We're here to help you keep moving forward, no matter what your plans are.
The wedding cake is often the focal point of a reception. Whether you’re eyeing a classic cake decorated with fresh flowers or a more modern design, a professional wedding cake baker can create a confection to suit your style. When booking a wedding cake baker, be sure to schedule a tasting so can you can pick your cake’s flavors, as well as the design!
Designs In Sugar is a special event cake designer specializing in fondant and sugarart, located in Collierville, Tennessee, and serving the general Memphis and adjacent areas. Owner Myra Govea de Arce is a sugar artist who provides couples with stunning works of art for their special day. Couples... (Wedding Cakes)
Amaru Confections is a professional wedding cake and dessert bakery based in Boise, Idaho. Lead culinary artist Aimee is a highly qualified and talented chef who loves creating handmade cakes for couples on their special day. Beginning Amaru Confections in 2000, Aimee has spent over two decades... (Wedding Cakes)
My Daughter’s Cakes is a custom wedding cake bakery in Dumont, New Jersey. From classic wedding cakes to luxury wedding cakes, My Daughter's Cakes will create the perfect cake design for your special day and bring all of your dreams to life, beautifully presented in an incredibly delicious work of... (Wedding Cakes)
Oh My Cupcakes! Gourmet Cupcakery is a wedding cake business operating out of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. These gateau experts take pride in providing couples with a colorful and delightful assortment of confectionery. As their name suggests, they specialize in cupcakes, making them an ideal choice... (Wedding Cakes)
Christy's Kitchen Ltd is a full-service, family-owned bakery in Peru, Illinois that serves Starved Rock and the surrounding areas. In addition to freshly baked desserts, breakfast pastries, custom cakes, wedding cakes and catering, this family-friendly bakery provides a custom-tailored experience... (Wedding Cakes)
Sweets By Sharon is a charming wedding cake bakery in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, initially established in 2015 by baking enthusiast Sharon Henize. What started as a hobby became a full-time passion project for Sharon after baking and designing her daughter’s wedding cake in 2008. Always striving for... (Wedding Cakes)
Wade Cakes and Weddings is a wedding bakery based in Pensacola, Florida, specializing in delicious flavors and bespoke designs. Founded by head baker Latoya, the business stems from her lifelong passion for baking and decorating cakes. While watching her mother and grandmother in the kitchen, Latoya... (Wedding Cakes)
Located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Unbirthday Cakes & Pastries creates spectacular wedding cakes for engaged couples. This cake studio was founded by Owner/ Pastry Chef Valerie Underwood, who has been passionate about culinary art since she was young. Boasting over two decades of experience in the... (Wedding Cakes)
Sweet Bouquets Cupcakes is a wedding bakery based in Austin, Texas. Experienced baker and owner Tanya specializes in custom floral cakes and cupcakes, creating everything from scratch using only the finest ingredients. Together with a talented team, she will tailor her talents to reflect your chosen... (Wedding Cakes)
Creative Cakes by Monica is a wedding cake company located in Springtown, Texas. This cake company has been creating customized desserts for the Fort Worth and Dallas areas for over 35 years. Creative Cakes by Monica offers cakes and other desserts in an array of flavors, textures, colors, and... (Wedding Cakes)
McLain’s Market is a bakery based in Lawrence, Kansas, that also serves the Topeka area. For over 70 years, McLain’s has specialized in creating delicious cakes for weddings and special occasions. At McLain’s, the talented team of pastry chefs want to take care of all of your dessert needs for you... (Wedding Cakes)
Don Brigadeiro is a bakery creating confections for weddings in Miami, Florida. They specialize in making brigadeiros, a much-loved treat enjoyed in Brazil. With a truffle-like consistency, the candy combines condensed milk, butter, and chocolate for a mouth-watering flavor that is sure to leave... (Wedding Cakes)
Better Baked by Riss is a Bridgeport, Pennsylvania-based business specializing in the creation of customized wedding cakes and delicious desserts. Owner, Riss Otto, is a talented baker and vibrant individual who is passionate about all things sugar. Her adventure with confectionery began at the age... (Wedding Cakes)
Tully’s Italian Deli & Saratori’s Pastry Shop specializes in homemade Italian cakes, cookies, and pastries. Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Tully’s offers a wide variety of homemade desserts for any special occasion. From classic wedding cakes to themed sweets, Tully’s is your one stop shop for... (Wedding Cakes)
Artesa Bakery is a wedding cake shop based in Homer Glen, Illinois. Owner Mikayla is an experienced pastry chef who brings her enthusiasm for all things sweet to every wedding she bakes for. Her team adds contemporary twists to traditional recipes and treats each cake as a unique work of... (Wedding Cakes)
