Burn-away cakes
A burn-away cake has a printed edible-paper top layer that burns away at the party to reveal what's underneath: a photo, a message, a reveal color, or a logo. I make them as 6, 8, 10, and 12-inch rounds, serving 8 to 40. Order 2 to 3 weeks ahead.
- Sizes
- 6" to 12"
- Lead time
- 2 to 3 weeks
- Price
- Quoted by design
Before: the printed top layer
How it works and lighting it safely
- Set the cake where it will be litOutdoors or away from decorations, on a stable table.
- Light the edge of the paperThe printed top layer burns away to reveal the photo, message, or color underneath.
- Reveal, then serveLift away any ash before cutting.
Safety: Light it outdoors or away from decorations, and keep hair and children clear. General guidance.
What can be hidden
A photo
The guest of honor, a first ultrasound, the team.
A message
Happy 40th, Congrats, Will you?
A reveal color
Pink or blue for gender reveals.
A logo
For launches and office parties.
Sizes and servings
6" round
Serves 8 to 10
8" round
Serves 12 to 16
10" round
Serves 20 to 24
12" round
Serves 30 to 40
Servings are party-size slices. A 2-tier cake is sized in the quote.
Burn-away questions
What is a burn-away cake?
A cake with a printed edible-paper top layer that burns away to reveal a photo, message, color, or logo underneath.
How do I light it safely?
Light it outdoors or away from decorations, and keep hair and children clear while the printed top layer burns away. This is general guidance.
What can be hidden underneath?
Anything printed on edible paper: a photo, a message, a reveal color, or a logo.
What sizes are available?
6, 8, 10, and 12-inch rounds, serving 8 to 40.
How far ahead should I order?
Two to three weeks.
