Admit it--when you look at the names of wedding cakes in magazines or cake stores, you don't always understand every single word, and you might feel like there's more jargon than there is icing on the cake you are looking at. If you're still not quite sure what your cake is supposed to look like or if they taste as flavorful as you imagine them to be, check out our crash course on commonly-used cake terms.
Butter cream icing
This is one of the most popular types of icing for wedding cakes because it is affordable. Also, if you don't want your cake to be too sweet, then this smooth, creamy icing might just suit your taste. Made out of butter, this kind of icing is best for receptions in air-conditioned venues. But if your reception venue is outdoors and you still want this kind of icing for your wedding cake, inform your baker beforehand so s/he can add shortening to the icing.
Fondant
Ever wondered what those clean, smooth, porcelain-looking wedding cakes are made of? Well, that cake's frosting is most probably fondant. Fondant is a kind of icing that is rolled out to cover a tier of cake. It is firm, so it's a perfect base for other wedding cake decorations. It is also considered the most versatile since it can also be used to form different shapes and figures. If ever you decide to have this kind of frosting for your wedding cake, just be aware that it will cost you more.
Marzipan
Marzipan is a kind of decorative icing that is made of ground almonds, sugar, and egg whites. This cake paste is often rolled out into sheets then formed into flowers and other shapes. For it to have a particular color, it is painted with food coloring.
Chiffon
No, it's not what your wedding dress is made of. A chiffon cake is a moist kind of cake that is vegetable oil-based. Chiffon cakes do not harden at cool temperatures, so it's perfect for creamy fillings. If you're up for a tender cake-eating moment during your wedding reception, then this sumptuous cake is right for you!
Sponge cake
Compared to chiffon, the sponge cake is lighter and has more air in it. Probably the most popular kind of cake, it is made mostly out of beaten eggs, which gives it a foamy consistency. For it to have taste, your desired flavoring has to be folded in after the eggs, sugar and flour are whisked together. If you want to absorb all the sweetness of your special day with your hubby, then you should go for a flavorful sponge cake.
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