How to Pair Cake Flavours with Desserts for Your Wedding Dessert Table
At Farmhouse Bakery, I believe that a well-curated dessert table can be the highlight of your wedding reception. It’s not just about offering a variety of sweets; it’s about creating harmonious flavour pairings that elevate the entire experience. Here’s how to pair our delicious cake flavours with complementary desserts for a delightful spread at your wedding dessert table—and don’t forget, mixing and matching cake flavours adds even more variety for your guests!
1. Chocolate & Salted Caramel Cake
Pair with: Chocolate Hazelnut Brownies and Classic Chocolate Cupcakes
The rich chocolate and indulgent salted caramel in this cake can be beautifully complemented by fudgy chocolate hazelnut brownies and classic chocolate cupcakes. These treats enhance the chocolatey goodness while adding delightful texture variations.
2. Raspberry White Chocolate Cake
Pair with: Raspberry Cheesecake Pots and Mini Loaves (Raspberry White Chocolate)
The velvety sponge filled with raspberries and white chocolate pairs perfectly with raspberry cheesecake pots, creating a fruity, creamy experience. Add mini loaves with raspberry white chocolate for a delightful assortment.
3. Lemon, Poppyseed & Lemon Curd Cake
Pair with: Lemon Mousse Pots and Lemon & Blueberry Mini Loaves
This cake’s bright, citrusy notes work beautifully with lemon mousse pots for a light and refreshing dessert. Complement it with lemon & blueberry mini loaves for a cohesive blend of flavours.
4. Coffee & Walnut Cake
Pair with: Cookies & Cream Cheesecake Pots and Pistachio & Raspberry Mini Loaves
The robust flavour of coffee and the crunch of walnuts make this cake a sophisticated choice. Pair it with cookies & cream cheesecake pots for a creamy counterpart, and add pistachio & raspberry mini loaves for a nutty, fruity contrast.
5. Chocolate Biscuit Cake
Pair with: Maltesers Tiffin and NYC Classic Cookies
This classic cake is rich and satisfying. Pair it with Maltesers tiffin for a crunchy treat, and include NYC classic cookies to offer guests a nostalgic option that complements the cake’s chocolate profile.
6. Red Velvet Cake
Pair with: Red Velvet NYC Cookies and Classic Vanilla Cheesecake Pots
The light, cocoa-hinted sponge of red velvet pairs perfectly with red velvet cookies for a cohesive theme. Classic vanilla cheesecake pots provide a creamy, balanced option that harmonizes well with the cake's richness.
7. Lemon & Blueberry Cake
Pair with: Buttermilk Scones with Butter & Jam and Blueberry Mousse Pots
This tangy cake is fresh and vibrant, making it a great match for the scones scones. Add blueberry mousse pots for a fruity finish that complements the cake's flavours beautifully.
8. Lotus Biscoff Cake
Pair with: Biscoff Rocky Road and Cookies & Cream Mousse Pots
The sweet, spiced notes of Lotus Biscoff cake can be complemented by Biscoff rocky road for a crunchy treat, while cookies & cream mousse pots offer a creamy balance that adds variety.
9. Chocolate Fudge Cake
Pair with: White Chocolate Blondies and Milk Chocolate Mousse Pots
This rich chocolate fudge cake is a chocolate lover's dream. Pair it with luscious white chocolate blondies for a contrasting texture and milk chocolate mousse pots for an indulgent chocolate experience.
10. Classic Vanilla & Strawberry Jam Cake
Pair with: Classic Buttermilk Scones and Cookies & Cream Brownies
This classic cake pairs wonderfully with classic buttermilk scones for a light option. Add cookies & cream brownies for a fun, indulgent treat that adds variety to your dessert table.
Mix and Match for Added Variety
Many of my clients love the idea of choosing two or three different cake flavours for their tiered cake. This not only adds a visual element to the cake but also allows guests to sample a range of flavours. For example, a combination of Chocolate & Salted Caramel, Raspberry White Chocolate, and Lemon & Blueberry can create a stunning and delicious tiered cake that everyone will love!
Creating a dessert table that features a variety of textures and flavours is all about balance. By thoughtfully pairing our cake flavours with complementary desserts—and considering mix-and-match options—you can provide your guests with a delightful culinary experience that enhances your wedding celebration. If you have any questions or need assistance in planning your sweet spread, feel free to reach out!