There are so many things that go into planning a successful and memorable wedding, and inviting your wine-fond great-aunt Rosy isn’t necessarily one of them! Of course, you will need to choose the venue, the dress and put some serious thought into the catering options for the reception.
When it comes to planning a reception menu, there are many things to consider besides the standard wedding cake. You need to cater to an array of food preferences, such as vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free, if you have a guest list that you are not entirely familiar with, which can happen in extended families.
So, what should you plan to have at your reception which will please even the most unenthusiastic guest? Sweet treats, of course, and here are a few of the best ones!
Wedding Cake
Of course, your wedding cake is your top priority for sweet treats, and wedding catering packages will likely be able to offer you an array of different options. The standard wedding cake, which is made of fruit, will probably go down well with your older guests but not so much with the younger ones. So, it may be worth looking into an alternative wedding cake, such as a cake that is tiered, with each part being made from a different type of cake.
That will ensure that everybody gets what they want while also sticking to tradition.
Cupcakes
You could opt for a healthy middle ground with cupcakes instead of a wedding cake. These are a great dessert option, and just like a cake, they can be positioned on a tiered stand, or they can be served on their own. This also allows your guests to choose their favorite flavors, and it allows you to ensure that there is an array of different dietary options available for this sweet treat.
Macarons
Who doesn’t like macarons? These colorful and exceedingly tasty French cookies have become extremely popular at weddings in recent years, and the array of flavors that they can offer to your wedding guests will surely bring a smile to anyone’s face.
It’s worth noting that you can even get macarons that are gluten-free, egg-free, and milk free for any guests that may have a food intolerance. So, be sure to label them all correctly when putting them out at your wedding reception!
Chocolate Fountain
An always popular addition to a wedding reception is the chocolate fountain. It looks great and allows your guests to have a bit of a joke when choosing their dessert. Be sure to have plenty of marshmallows, fruits, and skewers available, and watch all the fun that your guests will have using the fountain. It is a great laugh!
Dessert Bar
A dessert bar can allow guests to pick from a wide range of small desserts while, once again, allowing you to account for a wider range of dietary requirements.
Dessert bars often include tarts, mini cakes, and chocolate-dipped fruit, so do some research and have fun with it!