15th birthday cake: types, tips and photos to make the right choice

As small and intimate as the party is, it never seems to be complete without a good cake at the end. And if it’s like that with all birthdays, what will you say in a party as remarkable and symbolic as the celebration of 15 years, right?

For those who decided to celebrate the date in style, with a traditional debutante party, it is important to note that the 15th birthday cake is as carefully chosen as a wedding cake. After all, he will also appear in several photos, will be part of the decoration and will be seen by the guests. The difference is that, by having the face of the birthday girl, the 15th birthday cake gives scope for even more creativity and personality.

“The wedding cake is something more traditional, white and with some color, usually light, that brides like”, says Fátima Moreno, ceremonialist at Fátima Moreno Ceremonial e Eventos, in Rio Claro. “In 15 years, the cakes are always bolder and more casual”, she adds, which is not to say that they do not require good planning so that they match the party, please the guests and do not finish early.

Check out some tips below to make that choice right!

6 most traditional types of cake for 15th birthday party

As it is a party with a more elaborate decoration and with a greater number of guests, the 15th birthday party allows us to get away from traditional cake formats, such as the round and simple rectangular, and explore elegant and grandiose options such as scenographic or several floors. See below for more traditional options:

1. Round cake

One of the brides’ favorite formats is also very popular among debutantes for its versatility and also for conveying a romantic and delicate idea. It is in this cake format, for example, that the naked, dripped, lace finishes, among others, are made, and this format can be used for cakes of two or more floors.

The only downside is that the round cake is a little harder to cut. Usually, that famous circle is made in the central part that ends up yielding pieces of unequal sizes, which can affect the cake’s yield.

2. Square cake

With an elegant and modern appearance, the square cake is undoubtedly one of the most practical cake formats. Easy to cut, it yields uniform pieces from start to finish, meaning no waste! In addition, the format also has a certain versatility, being able to serve as a base for cakes of two or more floors.

3. Naked cake

Round shaped, the naked cake, or naked cake, as it is usually called, emerged a few years ago and has been gaining more and more space at 15th birthday parties thanks to its rustic and charming look. Another cool thing about the naked cake is that just by looking at it, you know it’s not scenographic. On the other hand, precisely because it has no icing, it is a more limited cake in terms of decoration, being generally restricted to icing sugar and some fruits, such as red ones.

4. Two-tiered cake

It is not a mere whim. Having a cake with more than one floor is usually important because it often has to compete for space with flower arrangements, candy pyramids, among other decorative items, at the risk of disappearing if it is too low. The two-story cake, on the other hand, manages to have height, but maintaining a romantic and minimalist charm, depending on the icing. It is worth remembering that, in terms of height, the base can be higher, with several layers of dough and filling.

5. Multi-tiered cake

It is the ideal option for extravagant decoration parties or even for those who want to draw attention to the cake, be it round or square. The cool thing about this type of cake is that it allows for different and well-elaborated toppings, with the possibility of mixing different colors, designs and textures. And don’t worry if the number of guests doesn’t justify five floors, as you can always put some that are scenographic.

6. Scenographic cake

With the exception of the naked cake, the scenographic can have any of the formats mentioned above. Although many people turn up their noses at this type of cake, it has several advantages, such as better value for money, the fact that it lasts all night and allows bold decorations, including with fondant, without affecting the taste. After all, the “real” cake will be kept and can be made the way the birthday girl wants in terms of flavor and softness.

Remembering that these are just the most traditional types of cake. In addition to them, there are also several other types, such as the number cake, which is made in the format of numbers, the sculpture cake, which reproduces some object, place, etc., among other options.

What to consider when choosing the cake

Knowing the types of cake, just choose and ask for the decoration according to the birthday girl’s taste, right?

in part. “Suitable models are those that please the customer”, says Fátima. However, she guarantees that some other factors must be taken into account when choosing. Here are the main ones, according to the ceremony:

The style of your party: As seen before, each type or shape of cake sends a different message, and it should have to do with the rest of the decoration and atmosphere of the party. The most romantic and delicate, for example, go well with round cakes, with two or more floors, with lacy toppings, with ruffles and/or flowers. Ballad-style parties go well with square or round cakes with designs, geometric shapes, etc.

