While traditional weddings cakes are the most popular choice, dessert tables are still growing strong. We get why, desserts are the best! When planning a dessert table, there are several things that you want to consider, from what your serving, how it will be served, and how you want it displayed. Your baker should provide you with suggestions and ideas, and so will we! Read on to see our tips on how to create the best dessert table ever!
This is the fun part of wedding planning – picking your desserts! Get creative for your desserts, is there a dessert that you and your partner love? Something that incorporates your culture? We have seen everything here from donuts, to mini pies, baclava, cheesecakes, macaroons and more! When in doubt, cookies and cupcakes are always a crowd pleaser.
Hazy Lane Studios
We love when couples put their own flair on their wedding. After all, this day is about you! Add small details or a cute cake topper like this couple did. Go Sharks!
One Love Photography
Unless it is very clear what you are serving (like sugar cookies and chocolate cake), we recommend labeling your desserts. This lets guests know what they are eating, and is very helpful for any guests who may have allergies.
Yulia M. Photography
When planning your dessert table, having everything just on plates will make the table look flat and boring. Instead use things like cake stands, crates, and platters to add hight and dimension to your table. The final look will be more interesting, and will make it easier for guests to see and grab dessert items.
Essence Photography
Now that you have all of your desserts and serving pieces figured out, don’t forget to add a few things to make the table really pop! Adding candles or a fun linen is a great way to dress the table up. If your florist has some extra flowers, see if they can add them to your table. The dessert table is also a good place to put the bridesmaids bouquets after the photos are done.
Yulia M. Photography
Like we said, people love desserts. So much so, that unless there is a sign, there is a 99% chance that your guests will eat your desserts during cocktail hour. To avoid this, and to make sure your photographer can get photos of the table before it is devoured, add a sign! We’ve found that if you add a sign asking guests to wait until after dinner or after cake cutting, your dessert display will be ok until then.
Yulia M. Photography
Okay, now who’s ready for some sweets?
"We just got married at Elliston, and holy cow we want to do it over again every weekend! Madeline was the best day of coordinator we could have asked for. The day of went off without any issues! She worked seamlessly with all of my vendors, I felt pretty famous not having to worry about anything around me. As for Elliston... you will not find a more beautiful venue. The stone mansion is to die for. They updated the front pond and it beats any other winery in the valley (dare I say Napa too??). The patio has been updated and expanded to the perfect size. I just can't get over how perfect everything is. We've had every guest tell us that this was the most amazing, beautiful, fun, relaxed and loving wedding they've been to! The combination of the best coordinator and venue is something we will always cherish." - Kristie & Erik - April 26, 2019
