"I'm really not a cake person....."

I've run into more than a few people who just do not like cake. (And sometimes sweets in general) Which can make choosing a wedding cake (or wedding dessert) difficult. The tradition of wedding cakes have been present at wedding ceremonies for centuries. They were not always the focus of the event and often came in different forms, like pies or bread. The modern wedding cake as we know it now originated at the wedding of Prince Leopold, Duke of Albany, in 1882. Today, there are many creative substitutions for traditional wedding cake. Here we will weigh in the options

The Tiered Cupcakes
For someone who likes cake but wants to be a bit non-traditional the wedding cupcakes are a good option. They are easy to serve and very customizable. There's something so whimsically childlike about unwrapping a cupcake. And that's what people both love and hate about wedding cupcakes – are they fun and familiar or too casual and unsophisticated? If you're having a formal wedding, you may want to stick with a grand and formal wedding cake. If your wedding guests are traditional people, they might think cupcakes are too casual, or worse, cheap. But if you're having a relaxed reception where fun is the primary goal, tell everyone to be a kid again and grab a cupcake.

Now for the hard core, absolutely hate (or are allergic to) cake, people there are plenty of other option that are just as tasty.

Dessert Shots

Petite Parfaits (dessert shots) are a sleek and stylish desert option. Parfaits by definition include multiple layers, for pleasing contrasts in flavor and texture.The flavor possibilities can range from fudge and caramel to no-bake cheesecake and key lime pie. Only a few bites big, they're just enough to satisfy everyone's sweet tooth.

 


Fruit Desserts

These are a deceptively simple dessert choice guaranteed to wow your wedding guests. From a sweet berry cream delight to the tasty fruit tart, these desserts could be the answer to your dessert dilemma. The beauty of these desserts lies in their simplicity.You could also provide your guests a dipping station or fondue fountain for fruits like strawberries, pineapples, rasberries, banannas, and apples. Guests can choose to dip their favorite fruit in dark or white chocolate sauce, whipped cream, and sugar.

              

Ice Cream Sundae Bar

Ice cream sundaes are a lot of fun and a great alternative to cake. Most ice cream sundaes are really about the toppings, so you don’t necessarily need to have a huge variety of ice cream flavors on hand. You would do just fine to have only chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. The flavors could either be presented in large bowls with scoops, or you might find it neater to have pre-scooped dishes set out from which guests can choose. Just be sure that you keep the ice cream nice and cold so that it does not get soupy before everyone gets a chance to get their dessert. Decorate your ice cream sundae bar to coordinate with the rest of your wedding reception decor. If you are having a country style wedding, set up the station on an old wooden table decorated with handmade fabric bunting flags. For a more formal wedding, use elegant crystal bowls to hold toppings. If your style is retro chic, create an ice cream sundae bar with the vibe of a 1950′s soda fountain, complete with a server dressed like a soda jerk.

 

Dessert table

One of the best ways to satisfy everyone (if you have a lot of picky eaters) it to have a dessert table. If you are trying to save money while planning your wedding reception, consider having one of these. A dessert bar could potentially replace having a full size wedding cake. (you can have a smaller one to cut or none at all)  Wedding sweets to stock your dessert bar cost much less than having full size wedding cake plus the cake cutting fee. This buffet would include sweets such as cupcakes, chocolates, fruits, cake pops, and candy. They could be arranged in a pleasingly aesthetic way to incorporate the wedding decor and colors.