this with some fresh vanilla ice cream, and you’ll be popular!

Final Thoughts 

There you have it! We’re given you 25 delicious and mouthwatering leftover cake recipes to try out, and you’re going to love them all. 

Every option listed here is so easy, but will always give you great results. You will never have to throw cake away again!

Frequently Asked Questions

What Can You Make With Leftover Cake?

You can do a lot with leftover cake! From cake pops to trifles and shakes, there are plenty of delicious options to try out. Check out this article to find a full list of mouthwatering ideas. 

How Long Is Leftover Cake Good For?

Depending on the type of cake, it can last anywhere between 2-7 days. The filling, frosting, and other ingredients will play a key role in this. It will typically last longer if it is placed in an airtight container. 

How Should You Package Leftover Cake?

Ideally, a cake that has cooled to room temperature should be placed in an airtight container and refrigerated. This is especially important if the cake contains dairy or fruit, as it will make it keep for longer. Cakes can also be frozen if need be!