poor subject layout, improper lighting and simply doesn't create any real interest for the viewer. Try using critique club at this site. They'll have you shooting like the pros in no time.
lol made me giggle that it was Too Late for that cake, but this is just a photo taken for a scrapbook. Some photo editing would make it look spectacular and keep fit wtih the rules at the same time. Maybe put it in grayscale and burn the spoons a little to make them stand out? I'm not sure what to do with this but probably center it next time too.
This image is a bit plain to me; nothing stands out. Perhaps taking a shot of a single piece of cake among the remains of the entire cake and entitling it "Still one piece left" or something to that effect would have been a bit more interesting.