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Mini Sweets, Major Treat How to Create your Own Mini Dessert Bar Text by A D RIE N N E GA RCIA Photographs by A L BA ROS E PH OT OGRA PH Y We know that your big day doesn’t always mean having a big cake. But that begs the question: What dessert will you serve your guests? Your answer: A selection of minis! While the desserts may be small, the design—and most importantly the taste—will both leave a lasting impression.
START WITH THE GOOD STUFF: CHOOSE YOUR DESSERTS! Any excuse to taste a few delicious treats is a good one, right? So have fun with it! This is where you get to express even more of who you are as a couple and pick out your favorites. Like specialty cocktails, you could choose a signature dessert that represents you. Did you ever crack into a crème brûlée together? Visit New Orleans and share beignets? Do you both love cheesecake? All food for thought… When it comes to minis, the more the merrier, but if you’re looking for guidance on how many sweets to choose, three is always a go-to number. That allows some variety for your guests, lets you pick your preferences, and helps with your budget. When you’re considering your choices, a nice gesture for your guests might be to include a gluten-free or nut-free treat for anyone with potential allergies. If you’re working with a caterer, it’s likely that they will provide you with a list of options—but don’t forget, you can ask to customize too. You might have a romantic aesthetic for your wedding and want to include macarons—ask which flavors might be off the menu if you don’t see what you were hoping for. You can also work with outside vendors to create the mini menu your heart desires. If you’re including a pared down cake for you and your groom to follow tradition, think about cupcakes for your guests in your cake’s flavor. If pie is more your taste,
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consider offering bite-size versions from a local shop. The choice is yours! Happy tasting!
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