The Cake Revolution and Pricing in India

Cakes have always been the heart and soul of any celebration we have. Be it birthdays, anniversaries, graduation parties, weddings or even corporate parties; the cake is always a must! The history of how cakes came to India is an interesting one; thanks to Baputti Mambally cakes made their way into India. He owned Mambally Royal Biscuit Factory. In 1800’s when Mr. Brown, a British man who owned cinnamon plantations asked Baputti to make a cake and gave him the recipe. Baputti agreed and made one of the finest cakes! After this, his bakery started making cakes eventually exporting his delicacies to various parts of the world.

Cakes are usually priced according to the ingredients used, time taken, the design, flavor and weight. Each cake is priced differently and the rates vary at every bakery accordingly. If you are confused about which cake to buy and how much it might cost, you have come to the right place! Listed below is the basic pricing of cakes for all occasions available India.

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Birthday- the average price of a birthday cake is usually Rs. 1700 to 2000 per kg and it serves about ten to twelve people. It can cost more depending on the design you choose; more complicated designs tend to lean towards a higher cost compared to a simple design.

Anniversary- an anniversary cake costs Rs. 500 to 7000 depending on the design, structure and number of layers. A simple half kg cake costs Rs. 1000 to 2000 on an average. A layered or tiered cake will be more expensive depending on the number of layers and the flavor. Half kg cake serves around five to seven people, for a larger party it would great to go for a layered cake.

Corporate parties- a cake for a corporate usually starts at Rs. 3000 and ranges to Rs. 10,000 for a bigger party depending on its weight.

Wedding cakes or engagements cakes- Indian cake boutiques charge around Rs. 1500 to 3500 per kg for a delicious, gourmet wedding cake. So doing a tiered cake should set you back anywhere between Rs. 8000 to 20,000.

Valentine's day cake- valentine's day couple cakes usually cost Rs. 500 to 1000 for a half kg cake, the price varies according to the flavor and decorations. The cake can even cost up to Rs. 5000 for two to three kgs with lavish fancy décor.

The average price range for a cake in India is Rs. 1000 per kg, and the more popular bakeries may even charge Rs. 1500 to 2000 per kg. The rate of the cake increases if you get intricate handmade designs or get a personalized cake with a photo printed on it. A tiered cake costs even more per kg depending on the design and which bakery you get the cake from.

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The most popular flavors of cakes in India

Red velvet cake- the red velvet cake has become exceedingly popular over the past few years. It is a rich creamy cake with layers of cream cheese frosting that will make your mouth water. Red velvet cake is bought the most by couples to celebrate their love on anniversaries, birthdays or on valentine’s day.

Butterscotch cake- the butterscotch holds the top-notch positions while it is still in high demand. It melts the mouth of everyone at the celebration, and it would be the perfect choice to begin your dearest one’s birthday celebration to make them happy and excited.

Black forest cake- if your loved one is a huge fan of chocolate, there is nothing better than a black forest cake. It is whipped with cream, and nice rich chocolate ganache and topped with some flashy berries. The cake is usually moist and made of chocolate flavor that melts into the mouth of your loved ones. The black forest has long gone been a cake for celebrating many occasions, it has always been part of celebratory events like birthdays, anniversary, etc. So, if you are worried thinking if this can be ordered for any upcoming birthday or anniversary, it’s all good. This is a perfect cake to be ordered!

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Vanilla cake- Vanilla is a splendid cake and a common cake which is ordered amongst the older generation. It is one of the oldest and loved the flavor of all time. Just like any other cake, Vanilla cake also has a high flavor of vanilla along with some other sweeteners, its fluffy and super soft. Vanilla cake is highly demanded as it fits in for almost all occasions. Its color and taste have always been elegantly accepted and loved.

Pineapple cake- As a fruit, pineapple is packed with vitamins, fiber, and mineral which is why it is so healthy. Now imagine all that flavor in your cake! Pineapple cakes are so moist and for those who love this mix tropical flavor, this should be the one to order for any upcoming occasion of your loved ones. Pineapple cakes are well suited to be ordered for any occasion or celebration.

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Tips to cut down on your cake cost

• Cut down on decoration-Intricate handmade flowers are obviously going to cost more as they are labor intensive. Pearl piping or natural flowers look just as good and bring the cost down. You can mention this option to the baker beforehand to avoid the confusion.
• Book your cake early- book your cake at least a month or two in advance so that the baker is well informed and will quote the least price.
• Go easy on the assorted flavors and icing- try keeping the flavors simple so that they are easily available and to cost is lower as compared to the rare flavors.
• Discuss with your baker about the options and be upfront about your budget- quote your budget to the baker and make sure you discuss all options in detail to get the best cake in your budget.

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