I'm not entirely sure how many people are going to be at his party. I'd guess maybe: 15 but there are a few family members that are a little hit or miss... It could be as many as 20. So, how much cake will I need?
Another part of my question is more about preferrence... I personally prefer homemade cakes but a lot of people like store bought. (my husband). Being that it would save a lot of money to make the cake myself, I'm leaning more toward that. Let me know what you think about the great cake debate.
2006-11-09 07:43:27 · 17 answers · asked by ms pokeylope 4 in Food & Drink ➔ Entertaining
I usually have that many people at a birthday party. If you are making your own then go with two 9 x 13 sheet cakes. If you go with one than you might have to give people very small pieces. Also if you go with two cakes you could go with two flavors if you think some people might like one flavor over the other.
I personally prefer homemade cake because there are so many more flavor choices. I find store brand to be too dry sometimes. Besides home made is store bought it is just a do it yourself kit.
2006-11-09 07:51:43 · answer #1 · answered by walkerhound03 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For the first part of your question, usually a 1/4 sheet serves about 15 people, so I'm thinking that a half (1/2) sheet should be enough to feed up to 25 people.
As for the preference, I'm with your husband on the store bought. I like store bought cakes myself for special occasions such as kids birthdays. Besides, you can order one with your son's favorite character on it. Go ahead, surprise your son with a store bought cake.
If you live in an area where there is a Publix (or Kroger) supermarket, order it ahead of time and your cake will not be dry (as some fear). Also ask for the cool whip topping which is softer and not too sweet.
2006-11-09 15:52:03 · answer #2 · answered by vanityspice 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's up to you if you want to take the time to make one or buy one. Personally I don't like the taste of most store bought cakes - mainly the icing.
If you think you will have a large group you can make 2 cakes in the 9x13 size and layer them but that ends up feeding quite a big crowd. Remember you can always serve smaller pieces with ice cream to make it go a bit further or...
start a tradition of what I do: besides making the cake I also make cut out cookies using a cookie cutter in the shape of the number of the age. For example next week my nephew will be turning two so I will be making # 2 cookies to go along with the cake. Folks love this idea and it serves well for people who don't like eating cake.
Whatever you choose the most important thing is to be able to relax and enjoy your own party -so do what it takes for you to have fun as well! :-)
2006-11-09 16:04:01 · answer #3 · answered by sparkles 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would make a 9 X 13 cake. Another idea is to make cup cakes and make about 20, you can shape the cup cakes into a big number 3. You can always save them for later or send me a piece or 2. Happy birthday to your son and have fun.
2006-11-09 19:41:48 · answer #4 · answered by Peace 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would make a full sheet cake. You can always send along cake with family and friends or freeze it. It is SO expensive to buy a cake. And they never taste as good as they look! Buying a good sheet cake pan would be a small investment, but you will get your money's worth. Frosting and decorating is actually much easier than most people think. I taught myself and make my kids cakes and made my own wedding cake. My church has asked me to make cakes for special occasions. You can do this! You may email me at porch_princess@yahoo.com if you want some additional information or pointers. Wilsons has good products and information on their web site. Good Luck!!
2006-11-09 15:55:28 · answer #5 · answered by his temptress 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bake two boxes of cake in a large rectangle pan. A cool decorating idea is to cover it with confetti sprinkles and use sparklers for the candles. They made a huge impact.
To accompany the cake, bake a dozen cupcakes. Bake them in ice cream cones. They can be eaten with no mess that way.
You will either have a) enough cake for everyone or b) easy take home leftovers if it's too much.
2006-11-09 17:44:28 · answer #6 · answered by RAR24 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
At my son's last b-day, instead of having to buy/make a big cake, I bought cupcakes for everyone from Sam's Club (or you can go to Costco I think) and it only cost me about $25. for 24 cupcakes. They each had a plastic spider-man kiddie ring with confetti. Everyone gets one and you don't have to worry about slicing everyone a piece of cake. And the cupcakes were a decent size for anyone young or old. For my son, I made a small cake with a Spider-man topper (he was into that character a few months back). Hope this helps!
2006-11-09 19:11:47 · answer #7 · answered by bornagain 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I use to make cakes for a living, and find that most people LOVE ordering cakes for birthday partys, instead of making them. YOU have some much to worry about anyways!! I would recomend getting a half sheet, just so you can have some left over! Also to make it cheaper, have them do a colorful back ground and add your own toys!! you won't believe how much you will save! and defintaly get whipped cream frosting. just know that if you do get brightly or darkly colord frosting or airbrush on it, every one's mouth will be tinted!!
2006-11-09 17:51:56 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i think store bought cake would be good. maybe 1/2 sheet of cake. you will have cake left over. i think if you buy it then you would have more time to do othr party stuff
2006-11-09 15:51:05 · answer #9 · answered by lgarcia0633 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He's only three. I'd make one at home, his favorite flavor and icing. You can pipe icing decorations on or use those sugary decorations you lay on top. One 9x13 cake pan would make small pieces. Make two if you think you need it.
2006-11-09 15:52:45 · answer #10 · answered by suzieq_64093 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