Classic cake boxes (height 11–16 cm)
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Classic cake boxes 11 to 16 cm high are the standard for birthday cakes, cream cakes, cheesecakes and all cakes up to about 12 cm high. In this category you will find square cake boxes from 15 x 15 cm to 40 x 40 cm, from a small box for a mini cake to the large 30 x 30 x 15 cm or 35 x 35 x 15 cm cake box for family celebrations.
Popular sizes and styles
The best-selling sizes are the cake box 25 x 25 x 15 cm and the cake box 30 x 30 x 15 cm. There are also many sizes in between, so your cake sits snugly and does not slide around:
- White cake boxes from 17.5 x 17.5 x 15 cm to 38 x 38 x 15 cm, for example 23 x 23, 28 x 28 or 33 x 33 cm
- Cake box 20 x 20 x 13 cm and 32 x 32 x 11.5 cm for slightly lower cakes
- Cake boxes with window, for example 15 x 15 x 15 cm or in white and gold 19 x 19 x 12 cm and 28 x 28 x 12 cm
- Sets of box and cake board from 20 x 20 x 15 cm to 35.5 x 35.5 x 15 cm
Finding the right size and buying in bulk
Choose a base about 3 to 5 cm larger than the cake diameter: for a 20 cm cake, a 25 x 25 cm box; for 25 cm, a 28 x 28 or 30 x 30 cm box; for 30 cm, a 35 x 35 cm cake box. The height should be at least 2 to 3 cm more than the cake including decoration. You will find the full size guide under Cake & pastry boxes.
If you bake regularly or sell cakes, the value pack of 25 is worthwhile: the white cake boxes come in packs of 25 from 20 x 20 x 15 cm to 35 x 35 x 15 cm.
Frequently asked questions about classic cake boxes
Which cakes fit into a 15 cm high box?
Cakes up to about 12 cm high including decoration. For taller cakes, choose a box from Tall cake boxes (height 17 cm and up).
Which cake box for a 26 cm cake?
A 30 x 30 x 15 cm cake box is ideal.
Do I also need a cake board?
Yes, a sturdy cake board makes it easier to lift the cake out. The sets in Cake boxes with cake board are a handy option.
See also: Cake boards · Tall cake boxes (height 17 cm and up) · Cool bags & ice packs