How much does a wedding cake cost?

Having a wedding cake at your reception is one of the biggest (and sweetest!) traditions. But what does a wedding cake cost? While wedding cake prices do vary depending on the size and style of your cake, the average cost of a wedding cake in the U.S. is around $500 with most couples spending between $300 to $700. While this may sound like a lot for a dessert, you’d be surprised as to how much work goes into creating a gorgeous wedding cake.

Which factors impact wedding cake prices?

Not surprisingly, the bigger and more elaborate a wedding cake is, the higher the cost of a wedding cake will be. A wedding cake featuring lots of design elements, including sugar flowers, fondant details, many tiers, and unique shapes, will cost more than a simpler cake with classic buttercream icing, a few fresh flowers, and fewer tiers. While your flavor choice likely won’t have an impact on your wedding cake’s price, requesting certain custom flavors may raise your wedding cake cost a bit.

What is the starting price of a wedding cake?

The starting price of a wedding cake can vary depending on the type of frosting you prefer. Cakes covered in fondant, a sugary paste-like icing, tend to cost more than cakes covered in buttercream (frosting made from butter and sugar). Fondant is more durable than buttercream (and it won’t melt in the summertime !), but it’s generally thought of as less tasty. The starting price of a fondant wedding cake is usually about $5 per slice, while the starting price of a buttercream wedding cake is about $4 per slice. Again, these wedding cake prices will vary even more based on decorations, size, etc.

What’s included in the cost of a wedding cake?

This varies from cake baker to cake baker. Usually, the cost of your wedding cake will include the cake itself, a design consultation where your baker will create a custom design just for your wedding, caketasting , delivery and set up. Some cake bakers will also include supplies like cake stands, cake toppers , and cutting utensils, though you may have to provide these on your own. And some wedding cake prices include an extra top tier of your wedding cake or anniversary cake for you and your spouse to enjoy on your first anniversary.

What types of desserts do wedding cake bakers offer?

About 54 percent of couples choose to serve an additional wedding dessert, aside from or in addition to wedding cake, at their receptions. Cake bakers may offer a variety of these alternative wedding desserts, including cupcakes , cake pops, cookies, pies, pastries, doughnuts, and more—the starting price for cupcakes is about $3 per cupcake. There are also groom’s cakes, which are a tradition particularly in the South. We’ve seen these groom’s cakes shaped like everything from sports paraphernalia to burritos!

When should I hire a wedding cake baker?

We recommend hiring a wedding cake baker at least six months before your wedding day—these vendors do tend to book up quickly! Start by reading online reviews of wedding cake bakers near you , and selecting a few to interview (in person whenever possible). You’ll typically have a wedding cake tasting after you’ve booked your baker, where you’ll select your cake’s flavors .

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The Cake Life

Wedding Cakes · Dickinson, ND

We create beautiful and delicious wedding cakes in the Dickinson, ND and surrounding areas. Please visit www.thecakelife.com for flavors and prices. (Wedding Cakes Fargo)

Gigi's Cupcakes of Fargo

7 reviews

· Wedding Cakes · Fargo, ND

Every handmade little cake is baked using the freshest ingredients. Saigon Cinnamon, Madagascar vanilla, farm fresh creamy butter, hand selected fruits and nuts, along with the smoothest cream cheese. We offer a seasonal menu with over 35 flavors and endless specials. Perfect for walk-ins or large... (Wedding Cakes Fargo)

Mama H's Sweets & Treats

Wedding Cakes · Ayr, ND

Based out of small-town North Dakota, near Fargo-Moorhead, I've been in the kitchen since I was a little girl. Growing up in a house full of home-cooking and home-baked goods, I have always known that I wanted to spread love with butter :) Now I create custom wedding cakes with you in mind. We will... (Wedding Cakes Fargo)

Kaity Kakes

4 reviews

· Wedding Cakes · Bismarck, ND

We bake custom designed cakes, cupcakes and cake pops for all occasions. Visit us at www.kaitykakes.com to see our slide show of products we've provided to customers. Kaity Kakes is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your... (Wedding Cakes Fargo)

Paquin's Sweet Harmony

13 reviews

· Wedding Cakes · Breckenridge, MN

Paquins Sweet Harmony has 32 cake flavors to choose from for your wedding cake, cupcakes or even cake pops. We have truffles, candy both on or off the stick for favors or for centerpieces. Cookie favors are also available. Our prices are the best around. For my complete photo gallery visit me at:... (Wedding Cakes Fargo)

Our Town Bakery

Wedding Cakes · Hillsboro, ND

At Our Town Bakery, we specialize in custom made wedding cakes, cupcakes, and classic pastries made from scratch for your special day. (Wedding Cakes Fargo)

Creamy Creations

17 reviews

· Wedding Cakes · Fargo, ND

Creamy Creations of Callaway, Minnesota specializes in cheesecake and other dessert items for weddings and other special occasions. Fresh ingredients are at the heart of each creation and include items such as a Turtle Cheesecake, White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake and other delicious desserts.... (Wedding Cakes Fargo)

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