Draw a wide rectangle or oval for the cake base
Add a second layer on top if you want a tiered cake
Sketch a few vertical lines to show cake sides
Draw frosting dripping over the edges
Add candles on top of the cake
Draw small flames above each candle
Add decorative swirls, sprinkles, or cherries
Outline the drawing with a dark pen or pencil
Erase extra sketch lines
Color the cake, frosting, candles, and decorations