Cake piece sizes

msummerf

We're planning on using our cake as dessert - meaning that we want to offer bigger pieces of cake than the traditional wedding size.  I'm just not exactly sure how big to make them.  I'm going to be making my own cake so I can't really ask a baker about sizing.  Anyone have an idea about what size would work for a dessert size slice of cake that will end up being about 3.5" in height?

bridalgal50

Standard size is 1"x2"x4"

If you've ever noticed, a lot of venues cut more of a 1/2" slice! grrr...  a 1" piece is sufficient for a dessert, but if you want to be really generous, consider a 11/2" slice.  Just remember that the larger piece means needing more cake!  Is your venue cutting the cake? If so, make sure they know to slice larger pieces or you will have a ton of cake left over!

sb9411

You could also bake a "show" dessert and have a big sheet cake to serve your guest. That may be budget friendly and you can give out big chunks!!!

mica178

Talk with your baker.  When he/she drops off the cake, he/she will instruct the reception venue staff how to cut the cake specifically to your request (larger pieces, etc.).

cai0311

The standard size wedding cake slice is 1" wide x 2" deep and 4" high.  You can find all the info you need here:
http://www.wilton.com/cakes/cake-cutting-guides/wedding-cake-cutting-guide.cfm

and here:
http://www.wilton.com/cakes/making-cakes/baking-wedding-cake-2-inch-pans.cfm

Hope that helps.

msummerf

I know the standard size is 1"x2"x"4, but I do want larger pieces since it's all there will be for dessert.  Our cake will be closer to 3" high (rather than 4), so I was thinking that 2"x2" might be a better choice.  I'm making the cake myself, so there's not a significant difference in cost.

Thanks for the input.