Round cake boards
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Round cake boards are the classic base for cakes: they carry birthday cakes, wedding cakes, novelty cakes and cheesecakes safely from the kitchen to the buffet. In this category you will find round cake boards from Ø 10 to Ø 50 cm in white, silver, gold, black, bright colours, marble effect and wood look. To help you find the right one quickly, the round boards are split into two subcategories by thickness. Whether you are a home baker, a cake artist or a patisserie: with the right base, every cake looks more professional and can be transported safely.
Thick or thin: two types of round cake boards
- Cake drums (thick boards) of 12 mm for heavy cakes, fondant cakes, tiered cakes and transport: Cake drums (thick boards)
- Thin cake boards and cake circles from 0.8 mm for tarts, light cakes, individual tiers and cakes sold in a box: Thin cake boards
A thick cake drum does not bend, even under a heavy cake, and is easy to lift. A thin cake board is light, saves space and slips easily into a cake box. For especially large or heavy cakes, there are also extra-strong cake boards, for example in silver at Ø 45 cm and Ø 50 cm or in gold and silver at Ø 30 cm.
Colours and designs for every occasion
The cake board is part of the presentation and can certainly be an eye-catcher. White and silver are timeless and suit any cake. Gold cake boards and the rose gold board Ø 25 cm set off celebration cakes for weddings, anniversaries or christenings. Black cake boards make light cakes and colourful decorations really stand out. For modern novelty cakes, the marbled boards in white, pink or black are ideal, and for woodland and nature themes the dark green cake board Ø 30 cm. The reversible gold and black cake boards, available in sets of 4 and 6, are especially practical: simply choose the side that suits your cake. The gold cake board with scalloped edge Ø 30 cm gives your cake a playful, vintage frame.
Choosing the right size of round cake board
As a rule of thumb, choose a board about 4 to 5 cm larger than the diameter of your cake. For a cake of Ø 20 cm, a board of Ø 25 cm works well; for a cake of Ø 26 cm, a board of Ø 30 or 30.5 cm; and for a cake of Ø 30 cm, a board of Ø 35 cm. The classic sizes are the white round cake boards Ø 25 cm and Ø 30 cm. If you hand the cake over in a box, the board must not be larger than the base of the box: a 25 x 25 cm box takes a board up to Ø 25 cm; matching boxes can be found in the Square cake boxes category.
Tips for tiered cakes and transport
- For tiered cakes, place each tier on its own thin board of exactly the same size and support it with dowels. The bottom tier stands on a thick cake drum.
- The white round cake boards with a centre hole make assembly easier when a central dowel needs to run through and secure the tiers.
- