Fourth of July Birthday Cake

Talk about a lovely, colorful and delicious cake, my niece made one for her mother's birthday which just happens to fall on the Fourth of July.

My sister's other daughter hosted the party which included succulent lobsters, clams and way too many other yummy things to list here. 

She and her hubs did a fabulous job!
   

The cake was a winner, both in looks and taste.

My niece was up until almost midnight making the cake the night before the party.

She said she ran out of frosting to put between the layers so she substituted raspberry jam instead. 

What a great idea. It really added even more flavor to an already luscious cake.

This niece also made the cannoli filling served with pizzelles.  Wayyyyyy too much yumminess for words (or waistlines).

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT BIRTHDAY PARTIES?