Cupcakes Vs. Cakes - Which is Best for Your Party?

When acting as the hostess for a bridal or baby shower, one of the keys to the party's success is the main dessert. But what to serve? Cupcakes? A cake? How do you choose and how will each choice be viewed by your guests? Depending on your budget, the time involved, and the guest of honor's preference, here's a look at which option is best for your party.

Cupcakes Vs. Cakes

It's very trendy these days to pass up the detailed, expensive, tiered party cakes and opt for stylish, designer cupcakes for guests. Which is better?

In favor of cupcakes...

- They are thought to be a money saver
- They can be baked and designed at home
- They can be displayed in a variety of manner - stand, shelves, shapes
- They can act as a personalize, individual dessert
- You can add decorations, theme items to store-bought cupcakes
- They can be fun and memorable
- They can be more flavorful and natural than a fondant cake
- They can have special cups to match theme or colors

Cupcakes are small and cute. You can decorate them in so many ways and if you have a cupcake stand, they make a great centerpiece.

In favor of cakes...

- They are still traditional for most parties (birthday, bridal or baby shower, holiday event)
- There's an elegance to a tiered cake that cupcakes don't offer
- Easy to make tiered cakes at home with simple ingredients and store bought decorations
- They have a larger "canvas" to fulfill any theme or color design
- Tradition is in favor of cakes; cupcakes being almost too casual or quirky
- They can be simple or can be decorated to the hilt to impress
- More leftovers for guests and guest of honor to take home

Cakes are a traditional treat for any party and come in a variety of flavors. They can be decorated with fruits, chocolate, and many other toppings that your guests will love.

Results?

Honestly, in today's world, there really are no rules that you absolutely have to follow when you plan and execute at party. Cupcakes and cakes are both a delicious way to entertain your guests. Depending on the theme, style, and budget of your event, either provide elegance to your table and no matter the choice, people will take away from the shower, event, or party what you put into it. In the battle of cupcakes versus cakes, there are no losers.




Criss White is a professional writer that writes about food, babies, and other party planning topics like baby shower cupcakes and other baby shower ideas. Criss enjoys hosting parties and baking when not writing.