Wedding Cake Alternatives

While a tiered wedding cake can wow your guests, there are other options for decadent reception desserts, ranging from donuts to s’mores.

Place these donuts on a tiered tower for a wedding cake look that's only a fraction of the cost. Pair with coffee drinks or dessert wines.

It may still be a cake, but an ice cream cake is a fun alternative for a sweltering summer wedding. Guests will love cooling down with this sweet treat. Just be sure to be mindful of serving time-- this is one dessert that won't keep if left in the sun.

With bite-sized desserts, guests won’t feel so guilty indulging in one (or three). Arrange assorted flavors on a tiered tower for an elegant look with ease.

Not a cake person? Try some pie. Guests can grab these mini pies without waiting to be served. For a fall wedding try pecan or pumpkin and for summer weddings try blueberry or blackberry.

Savor the flavor of wedding cake in cupcakes. Dainty and delicate, these cupcakes are as beautiful as a wedding cake, and knife-free.

Decorate these precious pops to match your wedding palette. Craft a tiered tower to hold them for a grandiose presentation guests will swoon over.

S’mores bring the warmth of childhood and campfires to any event. Provide homemade marshmallows, gourmet chocolate, and an open flame (or bonfire).

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