Answer:

cake

AnswerCrossword Clue
CAKEIt may be iced for a happy birthday party
CAKEWord that can follow either half of the answers to the starred clues
CAKEBig order for a wedding reception
CAKEWedding reception staple
CAKEWhat mud can do
CAKESee 5-Across
CAKEBecome clumped
CAKEStaple at a wedding reception
CAKEClump up
CAKEIt may be upside-down
CAKEPart of many an anniversary celebration
CAKEEnding with tea or cup
CAKEWedding reception need
CAKEIt's rich in sugar
CAKE... and 10-Down
CAKEBirthday order
CAKEWonderland food for Alice
CAKEStick together
CAKEPart of a birthday celebration
CAKEPiece of soap
CAKEBase for some decorations
CAKEBirthday dessert
CAKEWedding reception centerpiece
CAKEBake sale order
CAKESet
CAKEOrder for a party caterer
CAKEDecorator's base
CAKEIt may be tiered
CAKEParty centerpiece
CAKECandle holder
CAKESoap bar
CAKEAnniversary item
CAKEBirthday party necessity
CAKESoap unit