Wedding cakes are amazing! Probably the second-best thing, apart from the couple themselves, of course. But sometimes, they can be a little overrated if we’re being honest. Especially with everything being cake these days. No, seriously… EVERYTHING is cake (if you know what we meme #punintended). If you’re looking for an out-of-the-box star dessert at your wedding, here are some ideas that we think you would absolutely love!
Pop It & Say Cheese!
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Cake pops are fun ways to pack the goodness of a wedding cake into little ball-sized treats. A playful take on your main dessert, this is guaranteed to be loved by all your guests, from children to adults. If you want to move further away from the traditional concept of wedding desserts, don’t be afraid to go for a literal ‘cheese’ cake. With different gourmet options, cheese lovers are sure going to go crazy. And not to be cheesy, but a tower of cheese sure does sound gouda. So the real question here is to brie or not to brie…
Croquembouche For Me & You
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This striking French alternative to a wedding cake is a wonderful dessert that not only tastes great but looks so good, it just might be the showstopper at your wedding. A tower of choux pastry balls drizzled in chocolate or caramel will have mouths watering at the mere sight itself. Apart from wiping their tears after a moving ceremony, guests might need tissues to catch their drool, we reckon.
Say Cheers With Churros Or Giant Stacks Of Cinnamon Rolls
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No rule says churros and cinnamon rolls can’t make for the perfect wedding dessert. We mean, look at these pictures! All the sugary and creamy goodness will only add to the sweetness of your wedding day. Stacks of pancakes or crepes are also great alternatives, and if you’re looking for a chocolaty option, why not go for a tower of chocolate cream puffs?
Individual Mini Cakes
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With the pandemic still making us nervous about large gatherings, individual cakes like these are sure to be more in demand and make guests feel comfortable. Move away from the conventional wedding cakes this season and give your guests a personalized experience with these individual works of art. A unique twist on the traditional wedding cake, these cute and petite bites are great for an elegant wedding dessert, different from any other.
Cheesecakes Galore!
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Cheesecakes are delicious and heavenly desserts. These cream-filled, biscuit-based treats are not typically ordered for weddings, but we say why not? If you want to go a slightly different route than your traditional wedding cakes but don’t want to stray too far, a cheesecake is the perfect option.
Millefoglie For All
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This Italian dessert is THE one if you’re hosting an Italian wedding, or having your destination wedding in Italy. Or maybe you just love the idea and want to have it as a substitute for the typical wedding cake. Either way, this light puff pastry stack filled with delicious pastry cream is absolutely hard to resist. Topped with plenty of fresh fruits, maybe a dusting of powdered sugar, and voila! The perfect dessert that does not override sweetness.
A classic wedding cake will never go out of style. That said, why settle for basic when you can have a cake as unique as you? Your wedding day being a special occasion, have as many unique elements as you can to make it all the more memorable for you and your partner. And with desserts like these, we’re sure your guests will remember it too. Don’t be afraid to try something out of the ordinary and make a statement with your cake.
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