Nugget Cake

Use chocolates to create a layer cake for any occasion.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Wrap Nuggets with a 1” x 3” strip of patterned paper and adhere with strong adhesive tape. Wrap opposite the 'flap' on the Nugget, positioning the start end of the wrapper just under the logo on the back. This ensures it will not pull off. Set aside wrapped Nuggets.
   

   

2. For the sample, 5 Nuggets were used for the top layer, 9 in the middle, and 11 on the bottom.
   
   HINT:
   You can cut a strip of paper 3" by the number of nuggets needed for that layer. If the top layer needs 5 nuggets, cut the paper to 3” x 5”. Apply double sided adhesive across the 5" top and bottom, then cut 1" strips.
   
   
   

   

3. Step 2

   To make the base of the structure, use three leftover tape rolls. Stack and glue or tape them together to create about a 1" thick base.
   
   Find items to fill the structure of the middle and top layers. A medium sized button container and small lid were used in the sample.
   

   

4. Step 3

   Apply two rows of strong double-sided adhesive around all three cake bases.

   

5. Step 4

   Working on one cake layer at a time, remove both liners for adhesive. Stand up nuggets all around the base.
   
   NOTE:
   You might have to adjust or move the nuggets around to ensure a covered fit.
   

   

6. Complete all the layers.

   

7. Step 5

   Cut four cake layer separators out of cardstock using circle dies.
   
   For the sample, these sizes were used (yours may vary, depending on the forms chosen for the layers):
   
   Base - 5"
   Middle Layer - 4 3/8”
   Top Layer - 3 1/2"
   Cake Top - 2 5/8"
   

   

8. Step 6

   Stack layers for a test fit. Do not glue until layers look correct. Make adjustments to the sizes of the separating layers as needed.

   

9. Step 7

   Glue layers together separately. Apply glue to the bottom of the nugget ring on each triangle area of the wrapper (this part will be touching the base) and set the ring on top of base. Weight it to assist in firm adhesion.

   

10. Repeat for each layer. Use a scallop circle base for the bottom layer. The middle layer will be on a circle as well as the top layer.

    

11. Step 8

    When completely dry, glue each layer together by repeating the gluing process with glue on top of the nuggets. Allow the glue to dry completely.
    

    

12. Step 9

    Complete the project, embellishing as you like.

    

Video!

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Nugget Cake. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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