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Having cake at a wedding has definitely been a long-standing tradition. Cutting a wedding cake really takes some work and careful calculation, divvying up pieces to all of your delighted guests. Cupcake wedding cakes are the ideal option if you’re hoping to avoid all that comes with cutting a traditional wedding cake, even eliminating the need for plates and forks. Plus, they’re a fun way to set-up a display that will really make a statement. With so many options for flavors, colors, and ways to showcase these cute mini cakes, cupcake wedding cakes might just be the perfect fit for your nuptials. Read on for 19 unique ideas to get the inspiration started.
What a stunning display in a gorgeous color palette! This simple white-and-gold cupcake tower pairs buttercream florals with real buds for a beautiful set-up. Switch things up to offer multiple options on your display. This stunning tower is the perfect size of cake for a traditional cutting, plus it’s paired with macarons and cupcakes to match. Don’t be afraid to bring multiple flavors into the mix if you’re choosing a cupcake wedding cake. Part of the beauty is that you won’t have to choose just one!
The naked cake on top of this tower is simply stunning—especially when paired with fresh florals. That said, the buttercream-decorated cupcakes are just as swoon-worthy. Part of the beauty of offering cupcakes is bringing variety into a display. And you can even do that with your glassware and decorative items as well! We love the way this table includes multiple sizes and shapes of platters. Switch up the typical display and go for something bold utilizing a shelf.
If you don’t want to choose between the traditional tiered cake and cupcakes, there’s no need to. This set-up pairs a chocolate cake with cupcakes, offering a flavor everyone will love. A cupcake wedding cake can truly be anything you want it to be. And you don’t need to go overboard with a huge display if you don’t need that many cupcakes. This simple display features a small cake with red velvet, cheesecake, and s’mores cupcakes, all surrounded by lovely greenery and florals. This tower is an absolute dream, bringing in elements of rustic design.