These dessert topper ideas include sci-fi and math-themed baking accessories that will appeal to the nerd at heart. If you're a fan of baking and pop culture imagery, you're sure to appreciate these iconic dessert toppers that celebrate superhero and fantasy characters.
Whether paying homage to hit series Game of Thrones or referencing the Star Wars film franchise, these nerdy dessert toppers will make any confection that much sweeter.
Whether pre-made or crafted using a DIY recipe, these dessert toppers will make one smile. The treat accessories reference cinematic, heroic and animated imagery and are sure to garner attention at birthday parties or casual gatherings with friends. Whether you're a fan of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles or Adventure Time, you'll love these cake topper ideas.
20 Nerdy Dessert Toppers

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Sugary Pop Culture Mashups
The Hello Kitty x Avengers Cupcakes are Daring and Cutesy

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Pop Culture Cookie Snacks
Butterwinks Creates Decorated Dessert Recipes for the Whole Family

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Cute Fantasy Character Cakes
The Lord of the Rings Cupcakes Feature Adorable Edible Dwarves
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Curvaceous Creature Cakes
These Year of the Dragon Cupcakes are Sure to Make Jaws Drop
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Cinematic Dragon Cupcakes
These Fantasy Confectionaries Celebrate How to Train Your Dragon 2
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Jedi Kitchen Cakes
The Delectable Star Wars Galactic Empire Cupcake Decorating Kit
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Fantasy Film Desserts
These Superfan-Made Hobbit Cupcakes Celebrate Birthdays and Movie Releases
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Gamified Character Cakes
This Super Mario Wedding Cake Design Stays True to the Classic Video Game
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Cult Cartoon Cupcakes
These Adventure Time Cupcakes are Shaped like Finn and Jake the Dog
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Applicious Desserts
The iPhone Cupcake Toppers are Definitely the Cherry on Top
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Killer Sci-Fi Wedding Cakes
The Alien and Predator Cake Brings the Two Movie Monsters Together
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Blood-Drenched Confections
The Red Wedding Cake is Made for 'Game of Thrones' Fans
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Zombie Delicacy Cupcakes
These Halloween-Inspired Cupcakes Look Good Enough to Eat
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Animalistic Cake Toppers
The Unicorn and Horse Wedding Cake Topper are Charming
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Geometric Fondant Designs
The Geometric Cupcake Topper is Sleek and Delicious
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Galactic Villain Cupcakes
These Darth Vader Cupcakes Were Designed to Celebrate Star Wars Weekend
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Sci-Fi Anniversary Sweets
These Dr. Who Cupcakes Were Made For the Shows 50th Anniversary
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Sci-Fi Matrimony Desserts
The Death Star Wedding Cake is for Die-Hard Star Wars Fans
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Intergalactic Dessert Toppers
These Han Solo Chocolates Mimic the Star Wars Character
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Cosmic Kitty Cupcakes
The Luna Ball Cupcakes are Nerdy and Delicious
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