Best Wedding Cake Bakers in Brussels

Opt for a smaller, elegantly decorated 1-2 tier display cake for photos, supplementing with un-decorated 'kitchen cakes' or sheet cakes for guests. This can reduce your cake cost by 20-40% compared to an elaborate multi-tiered cake for everyone, as labor for decoration is significantly cut.

Choose a minimalist design with buttercream frosting instead of elaborate fondant work or intricate sugar flowers. Fondant cakes often require more labor and can be 15-25% more expensive due to the skill and time involved, plus buttercream is often preferred for taste by guests in Belgium.

Explore patisseries and home-based bakers in municipalities bordering Brussels, like Etterbeek, Ixelles, or even further out in Flemish Brabant. Their overheads can be lower, potentially offering comparable quality cakes for 10-20% less than central Brussels establishments, even accounting for a modest delivery fee.

Incorporate seasonal fruits common in Belgium, such as strawberries (May-July), cherries (June-August), or apples/pears (autumn), for your cake fillings. This reduces the cost of importing out-of-season produce and provides fresher, often more flavorful ingredients, potentially saving $55-$110 on a standard cake.

If your cake is small to medium (e.g., 2 tiers or less) and your venue is close to the bakery, consider arranging for a friend or family member to pick it up. Many Brussels bakeries charge $33-$77 for delivery and setup, which you can avoid for a manageable cake.