The decoration of the cake table: in addition to the style of the party as a whole, Fátima emphasizes that it is important to take into account, mainly, the table where the cake will be. After all, it is a place that guests always look at with curiosity as soon as they enter the party, especially when the cake shares space with the sweets. Therefore, it is worth thinking about the composition. Will the color show up on the candy, the cake, or everything? Will the sweets be placed directly on the table or on raised supports? This will give you an idea for choosing the shape, color and decoration of the cake.

The size and height of the flower arrangements: there’s no way around it, flowers account for a large part of the 15th birthday party decor. Imagine having a big, tall arrangement in the center of each table and a short cake? Or, on the contrary, discreet and minimalist flower arrangements and a baroque-style five-story cake, with lots of glitter and arabesques? So, when choosing the cake, also think about how you want the flowers, to maintain a style and proportion.

The number of guests: just because a party has fewer guests doesn’t mean it can’t have a five-story cake, after all, you can always make one or more scenographic floors. However, the number of guests can weigh, yes, in the choice of cake as different formats and heights have different yields. In addition to the round cake, whose center many people do not like to serve, taller cakes, for example, generate heavier pieces, which can make a larger cake necessary.

Although it’s a lot to think about, don’t despair. After all, almost everything can be adapted to get a result that suits you and your party, just talk to the pastry chef and the ceremonial.

How to choose the cake filling

“The taste of cake is very personal, but we must remember that the party has a lot of people and it is important to think of a flavor that will please the greatest number of people”, says Fátima. The good news for debutantes is that, unlike wedding cakes, in which more sophisticated fillings are traditional, such as nuts or fruit, 15-year-old cakes can have fillings with a childhood taste. Fátima Moreno lists the most used ones below:

• Chocolate: true passion for most people, chocolate can appear in the filling of the cake in different ways, such as fillings for brigadeiro, ganache or accompanied by some other ingredient such as walnuts or strawberry. The secret to making it please most people is to balance the amount of sugar, choosing to combine it with less sugary dough and topping.
• Truffle: the difference between the chocolate filling and the truffle is that the latter has an alcoholic beverage in the composition, which gives it an extra layer of flavor. In addition, the truffle can be combined with white chocolate, strawberries, coconut, among other ingredients.
• Strawberry: Another very popular option, the strawberry filling is one of the most versatile. If combined with whipped cream and white dough, it is elegant and very smooth. Already combined with dough and chocolate filling, it gets sweeter and tastes like childhood.
• Leite Ninho: fever on the internet, where the most varied recipes for sweets appear, milk Ninho can be used as a filling for 15-year-old cake and is also very versatile. In order not to weigh your hand on the sweet, combine it with dark chocolate or a neutral dough, as is the case with sponge cake.

Remembering that these are the most popular filling flavors in general. According to Fátima, nothing prevents you from choosing bolder flavors, knowing your guests well. And don’t be upset if, after spending a lot of time on that choice, someone chooses not to eat the cake because they don’t like the taste. It’s impossible to please everyone, so choose a flavor that makes you happy.

Don’t miss the amount

It’s no use choosing a beautiful and tasty cake if it ends before the time. But how to calculate the amount? According to Fátima Moreno, the answer lies in the party’s menu. The greater the amount of food and sweets, the less cake will be consumed, with 80g of cake per person being a reasonable amount. In the absence of sweets, it is worth increasing the portion so that everyone is satisfied.

More photos of 15th birthday party cakes to help you choose yours

Even with the tips, are you still in doubt about the shape and decoration of the cake? In that case, nothing like a good dose of inspiration! You can find some below:

1. Starting with this romantic but nothing basic cake

2. The flowers also give a special touch to this semi naked cake

3. Have you ever thought about making one or more layers of cake just with them?

4. If the flowers are edible, even better!

5. Theme parties call for equally creative cakes

6. This is the case with this one, inspired by Alice in Wonderland

7. Notice how Cinderella appears in a subtle way as the theme of this other cake

8. The Thousand and One Nights inspired this luxurious cake

9. While this one makes a more playful interpretation of the same theme

10. Is the debutante a party girl? How about getting inspired by Tomorrowland?

11. Neon cakes are also a good idea for clubbing parties

12. Vibrant colors are a good option for modern debutantes

13. As well as fun themes, such as flamingos

14. Also ideal for modern women, this square cake combines gradient and edible tulips

15. And since we changed the format, do you know the number cake?

16. Considered the new naked cake, the dripped cake is already a trend at 15th birthday parties

17. If you want to make it even more modern, an idea is to make a single floor very high

18. It’s also worth giving him a romantic touch with the help of flowers

19. Hand-painted ones look beautiful and…