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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!
Wind City Sweets & Treats is a wedding bakery in Casper, Wyoming, founded by devoted baker Lisa Dodds in 2016. Initially established in Lisa’s kitchen, the team was expanded in 2019 in order to launch the exclusive made-to-order bakery within Gruner Brother’s Brewing. Here, the team creates desserts... (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)
Thistle & Honey Baking is a home based bakery located in Middlebury, Vermont, offering an inclusive array of wedding desserts, for the traditional and nontraditional alike. From tiered wedding cakes, to cupcake or pie towers, to fully-customized miniature dessert bars, working with clients to create... (Wedding Cakes)
Based in Sulphur, Louisiana, The Sweetest Thing Gourmet Cotton Candy can make your wedding celebration that bit more memorable. They endeavor to bring their passion for high-quality cotton candy with a sophisticated twist to their service and to your day. From party favors to on-the-day service,... (Wedding Cakes)
Sugar Shell is a wedding cake company operating out of Idaho Falls, Idaho. This bakery is a family-owned business with over five decades of experience in the industry. All cakes and sweet treats at this bakehouse can be customized to suit your personalities and specific desires. Whether it’s a... (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)
Absaroka Cake Company is a Jackson, Wyoming-based business that specializes in the design and creation of delicious wedding-inspired desserts. These expert pastry chefs are committed to bringing your dream wedding cake to life by focusing on your vision and expectations. With extensive experience,... (Wedding Cakes)
Baker's Cakes is a wedding cake and dessert service based in Dietrich, Illinois. Meghan Baker, the professional behind Baker’s Cakes, adores every aspect of the wedding cake creation process. With over 16 years of experience, she offers a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every client. No matter... (Wedding Cakes)
Sweet On Maui is a wedding cake service located in Kahului, Hawaii. This team specializes in creating bespoke cakes to enhance any special event. They understand that the cake is one of the quintessential elements of a wedding and strive to bring the soon-to-be newlyweds’ dessert dreams to life.... (Wedding Cakes)
A Unique Cake for a Unique Occasion... Cakes by Christa, based in Charles County, MD., is an up and coming D.C. metro cakery. These custom cakes are enhanced by handmade edible art. You will remember this cake long after the event. She specializes in bridal shower, bachelorette/bacherlor party, and... (Wedding Cakes)
Nosh Tucson is a wedding catering and bakery company operating out of Tucson, Arizona. This independent business is owned and operated by Tyler and Tina Marie Wilken, a husband-and-wife duo with a passion for food and bringing people together. They have assembled a talented culinary team that uses... (Wedding Cakes)
The Cake Company of Canyon is a wedding cake service based out of Canyon, Texas. These confectionery specialists provide couples with sweet treats that are worthy of milestone occasions. Originally established in 1999 by Mandy Williams and her husband, this operation has been delivering quality... (Wedding Cakes)
At Nothing Bundt Cakes, we provide our guests with the highest quality cakes, superior service and creative solutions for all your wedding needs. Each recipe uses only the purest ingredients; fresh eggs, real butter and real cream cheese to bring you bundt perfection. With 10 different flavors and 4... (Wedding Cakes)
Based in Kansas City, Missouri, The GoGo Candy Co. is a specialized candy pop-up truck that is a great sweet treat for wedding events. With hundreds of candy selections delivered inside a purpose-built truck, it will let your inner child run wild. A family-owned company, this business focuses on the... (Wedding Cakes)
Our handcrafted Bundt Cakes are a sweet way to celebrate your 'I Do's.' Our cakes are baked fresh using real eggs, butter and cream cheese. Our cakes are all topped with our signature butter and cream cheese frosting. From our two tiered cake to our bite-sized Bundtinis, we have the perfect cake... (Wedding Cakes)
Designs In Sugar is a wedding bakery located in Collierville, Tennessee, that serves the Memphis region. Owner Myra Govea de Arce is a sugar artist who provides couples work stunning works of art for their special day. Couples and guests will find her cakes to be both delicious and amazing to look... (Wedding Cakes)
Located in Kennesaw, Georgia, Honeysuckle Biscuits & Bakery can provide a wide array of sweet treats for wedding occasions. From a centerpiece wedding cake to delicious biscuits and pastries, this family-owned-and-operated business can provide for all of your dessert needs. They aim to elevate your... (Wedding Cakes)
Make Your Event Extra Special With Beautifully Designed Candy & Dessert Buffets! Do you have an event or celebration coming up? Treat your guests to a feast of mouthwatering confections that would be the perfect finish to a meal and would be great as snacks, too! Candy Buffets can be a perfect... (Wedding Cakes)
Based in Moretown, Vermont, The Goose Chase Cake Design is a full-service bakery. Couples seeking custom-designed wedding cakes will find plenty of options with this establishment's talented pastry chef, Sarah Auger. For those wanting something a bit different than a traditional cake, dessert tables... (Wedding Cakes)
Gâté Pâtisserie is a wedding dessert company based out of Butte, Montana. Specializing in handcrafted French pastries, the expert team is on hand to customize desserts for your wedding reception. Partners Brittany & David delight in collaborating with to-be-weds to create classic and romantic sweet... (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.
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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!
