11 Desserts That Will Make Your Wedding So Much Sweeter
Yes, you can have your cake and eat these, too!
While a classic white, three-tiered wedding cake might just be the piece de resistance of most receptions, there’s just something so fun about having a treat that guests aren't expecting. A few years ago, cupcakes were high in demand, but as always, trends and tastes change.
So, what’s on the menu for weddings this year? We’ve rounded up some of the hottest dessert trends that will make your big day that much sweeter.
Cinnamon Rolls
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For those having a morning ceremony, cinnamon rolls can be a timely alternative to the traditional wedding cake. Stack three large pastries with icing to create tiers, or serve several in a large dish for guests to enjoy family-style.
Crepes + Waffles
Waffles and crepes are another favorite for of-the-moment brunch receptions. Fill mason jars with an assortment of fruit and syrup to give your guests plenty of topping options.
Donuts
Y'all, this is a trend that we can definitely get behind. Sweet, savory and entirely satisfying, donuts are a fun, unexpected addition to any formal occassion.
Cake Pops
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Cake pops arrived on the wedding scene a few years ago, and they're not going away anytime soon. Thanks to their bite-sized stature, you and your guests can enjoy as many of these tiny treats as you desire.
Cupcakes
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Cupcakes are clearly proof that good things come in small packages. Mix and match fillings for maximum enjoyment. It is your day, after all. Why choose one flavor when you could have them all?
Macarons
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Dainty and petite, macarons are the perfect way to bring a little Parisian elegance to your wedding.
Pies
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If cake isn't quite your taste, pie is surely the next best thing. You and your spouse can dig into the whole dish or savor smaller bites with these pie-in-a-jar alternatives.
S'mores
Whether you're planning a rustic summer ceremony or a winter-white affair, this classic match of chocolate, marshmallows and graham crackers will keep everyone warm and happy.
Candy Apples
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Having an autumn wedding? Consider spicing up the dessert table with cinnamon sticks and candy apples.
Cookies + Milk
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Much like you and your signifcant other, there's no sweeter combination than cookies and milk.
Sliders + Shakes
Truly, we've saved the best for last. After a night of drinking and dancing with your closest friends, send your guests home with a memorable midnight snack: sliders and milkshakes.
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