Wedding Dessert Table Trends | Tampa Bay Wedding Cake

Weddings are about entertaining, which includes drinks, dinner and dessert! Maybe you have passion for baking or sweet tooth and can’t decide between one flavor of cake. Having a dessert table at wedding adds another showpiece to your reception and allows your guests to indulge in sweet confections of art!

Discover wedding dessert table inspiration from Tampa Bay wedding professionals to wow your guests and their sweet tooth!

Donut Dessert Tables

“This bride and groom did not like cake, so we came up with another option! Her family runs the Strawberry Festival in Plant City, and the Amish donut food truck was one of their favorites, so we brought warm donuts to her wedding! It was absolutely perfect and such a hit with the guests.” – Jennifer Matteo, Jennifer Matteo Event Planning

Photo: Cinema Pure Tampa | Donuts: Amish Baking Company | Planner: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning

Photo: Cinema Pure Tampa | Donuts: Amish Baking Company | Planner: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning

Photo: Cinema Pure Tampa | Donuts: Amish Baking Company | Planner: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning

Cake Pops and More!

“More often, couples are saying ‘no’ to a traditional wedding cake and turning towards more unique options. When it comes to dishing out dessert, there is a wide variety of ways to sweeten up your wedding day and some of the best options come in bite-sized versions. Instead of a slice of cake, each guest can enjoy their very own custom cake pop! Other great additions are chocolate covered Oreos, chocolate covered pretzels, and so much more. Some of our treat options start at $1.50 per piece and can be customized to match your color scheme and decor. Whether you’re considering a dessert table for a more budget-friendly option or because you simply want to break away from traditional norms, your guests are sure to not only love it, but remember it!” -Brandi Matiyak, Sweetly Dipped Confections

Photo: Abby Waller Photography | Cake Pops: Sweetly Dipped Confections | Cake, Macarons & Cupcakes: Wandering Whisk | Table: The Reserve Rentals

Photo: Confetti Events | Cake Pops & Pretzel Rods: Sweetly Dipped Confections

Photo: Alexis June Weddings | Cake Pops: Sweetly Dipped Confections

Colorful Cupcakes and Desserts

“A combination of a small wedding cake and desserts is the most popular choice, as people like to have something to cut while also having a variety for guests to enjoy. This option is traditional meets modern! You can have a really pretty cake as a centerpiece for the table and then complement the cake with desserts. We always recommend a specialty linen, as it will set the mood and capture the eye of your guests. This is not just cake or dessert; it is a centerpiece. Think of it as a decoration that will be devoured by the end of the night.” -Chef Marie and Chef Carlos, Hands on Sweets

Dessert Bar: Hands on Sweets

Photo: Sunglow Photography | Dessert Bar: Hands on Sweets

Mini Wedding Cakes

“Cake tasting tables are a really fun option, as mini wedding cakes create a really elegant and sophisticated look. This also eliminates the cake cutting as well and gives an option of flavors for your guests. Our favorite option for these are mini naked cakes or the mini gateaux; better known as the really shinny cakes. We normally recommend a floral centerpiece or candles to set the mood. With this option, depending on the cake, the servings are cut back as bigger portions will be served.” -Chef Marie and Chef Carlos, Hands on Sweets

Photo: Catherine Ann Photography | Desserts: Hands on Sweets

Liquid Nitrogen Desserts

“One of our favorite dessert stations is our liquid nitrogen ice cream or sorbet bar. We love it because there are so many different ways to get creative with flavors and toppings! The pictures below show the various styles in which guests can enjoy this dessert. Serving liquid nitrogen sorbet or ice cream adds an element of fun and presentation to the dish. It’s also an awesome way to impress your guests and beat the Florida heat!” -Amy Kensinger, Good Food Catering Tampa

Top Photo: Donna Weaver Photography | Liquid Nitrogen Desserts: Good Food Catering Company