So you want a gorgeous 3-tiered wedding cake that looks beautiful in photos - especially when you shove a piece in your partners face during the cake cutting! Just be prepared to purchase one of the most expensive (and beautiful) desserts you’ve ever had!
If you don’t have a baker in the family that graciously offered to make your cake for you, then you could be spending anywhere around $500 if you order from a bakery. Keep in mind, there are many factors that go into the cost;
Fondant vs. Buttercream. Fondant is a beautiful topping for your cake. This sugary sheet of icing is molded perfectly to the cake and creates a seamless flow from tier to tier, it’s more durable and it won’t melt during your wedding. It is definitely an elegant option as it does cost more. However, its incomparable to buttercream in taste!
A great way to save money on your wedding cake is to decorate it with fresh flowers. Sure, handcrafted artisan sugar flowers sound great, but remember that those beautiful additions are exactly that - crafted by hand and take time to make. You could also consider opting for a smaller cake. Size definitely matters in the price.
Alternatively, if you feel like the cake is too much of an added expense, smaller desserts might be the way to go! Cookies, pastries and doughnuts are just as delicious and who wouldn’t love to dance with cake pops in their hands?
Most couples have an idea of what they are looking to spend on their wedding cake but if you keep in mind the toppings, design and style, you can definitely have your wedding cake and eat it too!