Wedding sheet cakes have become a popular and practical alternative to traditional tiered wedding cakes. Not only are they easier to serve and transport, but they also offer a wider variety of flavors and designs.
If you’re planning a wedding and considering a sheet cake for your reception, you’re in luck as in this article, we’ll be exploring some of the best wedding sheet cake ideas to inspire your dessert table and make your special day even sweeter.
From classic flavors to unique designs, we’ve got you covered. So, let’s get started!
1. White Rosette Sheet Cake
If a stunning design is what you’re looking for in a wedding cake, then this white rosette sheet cake is an excellent choice.
The cake is completely covered in piped-on white roses, creating a look that is absolutely perfect for a wedding celebration, particularly if you are fond of the more traditional white wedding look and want to incorporate it into the cake as well as the other aspects of your wedding.
Sheet cakes might be simplistic cakes, but the intricate detailing of the rosettes on this cake makes things a little more in-depth.
2. Rose-Themed Wedding Sheet Cake
Whilst we are on the subject of roses, this next wedding sheet cake is another that incorporates the traditional wedding flower in a gorgeous design.
This cake features piped-on roses of different sizes and colors, alternating between red, pink, and white. There are also some hints of green to be found on the cake thanks to the inclusion of piped-on stems and leaves to go with the roses.
A simple but beautiful design, this sheet cake is a must for those who are looking to incorporate roses into their wedding in a big way.
3. Berry Sheet Cake
Berries are a popular choice for wedding cakes in terms of both the flavor and the toppings due to their fresh taste and universally loved flavors. If a sheet cake with berries is what you are looking for with your wedding, this could be the choice for you.
The design of the cake is simple yet sophisticated, with berries of various kinds- including strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries- dotted around both the bottom and the surface of the cake.
The inclusion of a simple cake topper showing the bride and groom with their pets, along with icing of the couple’s names and the date makes this an elegant and fresh choice of sheet cake for a wedding.
4. Floral Sheet Cake
If flowers are more your thing, then this next floral-themed sheet cake is sure to catch your attention!
This cake is as much a piece of art in its own right as it is a cake thanks to the gorgeous design, with edible flowers of all colors scatted throughout the cake in a way that makes it look like they have been baked directly into it.
This choice of cake is the perfect example of taking a simple cake base and turning it into something truly unique and beautiful.
5. Lemon and Blueberry Sheet Cake
Lemon and blueberries are a match made in flavor heaven when it comes to cake, and so this cake could be exactly what you are looking for if you are a fan of this particular fruit combination.
The fresh, summer taste that you get with lemons and blueberries is perfect for a sheet cake at a summer wedding, thanks to the refreshing tang of the lemon with the sweet crunch of the blueberries.
The look of this cake is also eye-catching thanks to the combination of the blue from the blueberries and the yellow from the lemons.
If it is a cake with fresh and summery tastes that you are looking for, this lemon and blueberry sheet cake is a delicious and stylish choice.
6. Wedding Book Sheet Cake
This next choice of a sheet cake is a highly creative one, with the design mirroring that of a storybook.
The great thing about this design is that it is highly customizable so that you can have minimal writing iced onto it or more substantial words should you choose them. You can even just have pictures rather than words if so choose.
No matter how you decide to decorate a book-themed wedding sheet cake, you are sure to enjoy the customization options available as well as the delicious taste of your chosen flavors.
7. Tiered Wedding Sheet Cake
Tiered wedding cakes are the norm for many weddings, but this tiered cake changes the style up a bit by utilizing the humble sheet cake.
This particular sheet cake features various tiers of different-sized sheet cakes that are stacked on top of one another and decorated beautifully with various piped-on roses and floral arrangements.
The design of this cake is truly attention-grabbing, so if you opt for a tiered sheet cake, you are guaranteed to have a stunning wedding cake that will instantly become the centerpiece of the ceremony.
8. Blackberry and Blueberry Sheet Cake
Going back to the summery flavors, this blackberry, and blueberry sheet cake is another great option for a simple yet fresh-flavored sheet wedding cake.
Simplicity truly is key with this choice of cake, as it features just one cake topper along with blackberries and blueberries scattered around the surface of the cake as well as on the layer underneath.
Fans of the flavors of blackberries and blueberries who want a simple kind of cake for their wedding are sure to find a lot to enjoy with this particular choice.
9. Fall-Themed Wedding Sheet Cake
Fall is a season that many people consider their favorite, and if this is the case for you, it might be that you are scheduled to have a fall wedding thanks to your love of the season.
If so, you might be looking for a cake to match your favorite time of the year. In that case, look no further than this pretty fall-themed wedding sheet cake!
The cake features piping around the outside and designs based around fall made in icing on the surface of the cake, such as a tree with leaves scattered on the ground next to a silhouette of the bride and groom (Also check out Stunning Weddings In The Woods).
10. White Almond and Raspberry Sheet Cake
Almond and raspberry is another perfect flavor combination, and it is one that we can see come together beautifully in this next wedding-themed sheet cake.
As well as featuring this sweet flavor combo, this cake also has a very pretty design that would suit a wedding perfectly, thanks to the elegant swirls on the white cake and the floral centerpiece.
As well as being an attractive sheet cake, it is also one that features some tasty and sweet flavors, making for a wedding cake that is sure to be a hit amongst your guests.
11. White Detailed Sheet Cake
Another simple design, this white sheet cake features pretty swirls all over it along with piping on the edges of the surface and the bottom of the cake.
This is a must for those looking for a simple yet effective wedding cake that would pair with a traditional ceremony.
The patterns themselves are similar to those that you find on certain wedding dresses, meaning that the bride may well be able to match up with her wedding cake!
12. Heart-Shaped Fall Sheet Cake
Last but not least, this is another choice of wedding sheet cake that features the theme of the fall season and so would work well at a fall wedding.
The cake features a large heart on the top with a rectangular sheet cake underneath. The fall theme comes from the various decorations on the top of the cake, with icing shaped like leaves, flowers, and branches in fall colors such as browns, oranges, greens, and yellows.
The inclusion of the heart-shaped centerpiece makes this wedding sheet cake a little different from the other cakes that we have looked at on this list, but it also adds a little more in terms of depth and shape.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re looking for a classic wedding cake flavor or something unique and trendy, there are countless options when it comes to wedding sheet cakes.
From elegant designs to playful decorations, these cakes offer a versatile and delicious way to celebrate your special day.
Whether you’re serving a small or large crowd, a sheet cake can be a practical and budget-friendly choice that still delivers big on taste and style.
So, whether you’re a traditionalist or a trendsetter, we hope these ideas have given you some inspiration for your wedding sheet cake. Remember, at the end of the day, it’s all about creating a sweet memory that you and your guests will treasure for a lifetime!
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Having worked as a Wedding Planner for the last 9 years, I have learned a few things about planning weddings! I know the strain it can place on a couple, and how much there really is to consider before the big day.
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