Photorealistic single-tier wedding cake with white Swiss meringue buttercream, adorned with blush pink and ivory roses, on an ornate silver cake stand.

Single Tier Wedding Cake – Elegant, Simple, and Utterly Stunning

Single Tier Wedding Cake: Your Perfect Celebration Centerpiece

Title: Single Tier Wedding Cake – Elegant, Simple, and Utterly Stunning

Key Info:

  • Prep Time: 1-3 days
  • Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Total Time: 2-4 days
  • Servings: 10-40 guests
  • Difficulty: Moderate to Advanced
  • Dietary: Adaptable (Vegetarian-Friendly)

A professional bakery workspace with stainless steel counters, glass bowls of measured ingredients, premium baking tools, and a stand mixer, illuminated by soft morning light.

Equipment Needed:

Essential Tools:

  • 6″-12″ cake pans
  • Offset spatula
  • Bench scraper
  • Rotating cake stand
  • Piping bags and tips
  • Cake boards
  • Sturdy cake transport box
  • Cake leveler or serrated knife

Pro Tip: Quality tools make all the difference between a good and a GREAT wedding cake!

Ingredients:

Cake Base:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (360g)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar (400g)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (227g)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk (240ml)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Buttercream Frosting:

  • 2 cups unsalted butter, softened (454g)
  • 6 cups powdered sugar (720g)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tbsp heavy cream
  • Pinch of salt

Filling Options:

  • Classic vanilla custard
  • Raspberry preserves
  • Chocolate ganache
  • Lemon curd
Method:
  1. Prep Your Workspace
    • Ensure all ingredients are room temperature
    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
    • Grease and line cake pans with parchment
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients
    • Sift flour, baking powder, and salt
    • Whisk thoroughly to eliminate lumps
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar
    • Beat butter until light and fluffy
    • Gradually add sugar
    • Mix until pale and creamy (about 3-4 minutes)
  4. Add Wet Ingredients
    • Incorporate eggs one at a time
    • Mix in vanilla extract
    • Alternate adding flour mixture and milk
  5. Bake Cake
    • Divide batter evenly between pans
    • Bake 25-30 minutes
    • Internal temperature should reach 205-210°F
    • Toothpick test: comes out clean
  6. Cool and Level
    • Let cakes cool completely
    • Use cake leveler to create even layers
    • Wrap and refrigerate overnight for easier frosting
  7. Buttercream Magic
    • Whip butter until smooth
    • Gradually add powdered sugar
    • Mix in vanilla and cream
    • Adjust consistency as needed
  8. Assembly and Decoration
    • Apply crumb coat
    • Chill for 15-20 minutes
    • Add final frosting layer
    • Decorate as desired

A beautiful single-tier wedding cake on a silver stand, adorned with white buttercream, piped details, and fresh garden roses, set against a soft-focus botanical background, with gentle studio lighting enhancing its elegance and texture.

Crucial Tips:
  • Use digital scale for precise measurements
  • Room temperature ingredients blend better
  • Don’t overbeat cake batter
  • Chill cake between frosting layers
Storage:
  • Refrigerate up to 3 days
  • Freeze unfrosted layers up to 2 months
  • Best served at room temperature
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
  • Overmixing batter
  • Opening oven too frequently
  • Using cold ingredients
  • Uneven cake layers
Variations:
  • Vegan alternatives available
  • Gluten-free flour options
  • Flavor customizations (lavender, almond, etc.)
Scaling:
  • 6″ cake: 10-15 guests
  • 8″ cake: 20-25 guests
  • 10″ cake: 30-40 guests

Pro Wedding Cake Hack: Always make a little extra batter and frosting – just in case!

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