What cake size for how many people?
Guests present, other desserts, children’s ages: how to choose the cake size without running short or having too much.
It is the question at every party: which size should I take? The answer comes down to three numbers you already know.
1. Guests present when the cake comes out
Do not count every guest, count those still there when the cake arrives. For a party that lasts all afternoon, that number is often smaller than you think.
2. Other desserts
If there are also pastries, fruit or a sweet buffet, cake slices will be smaller. If the cake is the only dessert, plan generously.
3. Guests’ ages
At a children’s party, slices are smaller than at an adults’ dinner.
Read the serving size in the builder
In the Kika cake builder, every size shows how many people it serves. Start from the number of guests present, then adjust with the two other criteria. The price updates as soon as you change size, so you see the difference straight away.
Several small cakes or one big one?
For a large party, two medium cakes are sometimes more practical than one very large cake: two different flavours, two tables served at once. You can put several cakes in the same cart and have them delivered together.
Planning a wedding? Read our wedding cake tips too.