Cakes add a special touch to bridal showers and the more personal the cake, the more the bride will remember and appreciate the cake. There are several ways to personalize a bridal shower cake and ways to add embellishments that will make the cake stand out. Here are a few ideas to help get you started. Does this Spark an idea?
Choosing a Design
Before you begin baking or custom-ordering from a bake shop, think about the bride's interests, favorite colors and things. Incorporating something deeply personal will help you narrow down what type of cake to bake or buy. You can also peruse bakeries, magazines and cookbooks to help spark ideas. If the bridal shower has a specific theme, try to match that theme with the cake as well.
To Bake or Buy
If you have had experience baking and decorating cakes, have a go at making the bridal shower cake. Make sure you make practice cakes first to test out your decorating techniques. If you are not that experienced, stick with simple cakes with basic decorations. If you decide to order from a bakery, consult with their designers to come up with the cake you want. Also, whether baking it yourself or going to a cake shop, get a headcount of the guests to make sure you make or order a cake large enough to feed everyone. Err on the side of caution, and order slightly more than necessary.
Decorations
There are many types of cakes you can make or get for the shower. You can get a picture cake made for the occasion, which adds a personal touch. You can also add various embellishments to the cake such as fresh flowers, sugar flowers, jewelery and inscriptions.
Cake Alternatives
If you do not want to bring a traditional cake, why not try cupcakes instead. You can also create a cupcake buffet where the guests can add their own frosting and cupcake toppings, such as M&Ms, chocolate chips, sprinkles and coconut shavings, among others. You can also use a giant cookie instead of a cake or have numerous decorated cookies.
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