Cake boxes with cake board
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Cake boxes with cake board are the easiest solution if you do not want to find a box and a base separately. In a set, the sizes of box and board match, and you can finish decorating your cake directly on the board, pack it and hand it over. This saves time when shopping, avoids buying the wrong size and ensures your cake sits on a sturdy base from the worktop to the party table.
Ideas: when a set is worthwhile
A set is ideal when you give away or sell a cake and do not expect the board back. The birthday cake for the nursery, the cheesecake for the office party, the wedding cake for friends or the cake for the club bake sale: with a matching box and board everything looks professional, and nobody has to return anything. For home bakers who only bake occasionally, the set is also practical because nothing is missing when things need to happen fast.
The flat set of cake box and board 28 x 42 x 6 cm is suitable for traybakes, tarts and flat number or letter cakes, while the rectangular sets 33 x 22 x 15 cm and 35 x 25 x 15 cm suit rectangular cakes and desserts.
Round and square cake boards in a set
Most sets consist of a square cake box 15 cm high and a cake board, either round or square. The range:
- Cake box with round cake board: 20 x 20 x 15 cm with 20 cm board, 22 x 22 cm with 22 cm, 25 x 25 cm with 25 cm, 28 x 28 cm with 28 cm, 30 x 30 cm with 30 cm and 35.5 x 35.5 cm with 35.5 cm
- Cake box 20 x 20 x 15 cm with a 20 cm cake board, 1 cm thick
- Cake box with square cake board from 20 x 20 x 15 cm to 30 x 30 x 15 cm
- Cake board and box 25 x 25 x 15 cm and 30 x 30 x 15 cm
- Rectangular sets 33 x 22 x 15 cm and 35 x 25 x 15 cm
- Flat set of cake box and board 28 x 42 x 6 cm for traybakes and tarts
How to choose the right set for your cake
In these sets the board matches the base of the box. The cake itself should therefore be about 2 to 5 cm smaller than the board: a 25 cm board takes a cake of 20 to 23 cm, a 30 cm board a cake of 25 to 28 cm. This leaves a neat edge, and you can hold the board without touching the decoration.
- Secure the cake to the board with a little buttercream or melted chocolate so it does not slide.
- Decorate directly on the board so you do not have to move the finished cake.
- Chill the cake thoroughly before packing so the decoration stays stable.
- Always lift the cake by the board, never by the box.
The boxes are 15 cm high and therefore designed for cakes up to about 12 cm. For taller cakes, combine a tall cake box with a suitable board from our cake boards.
Combinations and alternatives
If you would rather choose box and board separately, for example because your cake has an unusual size, you will find boxes among the square cake boxes and bases among the cake boards. For lower cakes there are classic cake boxes 11 to 16 cm high. And on warm days the packed cake belongs in a cool bag with ice packs.
What to look for when buying a cake box with cake board
Start from the diameter of your baking tin and choose a board that is 2 to 5 cm larger. Consider whether the board should be visible: a round board is barely noticeable under a round cake, while a square one fills the box and supports square cakes. For heavy cakes, with fondant or several layers, a thick board such as the 1 cm version is recommended. And think about the height: including decoration, the cake should stay below 12 cm.
Frequently asked questions about cake boxes with cake board
How large can my cake be for the 30 x 30 cm set?
Ideally 25 to 28 cm in diameter and up to about 12 cm high including decoration.
Round or square board?
The round board suits round cakes and is barely visible. The square board fills the box and also works for square cakes.
Can I buy the box and board separately?
Yes, you will find boxes among the square cake boxes and boards in the Cake boards category.
Which set is best for a number cake?
For flat number and letter cakes the 28 x 42 x 6 cm set is ideal; for taller versions choose a rectangular set.
Ideas for number cakes that fit perfectly on these boards are waiting in our number cake recipes. Discover more boxes under Cake & pastry boxes and in the Boards & boxes category.