If you want to bring a bit of fantasy to your reception, then a Lord of the Rings wedding cake is the way to do it.
If the Lord of the Rings is your jam, then a cake that celebrates that theme is a natural choice. Why have a traditional wedding cake when you can have a cake that pays homage to your favorite characters or theme from the epic trilogy based on the series of books by J.R.R. Tolkien?
From celebrating the love story of Aragorn and Arwen to honoring the Shire, there are a ton of
LOTR design options to choose from. So how do you decide which cake is best for you?
If you need some help narrowing down your choices, our list of the best Lord of the Rings wedding cakes is sure to inspire. Read on for some sweet cake ideas for your big day.
Lord of the Rings Wedding Cakes for Your Themed Wedding
If you’ve seen one too many traditional white wedding cakes, then opting for a Lord of the Rings wedding cake is a great way to mix things up.
Here are some of our favorite Lord of the Rings wedding cakes for a Middle Earth-themed ceremony.
Elaborate LOTR cakes
If you’re looking for a show stopping centerpiece for your wedding reception, a tall, multi–layer Lord of the Rings cake full of details from the fantastical story is the way to go.
Whether you pay tribute to several different themes or stick with just one, a colorful, tiered cake full of Lord of the Rings details will definitely impress your guests. Here are three great cakes to inspire your own cake design.
Hobbit cakes
If you love cake designs that are cute rather than ultra-sophisticated, then a cake paying homage to hobbits or the Shire is perfect. If you’re keen on more than one theme, you can also do multi layers with a Hobbit House at the top or bottom.
Need some ideas? Here are three cakes that Frodo and Sam would surely choose.
Middle Earth cakes
Whether you opt for a multi-layer Middle Earth map cake or, perhaps, a Fellowship of the Ring cake showing the silhouettes of the group involved in the quest to destroy the ring, there are a lot of options to choose from. Here are three of our faves.
Elf-themed cakes
If you’re a fan of whimsical and mysterious decor, then an Elven cake should be right up your alley. Whether you opt for hand painted symbols, an “Elvish” inscription, fancy scroll work or a replica of Arwen’s Evenstar necklace, you’re sure to have a cake that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Here are three Elvish cake designs we love.
White tree of Gondor cakes
Nothing says elegance like a white tree of Gondor cake. Whether you want a simple design or something more elaborate, this is the perfect theme. Seen as a symbol of renewed life, the tree represents Gondor’s hope that the return of the king will bring peace and prosperity to their land. As the ultimate symbol of hope in this epic story, it’s fitting for a wedding cake as you look to the future together as a couple.
Here are three ways to incorporate the white tree symbol into your cake design.
Book cakes
Starting at the beginning — the books by J.R.R Tolkien — is a great way to bring a bit of LOTR to your reception. Great for couples who can’t choose just one type of cake, each book can be its own flavor. It’s also great for couples who want a multi-layer cake.
Here are three of our favorite Lord of the Rings wedding cakes for your reception.
Mordor cakes
If something a bit more dark and spooky is your bag, then a cake that pays tribute to Mordor, Sauron or the all-seeing eye are great options. A great theme for a goth vibe, these cakes can be as grand or simple as you like.
You can also opt to make Mordor just one layer of your cake if you want to represent several different themes.
10 Wedding Cake Flavors for Your Lord of the Rings Reception
Now that you have some great design ideas for your Lord of the Rings wedding cake, it’s time to think about flavors. Here are some of our favorite flavor combinations to compliment your LOTR cake.
1. Red velvet cake
This chocolate-flavored cake boasts moist red-hued layers that are perfect for a wedding cake. Try pairing it with cream cheese frosting if you like a bit of tang. If you prefer something sweeter, this chocolatey cake is also delicious with Swiss meringue buttercream.
2. Almond cake
This light and nutty cake is simple, yet is sophisticated enough to impress Galadriel herself. If you want something a bit more complex, try a pear and almond flavored cake with cinnamon, brown sugar buttercream or an almond cake with your favorite berry filling and cream cheese icing.
3. Lemon cake
Perfect for a spring or summer wedding, lemon is the perfect flavor for any cake paying tribute to the Shire. A lemon cake with a lemon curd filling is tangy and delicious and pairs well with either a vanilla buttercream, Swiss meringue buttercream or mascarpone cream cheese frosting.
4. Spice cake
Fragrant cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves, make this the ideal cake for fall or winter. A classic spice cake with cream cheese frosting can be made special with an apple or pear compote between the layers. If you don’t want a tangy icing, maple or brown sugar buttercream are also delicious.
5. Vanilla bean cake
This isn’t your traditional vanilla wedding cake. Vanilla bean offers a much more intense and rich flavor and comes in a darker hue thanks to whole eggs and a lot of vanilla flavoring being used. This type of cake is scrumptious with a berry filling and a white chocolate buttercream. You could also do a coconut or amaretto buttercream depending on your preference.
6. Carrot cake
A popular vegetable in the Shire, carrot cake is a great choice for your LOTR wedding reception. Traditionally paired with cream cheese icing to break up the rich sweetness, you can also opt for various buttercream flavors such as spiced eggnog or caramel. Both are excellent choices for this moist and satisfying cake.
7. Pumpkin cake
Nothing says fall quite like pumpkin. While not a traditional wedding cake flavor, it can be made really special with the right pairings. Pecan filling and maple buttercream or pumpkin pie filling and a mascarpone cream cheese icing will be sure to delight the taste buds of your guests.
8. Apple cake
There are a lot of flavors that pair well with apples, giving you a lot of different wedding cake choices. Cinnamon, maple and nuts are the best accompaniments and all pair well with various flavors of buttercream and cream cheese frosting.
9. Gingerbread cake
If you’re saying “I do” near the Christmas holiday, gingerbread is sure to spread some Christmas cheer. This heavily spiced cake pairs well with vanilla buttercream or cream cheese frosting. Gingerbread also pairs well with an eggnog custard filling and cinnamon molasses frosting.
10. Snickerdoodle cake
Cinnamon lovers will adore a Snickerdoodle cake, which boasts the cinnamon sweet flavor of snickerdoodle cookies. This comforting cake is ideal for a winter wedding and is mouthwatering with cream cheese icing.
9 Fabulous Lord of the Rings Cake Topper Ideas
Now that you have a design and flavor picked out, it’s time to think about how to top it all off.
If you want to add a touch of romance to your cake, choosing a topper depicting the Lord of the Rings’ greatest love story — the relationship of Arwen and Aragorn — is the way to go.
You can also choose an Elvish theme, a ring theme or even a famous quote or saying from the trilogy. Here are our favorite wedding cake toppers off of Etsy.
