Wedding Vendors: You are welcome to link this page to your website as a tool to share with your brides to help them with the cake cutting process. I only ask that you let me know you have linked up. Thanks!
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HOW TO CUT A WEDDING CAKE
Here is a simple method that Debi has used for over 25 years to cut a wedding cake. Easier than the "dreaded" circle method that is found in most cake cutting charts, it is also less messy.
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After disassembling the wedding cake, start cutting the largest tier first. This way, if you have any leftover cake, it will be the smaller, easier-to-store tiers. Cut a 2" strip down one side of the cake.
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This part is optional, but it makes for a cleaner cut of cake. Gently tip the 2" strip of cake onto it's side. Dont' worry .... the cake is very sturdy and won't shatter! You can leave the 2" strip standing and cut it as shown in the next steps.
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Once the 2" strip is on it's side, start cutting pieces 1" wide. (A standard wedding cake serving is 1" x 2" x 4"). Using a cake cutting comb (as shown in the picture) or a gloved hand will help keep the cake "hands free" and less messy for the person cutting the cake.
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Transfer the cut piece of cake to a plate. Notice how using the cake cutting comb prevents your hands from getting all sticky with icing!
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Continue cutting 1" pieces from the 2" strip. When the 2" strip is gone, cut another 2" strip from the remaining cake and repeat the process.
When you get to the last 2" strip, it is strongly recommended that it be placed on it's side for cutting. Since it's the last strip, it doesn't have anything to lean against and it could fall over during the cutting of the last few pieces.
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A diagram showing the cutting method on a round cake.
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