Another birthday is approaching in the household of the Prince and Princess of Wales, which may lead to a late night for Kate. Like any dedicated parent, she strives to make each of her three children’s birthdays extra special. As part of this effort, Kate maintains a sweet tradition by staying up late the night before their special days to personally craft a homemade birthday cake for them.

After Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis have retired to bed, Kate dedicates herself to creating these personalized cakes. With Charlotte’s 11th birthday coming up, Kate is likely to be found in the kitchen tonight, preparing the special cake. This tradition was disclosed by Kate back in 2019 during a BBC program titled A Berry Royal Christmas, where she expressed her passion for baking and delight in making her children’s cakes. She confessed to staying up until midnight, indulging in excessive cake mix and icing, but thoroughly enjoying the process.

Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, born on May 2, 2015, in London, carries middle names honoring Queen Elizabeth II and her late grandmother, Princess Diana. Fans of the royal family note her resemblance to both royal figures in their youth. The young princess, third in line to the throne, attends Lambrook School near Ascot, where she embraces dancing, particularly ballet and tap. Known for her spirited nature compared to her older brother George, Kate affectionately describes Charlotte as “the one in charge.”

To commemorate her 10th birthday last year, Kate and William shared a photograph of Charlotte on social media, capturing her amidst a picturesque outdoor setting during a break on a Cumbria hike. Kate, an enthusiastic amateur photographer, often captures such moments of her children to mark significant occasions.