How to Choose the Perfect Cake Flavours for Your Wedding Day
How to Choose the Perfect Cake Flavours for Your Wedding Day
By Lulu’s Primrose Bakery | Luxury Wedding Cakes in Devon & Cornwall
As a luxury wedding cake designer in Devon and Cornwall, my approach to cake design goes far beyond creating something that simply looks beautiful. Every cake I create is a custom-crafted centrepiece—designed to be both visually breathtaking and unforgettable in flavour. With years of experience and a deep passion for patisserie, I’ve curated a menu that reflects refined taste and modern flair, transforming each wedding cake into a sensory experience from the first bite to the last crumb.
Gone are the days of dense, traditional fruitcake being the default wedding option. Today’s couples are embracing more creative, personalised flavour combinations that truly reflect their personalities and preferences. Whether it’s a delicate lemon and elderflower sponge for a summer garden wedding or a rich chocolate mud cake layered with truffle buttercream for a winter celebration, your cake can be tailored to suit your day—and your guests' palates.
One of the most exciting trends I love seeing is couples opting for a different flavour in each tier. Not only does this make your cake even more memorable, but it also caters to a variety of tastes and adds a playful, personalised touch to your reception.
Your bespoke wedding cake should be more than just a beautiful centrepiece—it should be the most delicious cake you’ve ever tasted. Let’s work together to create something truly exceptional.
To guide you through this flavourful journey, I’ve put together a handy guide to my most popular wedding cake flavours—the perfect starting point for designing a cake that’s every bit as flavourful as it is fabulous.
What’s Inside a Luxury Wedding Cake?
When it comes to creating a showstopping wedding cake, it’s not just about how it looks—it’s about how it tastes. Each of my luxury wedding cakes is made with three generous layers of soft, hand-baked sponge and two layers of mouth-watering fillings, ensuring every slice is as indulgent as it is beautiful.
Depending on your style, you can choose from a variety of elegant finishes. Semi-naked wedding cakes are lightly coated in silky buttercream, perfect for rustic or romantic themes. For a more polished look, my buttercream and fondant wedding cakes are covered in a smooth layer of decadent white chocolate ganache. If you love a timeless finish, the fondant cakes are then dressed with a fine, premium Swiss fondant for that classic, high-end look.
How to Choose the Right Wedding Cake Flavours
One of the first questions couples ask is: Where do we start with flavours? The answer? With a delicious mix of crowd-pleasers and personal favourites. I always recommend choosing at least one universally loved flavour, then adding one or two options that reflect your individual taste.
Here are some of the most popular wedding cake flavours my couples love:
Classic Vanilla Bean – Light, elegant, and universally adored
Lemon & Elderflower – Refreshing with a floral twist, ideal for summer weddings
White Chocolate & Raspberry – A sweet-tart balance that’s always a hit
Passion Fruit & Blueberry – Exotic and vibrant, perfect for adding a zingy surprise
Dark Chocolate Truffle – Rich, indulgent, and undeniably luxurious
Of course, the choice is entirely yours—your cake should be as unique and memorable as your celebration. Whether you're planning a wedding in Devon, Cornwall, or beyond, I'm here to help you design a cake that tastes every bit as good as it looks.
Struggling to choose?
Struggling to narrow down your perfect luxury wedding cake flavours? Let me help you make the decision easier! One of the best ways to choose is by considering the season of your wedding. Seasons evoke certain flavours and emotions, creating the perfect atmosphere for your cake.
For a Winter or Autumn wedding, think rich and warming flavours. Imagine a decadent cinnamon, walnut, and raisin-infused carrot cake, paired with delicate orange blossom buttercream—or perhaps a luxuriously smooth chocolate mud cake layered with creamy espresso buttercream. These comforting, indulgent flavours will set the perfect tone for a cosy, intimate celebration.
On the other hand, Spring and Summer call for lighter, fresher, and more vibrant flavours. Picture a refreshing lemon & elderflower cake, or a tropical passion fruit & blueberry combination—these bright, fruity flavours will elevate your celebration with a burst of summer sunshine, no matter the weather.
It’s also worth considering the other dishes you’ll be serving on your wedding day. If you're planning to include a rich chocolate dessert during the reception, for instance, you might want to opt for a different flavour for your wedding cake to keep things exciting and offer variety.
Can the flavour you pick help to tell your story as a couple?
Did your love story begin on the iconic London Eye? Celebrate your unforgettable first date with our classic Vanilla Victoria Sponge—light and fluffy vanilla Genoese sponge, layered with velvety whipped vanilla buttercream and handmade strawberry conserve. It's the perfect way to relive the romance of that special moment!
Did your proposal happen in the heart of New York? Indulge in a rich Dark Chocolate Truffle or Chocolate Espresso cake—both decadent and full of bold flavours that capture the essence of the city that never sleeps.
Planning your dream honeymoon in Italy? Our White Chocolate & Raspberry cake will transport you straight to the romantic Italian countryside. With vanilla Genoese sponge, raspberry conserve, and luxurious white chocolate buttercream, it's a delicious taste of la dolce vita. Want to make it even more authentic? Swap the white chocolate buttercream for cream cheese frosting for that extra Italian twist!
And if you're not quite sure which flavour to choose, why not sample up to six luxurious flavours from our menu? Simply order one of our exclusive Luxury Cake Flavour Sample Boxes and experience the magic from the comfort of your own home. Head over to our READY TO ORDER page to order yours today and start creating the perfect wedding cake for your unforgettable day!
The Flavour Menu
CLASSIC VANILLA
Vanilla Genoese sponge, layered with whipped vanilla buttercream and handmade strawberry conserve.
CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO
Decadent, rich chocolate mud cake layered with smooth and creamy espresso infused buttercream - the perfect pairing for coffee lovers!
TOFFEE & SALTED CARAMEL
Butterscotch toffee sponge layered with a blanket of thick salted caramel sauce and smooth salted caramel buttercream.
DARK CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE
Decadent, rich chocolate mud cake layered with a smooth and silky dark chocolate truffle buttercream.
PASSION FRUIT & BLUEBERRY
Vanilla Genoese sponge, layered with handmade blueberry conserve and whipped passionfruit buttercream.
WHITE CHOCOLATE & RASPBERRY
Vanilla Genoese sponge, layered with Belgium white chocolate buttercream and handmade raspberry conserve..
LEMON & ELDERFLOWER
A light lemon-infused sponge, layered with Waterhouse Fayre Zesty Lemon Curd and delicately floral elderflower buttercream.
RASPBERRY & ROSE
Vanilla Genoese sponge, layered with rosewater buttercream and handmade raspberry conserve..
CARROT CAKE & CREAM CHEESE
A warming carrot cake infused with cinnamon, raisins and walnuts, layered with whipped cream cheese frosting.
CARROT CAKE & ORANGE BLOSSOM
A warming carrot cake infused with cinnamon, raisins and walnuts, layered with sweet, tangy orange blossom buttercream.
Excited to start choosing the flavours for your dream wedding cake? Visit our Ready to Order page now to order your Wedding Cake Flavour Sample Box, delivered straight to your door! It’s the perfect way to taste and explore the delicious options for your big day.
If you're ready to design the wedding cake of your dreams, let’s make it happen! Contact me today, and together, we'll turn your vision into a stunning reality.
Looking for inspiration? Take a look at our blog post Top 5 Luxury Wedding Cake Flavours.
I’ll guide you every step of the way to ensure your cake not only tastes incredible but also becomes the unforgettable centrepiece of your celebration. Let’s create something truly special!
Lulu x