“How much does a wedding cake cost?”

​The Short & Sweet Cakes start at $160 for a two-tiered, 25 serving cake, and $240 for a three-tiered cake to serve 50.

 

You could also opt for a single, extra-tall 6" tier (a beautifully proportioned tall and narrow cake) for a perfect cutting cake, and fill in with side cakes or cupcakes or other desserts. The 6" single tiers start at $65 and will feed about 10-12, with a simple finish. (We offer some other designs with an additional design fee.)

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There are lots of different options, so we suggest discussing your budget with one of our cake designers to figure out the best scenario for your event. You can also read more about the Short & Sweet Cakes, and single tiers on our wedding cakes page. 

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"Do you deliver?"

We offer limited delivery:
Short & Sweet cakes: Within 10 miles, Monday - Friday between 11 am and 3 pm. Drop-off only (we do not stay to unbox and set up.)  $40 delivery fee. Please call for more info. 

Single Tier cakes: Within 3 miles, Monday - Friday between 11 am and 3 pm. Drop-off only.
$25 delivery fee. Please call for more info.

 

Our cakes are easy to pick up and transport as well, they are boxed securely and include instructions. You should keep them refrigerated until an hour or two before serving.

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We do not deliver to UO or LCC campus, and we do not deliver to off-campus housing complexes. 

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“When should I book the date?”

We require a 50% non-refundable deposit for any of our wedding cakes. If your wedding is in peak season (June through September), we recommend putting the 50% non-refundable deposit down 1-2 months ahead of time for the Short & Sweet Cakes; and at least 1 week ahead of time for the Single Tier Cakes. We can get booked for some dates, so it's always recommended to book earlier rather than waiting.

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“When do I have to pay off the balance?"

The balance is due 1 week prior to the event date for the Short & Sweet Cakes.

 

Single tiers may be paid upon pickup if they are under $75, otherwise the balance is due 1 week before pickup.

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We are unable to make reminder phone calls, so please make sure to add your final payment to your calendar.

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“When should we set up our cake?”

We usually recommend setting up our cakes about an hour or so before you cut into them, assuming they will be set up inside. This gives the cake a little time to come to room temperature, so it will be a little softer and more flavorful. If they sit out quite a bit longer, they can soften too much, not only risking the structural integrity, but it also makes them a bit trickier to cut and plate properly. We do not recommend setting up any cakes outside in warmer temperatures. We are happy to discuss the optimal delivery and set up time with you, please give us a call!

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“Do you stay and cut the cake?"

No - although we do offer limited delivery, we do not offer to unbox, set-up, or serve. We do not provide any plates or utensils, that will also fall to your caterer or reception site. We are happy to provide you with a cake cutting guide to help things go smoothly!

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“Do we have to have fondant?”

Nope. We have an exceptionally smooth and satiny buttercream, and many of the designs you see with fondant finishes can be achieved with buttercream, which is usually less expensive and tastier. Please feel free to ask your wedding cake consultant about any designs you have in mind.

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“I’ve heard about ordering fake cakes to keep the cost down,

is this a thing?”

We actually don’t create fake cakes for any clients, and here’s why: The amount of labor it takes to create a fake cake is actually just the same (if not more), and that is the bulk of the cost of a wedding cake. Re-using a fake cake causes dings and dents and other damage, and they simply don't look as nice as a real cake. We would have to charge the same amount for fake cakes as we would real cakes, so it’s best just to have your cake and be able to eat it too!

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“Do you offer cake testing?”
We do offer Sample Boxes that you can order for $40. They come with four flavors that you choose from our Tiered Cake Flavors list. Please call to order at least 3 days in advance. Sample boxes are always pre-paid, and we can take a credit card over the phone when you place the order. (We do not credit this towards the purchase of a Short & Sweet or other order.)

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You are also welcome to come in and purchase slices of any of the cakes we have in our "slice case", that can be a fun way to try some of our favorite combinations without having to worry about placing a special order. We also have lots of other goodies on hand (like brownies, cookies, cupcakes, and dozens of other choices) if you're thinking about doing desserts other than cake.

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"Can we schedule a consultation?"

We do not offer consultations in person, but we are happy to answer any questions via email or phone!

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“I have a photo of the cake I like, can you do this design?”
We recommend checking out the designs we offer on our website first, to get an idea of what we do. But if you would like to send us an image, we can let you know if it's something we can do for you! We’ll get back to you as soon as possible, usually within 1-3 business days. You can email us at: q@sweetlifedesserts.com.

 

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We welcome any other questions you have!
Please feel free to contact us at: q@sweetlifedesserts.com

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Thank you!