Fake cake: advantages of exchanging the real cake for a scenographic option

Mandatory presence at every birthday party, the cake can be one of the biggest expenses of the celebration, depending on the type of decoration chosen. A cake with simple decoration without fondant character, for example, can cost from R$160 per kilo.

Specialist in fake cakes, artisan Danielle Bonfim explains the advantages of investing in a fake cake. “The fake cake, in addition to making the decoration more beautiful and rich in details, ends up being cheaper than the real cake”, she points out.

Cost benefit is not the only advantage offered by fake cakes. Non-edible materials are more resistant to high temperatures and can be displayed on the table for longer without losing flavor or attracting insects, in the case of outdoor parties.

For her, practicality is precisely the determining factor in the success of this type of cake. The only disadvantage, according to the artisan, is that the cake creates expectations in the guests, but it cannot be cut.

There are numerous techniques used to create fake cakes. The most popular ones, however, are EVA and biscuit. The EVA versions are more economical, with average prices ranging between R$60 and R$150 per piece. With a styrofoam base, the EVA cake is also usually lighter, which facilitates transportation.

Biscuit cakes are more resistant, with greater durability and a more realistic finish. The making process is more laborious: the biscuit takes around 25 days to dry completely. Each cake costs between R$200 and R$600.