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How Much Cake Do I Need For Thirty Guests?
When we envision a classic wedding cake, it often boasts three or more tiers, giving a sense of tradition and elegance. The origins of tiered wedding cakes trace back to a charming custom where the bride and groom would attempt to share a kiss over the tallest cake their skilled baker could construct. Successfully sealing their love without causing the cake to tumble was believed to bring good fortune to their marriage!
In modern times, while we may no longer kiss over cakes, our love for a multi-tiered confection remains. But how much cake should you actually order? Determining the number of tiers becomes a balancing act, considering your guest count, desired portions, potential leftovers, and, of course, your budgetary constraints. It's essential to assess how many tiers will perfectly complement your special day, but remember–there's no rule against opting for a stunning single-tier custom cake that exudes simplicity and refinement.
In this guide, we’ll shed light on the art of choosing the right number of cake tiers for your wedding guests.
Tiers and Servings
When determining the number of servings your cake should provide, it's essential to consider the size of each tier, or cake layer. For instance, a typical thirty-centimetre wedding cake can serve a range of forty to sixty individuals. A twenty-five-centimetre cake offers approximately thirty to forty servings, while a twenty-centimetre cake placed on the top tier caters to around twenty to twenty-five people.
Therefore, a classic three-tier cake composed of thirty-, twenty-five-, and twenty-centimetre layers can generously accommodate around one hundred guests. If you prefer a narrower cake, it will be more petite, cost-effective, and serve a smaller number of attendees.
Choosing Your Tier Style
For many couples, a grand tiered cake serves as the quintessential wedding centrepiece, adding a touch of elegance to a reception. However, if you find yourself seeking a towering cake with multiple layers but have a more intimate guest list, opting for a slimmer cake with platform tiers can strike the right balance. On the other hand, if your focus lies in intricate surface decorations, a broader two-tiered cake with a cascading design might be the ideal choice.
Considering Your Budget
Be sure to set a firm budget for your cake and make a commitment to stick to it. This can become unexpectedly tricky when it comes to tiered cakes–adding extra tiers can inflate the cost of your cake.
Why? Tiered cake making entails baking, stacking, and decorating a substantial amount of cake. Each tier needs time for decoration and strong structural support; a lofty tiered cake may accumulate expenses as high as its layers, but fear not–there are many ways we can help make sure you get your tall, stunning cake without an exorbitant price tag.
Planning Around Other Desserts
In case you have additional desserts planned alongside the cake, it's important to adjust the size of the cake accordingly. For instance, if you'll be offering cookies and ice cream in addition to the wedding cake, you can reduce the cake size to account for the fact that most people may not go for seconds or may prefer smaller slices. By considering the presence of other sweet treats, you can ensure that the cake size aligns with the overall dessert offerings and guest preferences.
