Cake Guide

First birthday cake ideas: themes, sizes and smash cakes

First Birthday Cake Ideas: Themes & Smash Cakes

Popular first birthday themes, how a smash cake works, and how to choose the right size for your party.

First Birthday Cake Ideas: Themes & Smash Cakes

Popular first birthday themes, how a smash cake works, and how to choose the right size for your party.

How to transport, store and serve your custom cake

How to Transport, Store and Serve Your Cake

Simple steps to get your cake home safely, keep it fresh and cut clean, beautiful slices.

How to Transport, Store and Serve Your Cake

Simple steps to get your cake home safely, keep it fresh and cut clean, beautiful slices.

Eggless and vegan custom cakes by The Layer Cakes

Eggless and Vegan Cakes: What We Offer

Which of our flavors can be made eggless or vegan, how to order them, and what to know about allergens.

Eggless and Vegan Cakes: What We Offer

Which of our flavors can be made eggless or vegan, how to order them, and what to know about allergens.

How far in advance to order a custom cake

How Far in Advance Should You Order a Custom Cake?

A simple timeline for birthday cakes, signature European cakes and wedding cakes, plus what to do when you are short on time.

How Far in Advance Should You Order a Custom Cake?

A simple timeline for birthday cakes, signature European cakes and wedding cakes, plus what to do when you are short on time.

How to choose the right cake size: cake serving guide

How to Choose the Right Cake Size

Planning a celebration is exciting, but choosing the right cake size can feel overwhelming. One of the most common questions we hear is, "How many people will this cake serve?" Whether...

How to Choose the Right Cake Size

Planning a celebration is exciting, but choosing the right cake size can feel overwhelming. One of the most common questions we hear is, "How many people will this cake serve?" Whether...