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Servings and cake sizes

Birthday Cake Servings and Sizes

Estimate portions from the people likely to eat cake, the slice size and any other desserts being served.

Birthday Cake Servings and Sizes

01

Start with the people eating cake

Use the likely number of cake eaters rather than the full invitation list. Children may take smaller portions, while a seated dessert course often calls for larger slices.

  • Count adults and children separately.
  • Note whether a full meal or dessert table comes first.
  • Allow a small buffer when cake is the main dessert.

02

Party slices and dessert portions

A smaller party slice works well when cake is one part of a larger spread. A larger dessert portion suits a meal where the cake is the final course. Cake height, richness and shape affect how neatly each portion can be cut.

03

Compare the cakes you are considering

Browse the relevant cake page for its size choices, product details and ordering information.

Before you order

Keep these details ready when comparing cakes or contacting us.

  • Likely cake eaters
  • Adults and children
  • Other desserts
  • Party or dessert portions
  • Preferred cake style
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