Importance of a Birthday Cake
Often overlooked as nothing more than just dessert; belittled as a symbol that provides nothing more than a place to stick the candles, the birthday cake has long been relegated to second tier status in the realm of party planning. However, most partygoers’ young and old will agree that a delicious birthday cake means the difference between a memorable party and frightfully bad celebration.
When looking for the right birthday cake it’s important to remember that while the guest of honors presence is crucial, this central party dessert needs to please everyone. There is definitely a happy medium where the right birthday cake can meet the demands of the birthday boy or girl while still leaving guests demanding seconds. Avoid going too exotic, especially in the case of adding fruit or other distinct ingredients to interior layers. While the birthday boy or girl love blueberries, having them stuffed inside their cake will guarantee a lot of leftovers.
Don’t forget about the cake; the spongy layers that hold up the frosting are just as important as the creamy filling. May be a cake creation was quickly discarded by unhappy guests due to dry layers. Flavor is also important as suing a very distinct variety, such as lemon or carrot cake, mat be off putting to a majority of the party attendees. When in doubt, stick with chocolate. More specifically keep to the classics: a sheet cake covered in chocolate frosting is sure to go quickly as kids and adults alike will be snatching up pieces in a hurry.
Explore other types of cakes beyond the traditional sheet or round two-layered variety. Cookie cakes can be a great option especially for larger parties. Now that most of the online gift stores also offer their own cookie cakes, these specialty birthday desserts are no longer an expensive alternative and can be a fun change of pace. Ice cream cakes, a long time favorite can offer the best of both worlds as some vendors even feature hard cookie crusts. Frozen yogurt pies/ cakes can offer a lower calorie option that is equally delicious and a change from the typical birthday dessert. Cupcakes are another great option, providing a different type of birthday cake while in turn offering guests a fun dessert. With online gift stores offering a variety of cupcake options, from tower displays to actual cakes constructed from rows of joined cupcakes, the mini cakes are now a real alternative to the standard dessert.
Whatever the type of birthday cake selected it's important to remember that for some guests and birthday boys or girls alike, there really is noting more important than the cake. 'Birthdays' are an important day for the birthday person. Sometimes it is more than just a birthday because it turns into a huge family gathering and everyone is having a great time. Thus, choose a best birthday cake and double the joy of your birthday celebration!