Jazzy Cakes Bake Shop is a home bakery specializing in designer cakes for weddings in and around Dallas, Texas. Jasmine Buschbacher is the owner and baking connoisseur behind this business. With years of experience in the industry, this baker aims to make bespoke desserts in her clients’ visions.... (Wedding Cakes)
Turn an ordinary wedding into a personalized elegant affair. Providing old-world gelato display cases color-coordinated to your event, Dolce & Gelato creates a taste of Italy in antique Italian trucks and tasteful food choices. From black tie to backyard weddings, Dolce & Gelato offers gelato bars,... (Wedding Cakes)
My Sweet Diva is a wedding desserts company based in Concord, North Carolina. Owned and operated by Laytora and Deon Dash, this business is focused on creating romantic confections infused with passion. Lead baker Laytora first found her flair for baking at a young age. She observed her mother,... (Wedding Cakes)
Iris Street Bakery is a wedding cake business based out of McAllen, Texas. These specialists provide to-be-weds with custom-made delicacies made with passion and a sprinkle of quaint creativity. Their main aim is to bake gorgeous confections that look as good as they taste. Crafting sweet treats... (Wedding Cakes)
Try Pie is a community-focused bakery catering to weddings in the Waterloo, Iowa area, and beyond. As a youth ministry, this enterprise works with local young people to create a positive and productive environment for them to share their creative talents. Using local produce and presenting a variety... (Wedding Cakes)
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.
Lower range
$ 105 or less
Average cost
$ 500
Most couples spend between
$ 300 - $ 700
Upper range
$ 1000 or more
Costs displayed are based on spend from thousands of couples who recently reported pricing for this service within their WeddingWire review. Pricing varies based on factors including, but not limited to, vendor’s experience, level of expertise, event guest count, date, and geographic region.
View cake costs
We all know that a celebration simply isn't complete without cake. Of all of the time-honored wedding traditions, eating wedding cake is one of our favorites. Whether this is because of the endless variety of breathtaking decorations, the symbolic gesture of a new couple sharing this treasured sweetness with their loved ones, or because 90 percent of all couples swear they are not going to smear it all over their new spouse (and yet 75 percent of them still do!), or some combination of all these things – wedding cakes are one of the finest, most dazzling, yummiest type of dessert ever!
Now, we know what you're thinking – when can we sample some wedding cake? Keep in mind you should start looking for inspiration around six months before your wedding and plan cake tasting appointments at least three months before the Big Day. It's important to take into account your wedding theme and color palette when choosing the shape, style and size of your wedding cake.
If you're not familiar with the difference between buttercream and fondant, check out our Ultimate Wedding Cake Glossary. You can also get inspiration from our Cakes & Desserts articles. When you've finished some basic research, join the conversation on our wedding forums with other engaged couples and newlyweds to get more ideas or hear first-hand what did and did not work on their wedding days.
When you've narrowed your options down to two or three professional wedding cake bakeries, it's time to set tasting appointments. When you schedule, don’t forget to ask whether there is a tasting session fee, so this doesn’t catch you off-guard during your appointment.
When the day of the tasting(s) arrives, here are a few suggestions for what to discuss with your baker to make sure they’re able to create your dream wedding cake. First of all, ask to see photos of past creations. This should give you a good idea of their creative talents. Then, try tasting a variety of different flavors. Often, you can arrange to have each layer be a different type of cake. You can even inquire as to whether they offer vegan, gluten-free or dairy-free flavors. This is important for guests with food restrictions or allergies. You’ll also want to find out if they coordinate with wedding venues and wedding florists for cake delivery and set-up – this will save you some trouble if they can connect directly with each other.
If you and your fiancé(e) aren't fans of wedding cake, that's fine, too. You can always opt to go with a smaller cake and/or offer alternative dessert options. Don’t forget to ask your baker about suggestions for other sugary possibilities. If you’re not sure what to do, take a quiz to find what other wedding desserts you should serve at your wedding.
Before making any final selections, be sure to determine your wedding cake budget. Depending on your preferences, you may choose to splurge on the cake itself and save money on elaborate cake decorations, or vice versa. The helpful WeddingWire budget planner can guide you in making these tough financial decisions. You’ll be able to dig in and enjoy your wedding cake on your Big Day – on-budget and guilt-free!
