One of the most exciting parts about planning a wedding is the picking out the perfect cake. Why not throw caution to the wind and try one of these unconventional wedding cakes below?
Unconventional Wedding Cakes to Try
Going with unconventional wedding cakes isn’t just a fabulous way to show off your unique personalities, it’s also a great money saver! When you step outside the traditional tiered cake, your possibilities are endless (which means your budget has a lot more flexibility).
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1. A Cake For Every Table
Rather than a large cake, why not surprise guests with a small cake at their table? You can pick and choose the flavors for each cake; you can create different designs for each table depending on who’s sitting where; or you can keep it simple. The only limit with this kind of cake is your imagination!
If you’re talented in the kitchen and want to save some cash, you can even make these yourself with the help of these mini cake pans.
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2. Macarons
Either an entire display of gorgeous macarons in the shape of a cake, or a few layers underneath an equally beautiful traditional wedding cake – the choice is yours. Light, airy and downright flawless, macarons are a perfect choice for a romantic wedding day!
You can even buy them on Amazon! I recommend Leila Love if you go that route, as they’re highly rated and come in tons of beautiful colors.
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3. Cupcakes
More and more weddings are featuring cupcakes alongside a more traditional wedding cake – and why not? Cupcakes are truly little bites of heaven! You can include different flavors and styles, arranged in intricate patterns. Or just layer them up in a shape of a cake using something like this stand.
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4. Donuts
OK, let me just say that I personally think this is the most wonderful idea in the world. Everyone loves donuts! Many bakeries offer a wide range of amazing and different donut flavors.
5. Pies
Rather than a cake, perhaps a beautiful pie is more up your alley. Apple pie; strawberry rhubarb; peach pie; and the list goes on. And what an amazing list it is!
6. Tarts
Tarts are kind of like pies, except they have a crumblier crust (and only on the bottom). They also look a little more upscale than their pie cousins, making them perfect for a traditional wedding. Like pies, though, they come in countless amazing flavors.
7. Cake Pops
Mini pieces of cake, frosted beautifully and served on a stick? Delicious, and not to mention fun! How many times have you been to a wedding and noticed that most guests only take one or two bites of their piece of wedding cake? Problem solved with gorgeous cake pops!
You could even make your own using a kit like this one, then give them out as cheap wedding favors.
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Delight the kid in all of your guests by serving up fabulous cookies instead of a traditional cake. From macadamia nut and white chocolate; to salted caramel and milk chocolate chips… well let’s just say that I would be one happy wedding guest! Add in some sugar cookies decorated in your wedding colors to pull it all together!
9. Pancake Cake
Fluffy pancakes, or daintily thin ones that are more like crepes: the choice is yours on your wedding day! Surprise your guests and tempt their palates with an original pancake wedding cake. I love the idea above for a same-sex wedding cake. It’s a fun way to incorporate the Pride flag into your day without going overboard on rainbows.
10. Sweet Rolls
Sweet- or cinnamon- rolls make a wonderful alternative to a traditional wedding cake any time of the year, but I especially love them for a winter wedding. There’s just something so wonderful about biting into a hot cinnamon bun on a cold day. Just make sure your caterer knows they need to be heated up first!
11.Miniature Cheesecakes
I just love the idea of giving each guest their own rich and creamy mini cheesecake, don’t you? Use different toppings and crusts for a unique display, then let guests choose their favorites to enjoy.
12. A Literal Cake Made of Cheese
There are cheesecakes, then there are CHEESE cakes! My brother actually had something like this as his own special cake (along with their traditional wedding cake), and I thought it was just so clever!
13. Rice Krispy Treats
Another clever Pinterest find, this Rice Krispy treat cake takes our favorite childhood snack to whole new levels (literally, as it’s tiered). So cool, right?
Whether you choose a traditional wedding cake or something a little more unconventional for your wedding is up to you. It’s your special day so if you feel drawn to an unconventional wedding cake, I say go for it!
What are some of the most amazing unconventional wedding cakes you’ve ever tasted?
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These may be unconventional, but they are beautiful. I am betting that they are tasty too.
I think cupcakes are really cute for weddings. I was at a wedding recently where they had a small wedding cake for the couple and then each guest had an adorable cupcake at the table. Loved it!