How Much Does a Wedding Cake Cost?

By: Lisa Bower

How much does a wedding cake cost? This is a normal question for anyone thinking about a wedding or in the midst of wedding planning. Depending on your tastes, your needs, and your wishes, a wedding cake can cost as much or as little as you want. Really, a wedding cake could cost close to nothing or it could be a major investment.

If you decide to have your cake made by a caterer or baker, the costs will depend on the amount of cake you will need and the cake's design. The more elaborate the cake, the more expensive it will be. Many caterers and bakers have pre-designed wedding cakes for you to choose from, and if you decide to alter these designs or come in with your own design, this will increase the price. The price of cake is generally comprised of the price per person it will feed. You could expect to pay anywhere from $2-8 per person.

Also, consider the design of the cake. The more icing, cake toppings, garnishes, tiers and extras you have, the more expensive the cake will be. If you choose a simple design, the cake will be less expensive because it won't have as many extras and will be easier to make. If you choose to have a fruit filling, fruit topping, or fruit sides to your wedding cake, be sure the fruit is in season. If it's not in season, the cake will be even more expensive. If you choose fruit that is local and in season, your cake will be less expensive.

However, if you don't want to pay tons of money for a wedding cake, you can always make the cake yourself or ask friends for help. If you plan far enough in advance, you could even try out different recipes and see which cakes come out the best. This way, you can save money, have ownership over the cake, and will know exactly what to expect come your wedding day.

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