50 desserts as alternatives to the wedding cake: why adding a sweet table becomes an exquisite must.

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Evelyn Carpenter

Although there are traditions that never go out of fashion, there are some that have been updated, such as splitting the wedding cake. And although it is still very popular among couples, today there are more and more options that allow you to accompany it with some other pastry proposal. It is not about downplaying the importance of this moment, but rather reinventing it, giving a unique and original touch to the wedding cake.bridal liaison.

Besides, after the banquet that also includes dessert, many people are not even able to try half a bite of the cake, so how about innovating in marriage with equal or more practical options?

Candy bar

One of them is to set up a candy bar, which is one of the trends that most seduces the bride and groom. It is a matter of installing a sweet corner including everything: cupcakes, pancakes, muffins, cookies, brownies and even a cake, which, however, will not be the only protagonist. The idea is to offer a lot of diversity on this sweet table and decorate it with wedding decorations that follow the line of the celebration.

Of course, it is also possible to replace the cake with a unique dessert The chocolate volcano is another of the most popular desserts nowadays, from a homemade tartlet with seasonal fruits, if the wedding is country-inspired, to a cappuccino soufflé, if the celebration has a more formal touch.

Now, if you want something even more novel, can bet on an irresistible cupcake tower. How? They just have to assemble them on a structure with several levels, putting more quantity at the base and gradually decreasing until its shape resembles that of a wedding cake. This proposal, besides being very practical to eat because of the size of the sandwiches, even allows to insert the bachelorette's charms so as not to lose the tradition. And the same ideaImagine a tower of colorful doughnuts, whether they are American, filled, glazed or chocolate covered, it will be a delight to the eye and to the palate!

Sweet and sweeter

How about installing a cascade of melted chocolate to spread on fruit skewers or marshmallows. This freer modality will allow the guests to taste throughout the celebration, and even during the dance. Without a doubt, it will be the most memorable sweet snack of the last time.

But there are more alternatives if you want to go for sugary flavors: macaroons, ice cream, churros con manjar, brazo de reina, waffles, cheesecakes, black forest cake and homemade flan, among many others.

Individual desserts

Shall we go on? Because just as cocktails offer hot and savoury aperitifs presented in glass cups, it is also possible to take this modality to pastries. So, what could be more appropriate than have a bar full of little glasses with mini desserts They'll want to try them all! Among the most popular are the lemon pie, chocolate mousse, brownie with ice cream and tiramisu, among other dessert shots, as they are called. Since they are of different types, they will also achieve a perfect balance between citrus, sweet and sour.

And last but not least, an idea that children especially love, but that also appeals to the older ones: a cake made of marshmallows. You can buy it or assemble it yourself with white or chocolate dipped marshmallows, decorated with beads and joined together by a big colorful ribbon.

As you can see, there are many alternatives, but without eradicating the sweet flavors of your wedding banquet. It's just a matter of daring to innovate and choose the proposal that best suits your style of celebration. There are many options!

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Evelyn Carpenter is the author of the best-selling book, All you need for your marriage. A Marriage guide. She has been married for over 25 years and has helped countless couples build successful marriages. Evelyn is a sought after speaker and relationship expert, and has been featured in various media outlets including Fox News, Huffington Post, and more.