Cake Guide

Not sure what size cake to choose? Our cake size guide helps you select the perfect cake based on how many guests you’re serving. We’ve also included helpful tips on how to cut your cake for the best portions, as well as simple care and transport advice to keep your cake looking and tasting its best. Whether it’s an intimate celebration or a larger event, we’ve made it easy to plan with confidence.

How Many People Does Each Cake Serve?

Our cakes are designed with standard party portions in mind. The number of servings depends on how the cake is cut.

Cake cutting and serving size guide showing 6, 7, 8 and 9 inch round cakes with portion charts and approximate servings, including tall layered cake structure

Serving Guide by Cake Size

  • 6-inch cake – Serves Approx. 12 people
  • 7-inch cake – Serves Approx. 16 people
  • 8-inch cake – Serves Approx. 24 people
  • 9-inch cake – Serves Approx. 32 people

How to cut a tall round cake into even slices using the grid method, cake cutting guide for clean portions and accurate serving sizes

Helpful Tips

  • For weddings or events, we recommend smaller slices for more servings
  • For parties, slices are usually larger and more generous
  • When in doubt, size up — extra cake is never a bad idea 😉

Cake care and transport instructions for safe cake delivery, storage tips, keeping cake level in transit, avoiding heat and sunlight, and maintaining freshness

Still unsure? Get in touch and we’ll help you choose the perfect size for your occasion.