Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or any special occasion, a customised cake can truly make the event unforgettable. But if you're on a budget, you may be wondering: how can I get a beautiful, personalised cake without breaking the bank? At Bob the Baker Boy, we believe everyone deserves to enjoy a delicious and eye-catching cake, even if they’re working within a budget. That's why we’ve come up with a few budget-friendly cake design ideas that will help you celebrate in style, without overspending.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to design customised cakes under $100 and $150 in Singapore, and offer you practical tips that will make your cake look and taste amazing.
If you're working with a tighter budget but still want a customised cake that looks great and tastes even better, we’ve got you covered. At Bob the Baker Boy, we believe that a customised cake doesn’t have to cost a fortune to be beautiful and memorable. Here are some creative and budget-friendly ideas for cakes under $100:
A simple, classic cake can still be customised to match your occasion perfectly. You can choose from a variety of flavours, like Belgian Chocolate, Strawberry Shortcake, or Pistachio Crunch Cake, all of which are made with quality ingredients but without the premium price tag.
Decoration: You can opt for minimalistic decoration using buttercream or whipped cream in your desired colour scheme. A small cake with a personalised message or name will still have a huge impact, especially when paired with one of our premium cake flavours.
Size: These cakes are perfect for small gatherings and typically serve around 6-8 people.
One way to personalise your cake without increasing the overall cost is to add a fondant topper. Fondant toppers can easily be customised to match the theme of your celebration. Whether it’s a cute figurine, a birthday number, or a small, themed decoration (think a miniature toy car, a superhero, or flowers), fondant toppers are a simple way to add personality to your cake.
Cost-Effective Option: Fondant toppers are a more affordable way to add intricate designs to your cake without the need for an elaborate fondant covering.
For a magical and visually stunning touch, consider adding fairy lights to your cake. These tiny, battery-operated lights can be placed around the cake’s base or on the top, adding a warm, glowing effect that elevates the look without the hefty price tag of complex decorations.
Where to Place: Fairy lights are best used around the base of the cake or under a clear glass dome for added effect.
Perfect for Evening Celebrations: If your event is in the evening, fairy lights will add a beautiful glow to your cake, making it the centre of attention.
If you're aiming for an intricate design but are on a budget, edible printed cakes are a fantastic option. Using high-quality edible ink, we can print images or messages directly onto your cake's surface. This is a cost-effective way to incorporate detailed graphics, like your child's favourite cartoon character or a personalised message, into the design.
Great for Themed Cakes: Whether it’s a themed birthday party or a special celebration, edible printed designs are the perfect way to showcase your theme without increasing the cost of your cake.
If you’re looking to design a cake for a smaller event or a more intimate celebration, mini cakes could be a perfect choice. These bite-sized cakes allow you to customise flavours, colours, and messages for each guest or table, all while sticking to your budget.
Personal Touch: Mini cakes are highly versatile. You can design each one with a different flavour or message to add variety, and they are great for serving at smaller events like baby showers or small birthday parties.
Cost-Effective and Cute: Mini cakes are typically more affordable than large tiered cakes but still offer a custom look and feel.
Another popular and affordable option is the bento cake, a small, compact cake that’s often decorated with a simple, but elegant design. These cakes are trending because of their charm and practicality, perfect for individual servings at an event or as a gift.
Affordable and Customizable: At Bob the Baker Boy, we offer bento cakes in various sizes and flavours, and you can add personalisation with themed decoration or edible prints.
If you can stretch your budget to $150, you can still design a customised cake with a few additional touches. The $100 to $150 range allows for a bit more creativity without breaking the bank. Here are some tips for designing a beautiful cake within this price range:
Instead of a single-tier cake, you can opt for a two-tiered cake within this price range. A two-tier cake gives you more space for decoration and allows you to create more elaborate designs. This is a great option for celebrations with a larger guest list (around 20-30 people).
Customization: You can choose two different flavours for each tier, or customise the decoration for each layer.
Design Ideas: For example, the bottom tier can have a simple buttercream design, while the top tier can feature fondant decorations or a hand-painted design.
If you like the idea of a customised cake but want to keep costs low, an intricately piped buttercream design can elevate a basic cake. Skilled piping techniques can create a textured or detailed look, adding elegance without the extra cost of fondant.
Popular Styles: You can choose from floral piping, ombré designs, or even 3D effects, which look beautiful and are much more affordable than fondant designs.
For cakes within the $100-$150 range, you can afford to include more custom elements like personalised cake toppers, custom-made figures, or edible prints of your favourite designs or characters. You can also incorporate special touches like gilded edges, hand-painted details, or metallic accents.
Unique Features: Even if you’re working with a simple base cake, these added features make it look high-end without inflating the price.
This price range allows for some creativity with themed cakes, such as a sports cake, floral design, or a cartoon character cake. These cakes can be designed with either buttercream or fondant elements, but the key to keeping the cost down is to use a simple design with a few themed elements instead of overly complex decorations.
Once you’ve got your budget-friendly customised cake designed, the next step is easy! At Bob the Baker Boy, our team of cake design specialists will help you finalise your order, confirm the delivery date, choose a delivery time slot, and take care of payment details.
Our friendly customer service team is available via WhatsApp at +65-88623327 or by email at [email protected]. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service, so don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.
We even offer express delivery if you need your cake in a hurry! Whether you’re planning a last-minute celebration or just want to ensure everything goes smoothly, we’re here to make your cake dreams come true.
So, no matter your budget, we can help you create the perfect cake to celebrate your special day. Simply visit our website to order your customised cake online!
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