The Groom's Cake.......a tribute to your other half!!!

In the past few years, as an officiant,  I have noticed the trend of Groom's Cakes and wondered what the history was, how the tradition began, why couples keep it going, when to have it served, and what it is supposed to be made of?  I will attempt to answer these questions in this post.  It is my understanding that it is a deeply routed Southern custom.  Single women are to be the recipients of slices of this cake to put under their pillows to allow them to dream of their future husbands. (Of course this is folklore).  The groom's cake is now making a comeback all over the nation and they are becoming very unique.  Designers are whipping up elaborate confections that reflect the groom's interests in a dramatic and very memorable way. 

No, this isn't your mother's groom's cake!  I have posted a few pictures that show you how a great deal of thought will go into the creation and design of the groom's cake.    The ceremony plans and the majority of wedding details tend to focus on the brides style and wishes, so this is an opportunity for the groom's personality and style to be in the spotlight.  The ideas are endless!!!  There are John Deere tractors, tuxedo's, keychains with BMW insignias, sport themes, cakes in the shape of baseball caps and so on.

There really are no rules when it comes to when you should serve the grooms cake.  Some couples like to serve it at the rehearsal dinner.  Others, serve it at the reception.  Either way, the guests will enjoy the change to see the groom's interests and hobbies reflected ii this one in a lifetime form. 

Traditionally the cake has been rich chocolate.  The cake should really be in the flavor that the groom loves.  The cost of the cake will vary depending on the complexity of the design.  So...now get busy!!  Get creative!!  How about a beer keg, or a brief case, or a computer, or even an ipod or laptop?  Any talented baker can replicate just about anything in cake that your imagination can dream up.  So, honor your groom with a cake to remember, while adding some fun to your reception.  Just maybe those single gals will benefit and enjoysome "sweet dreams".