Order a custom cake or dessert table
Custom cakes book out quickly for weekend dates. Post your design idea, flavour and guest count on EVE and local bakers reply with what they can make and what it costs.
What's usually included
- Custom design consultation and sketch
- Tasting box for larger orders
- Delivery and on-site assembly for tiered cakes
- Dessert-table extras: cupcakes, macarons, cake pops
How much does it cost?
Custom cakes in the US are generally priced per serving: $4–$8 for buttercream and $8–$15 for fondant or sculpted work. Dessert tables commonly start around $250.
These are indicative US ranges — the quotes you receive on EVE come directly from local providers for your date, city and guest count.
How to choose the right one
- Order by servings, not tiers — that is how bakers actually price.
- Ask about heat: buttercream needs shade at outdoor summer events.
- Confirm delivery time and who assembles the cake at the venue.
How hiring works on EVE
- 1. Post your event. Date, city, guest count and what you need — it takes a couple of minutes and costs nothing.
- 2. Get applications. Local cake & dessert makers who are actually free on your date apply with their portfolio and price.
- 3. Message and book. Chat directly, compare, and book the one you like. You pay the provider, not EVE.
Frequently asked questions
How far ahead should I order a custom cake?
Two to four weeks for a birthday cake and two to three months for a wedding cake, especially between May and October.
How far in advance should I book cake makers?
For weekend and holiday dates, 4–8 weeks ahead is comfortable. For smaller weekday events, one to two weeks is often enough. On EVE you can post your date and see who is actually available before you commit.
Do I pay EVE to find cake makers?
No. Posting an event request, receiving applications, and messaging providers is free for clients. You pay the provider directly, on the terms you agree with them.