- Medium
- 30–45 minutes
- 3D shape
- about 2.0 × 1.7 in (5.2 × 4.4 cm)
Treat yourself to a sweet craft session with this free printable cake paper squishy template! Shaped like a cozy 3D cheesecake wedge, it shows off a speckled biscuit crust, creamy filling, glossy red berry glaze with fresh strawberry halves, and a smiling face right on top. Your download comes in both US Letter and A4 sizes and includes 3 versions: full color, a coloring page, and a blank net. Pair your finished cheesecake with a strawberry shortcake squishy for a full bakery display.
What you need
How to make it, step by step
1Print the template
Print your chosen cheesecake sheet at 100% on plain printer paper—make sure to turn off “fit to page” in your settings. Check that the scale bar measures exactly 2 inches (50 mm on A4). If you picked the coloring page, color the strawberries, glaze drips, and creamy filling now before any tape goes on.
2Tape the motif
Lay strips of wide clear packing tape across the entire cheesecake net, making sure to cover all the yellow and blue tabs too. Smooth each strip outward from the center without stretching it so the glossy berry top and side panels stay flat and wrinkle-free.
3Cut it out
Cut neatly along the solid black outer line with your scissors, keeping every yellow and blue tab attached to the cheesecake wedge. Take your time around the corners where the triangular crust bottom and frosted top stick out, and never cut the dashed lines.
4Pre-fold every tab
Line up your ruler along each dashed line and score firmly with an empty pen. Fold every tab and wall crease inward toward the white paper side once, then unfold it again. Pre-folding now makes the taped paper much easier to shape into a crisp triangle later.
5Make the walls
Fold the rectangular cheesecake walls into a triangular ring with the strawberry artwork facing outside. Put a dab of glue on the yellow side tab and press it inside to hold the corner, then run regular clear tape along the outside of that vertical seam from top to bottom.
6Close the bottom
Spread glue on the yellow tabs along the speckled biscuit crust triangle. Fold that bottom triangle in and press the tabs firmly against the inside of the cheesecake walls. Leave the cute strawberry face top completely open so you can fill the slice through it.
7Tape the bottom
Since glue alone does not stick to slick tape for long, reinforce the base right away. Place strips of regular clear tape along the outside of every bottom crust edge, sealing the whole length of the triangle sides so no stuffing can poke out.
8Stuff it
Tuck small, loose scrunches of plastic bag or fluffy fiberfill inside through the open top. Push a little bit gently toward the narrow front point of the cheesecake wedge first, then fill the rest lightly so the flat sides don’t bulge out.
9Close it
Fold the blue tabs inward and lower the smiling strawberry lid down onto the stuffed wedge. Hold the top shut and seal every top edge from the outside with regular clear tape, covering the entire length of each side.
10Squish!
Your 3D cheesecake slice is ready! Give the wedge a gentle squeeze and watch the creamy sides puff right back into shape. If you want an extra slow-rising feel, prick one tiny pinhole into a seam so the air escapes slowly.
Free Cheesecake Squishy Template
- Color
- Coloring page
- Blank, design your own
- Step-by-step guide
One free PDF: the template in three versions (pages 1–3) and the step-by-step guide (pages 4–6). Print the template at 100% on plain printer paper.
Tips for the perfect squish
- Keep the front point sharp. Score every dashed line between the side panels and the back crust firmly with an empty pen and a ruler before folding so the narrow tip looks crisp.
- Flat cheesecake sides. If the creamy yellow sides bulge out of shape, there is too much stuffing—take some out so the wedge walls stay flat.
- Popping triangle seams. Glue only holds the yellow tabs temporarily while you assemble the crust, so press a fresh strip of clear tape along the entire outside seam if any edge lifts.
- Smooth berry glaze shine. To keep the red strawberry top looking like real shiny glaze without tape wrinkles, use shorter packing tape strips and lay them on gently without pulling.
Questions
How do you make a paper squishy cake?
Print the template at 100% scale, laminate the front with packing tape, cut out the one-piece net, and score and fold the dashed lines. Glue the tabs to form the 3D cheesecake wedge, reinforce every seam on the outside with clear tape, stuff it lightly, and tape the top shut. At 100% scale, the finished slice measures about 2.0 × 1.7 in (5.2 × 4.4 cm), or you can print it on a larger sheet to make a bigger version.
What paper works best for a paper squishy cake?
Plain printer paper (80–100 gsm / 20–24 lb) is ideal. Heavy cardstock becomes too stiff once covered in packing tape and makes the triangular corners tough to fold.
Can I build this 3D cake paper squishy using only glue?
No, glue just holds the yellow tabs in place while you build the wedge. It doesn’t stick to tape-covered paper for long, so every glued seam needs a strip of clear tape from the outside.
What can I stuff my cheesecake squishy with?
You can use plastic grocery bags for a light, crinkly feel or fiberfill for a soft bounce. Stuff the wedge lightly so the walls stay flat and neat.
Can I make these with a class or a group?
Yes! Print one sheet per person and cut the tape strips in advance; kids can color the coloring page while you help with scoring and taping. Plan about 45 minutes, and mix in a chocolate cake squishy so everyone gets a favorite flavor.
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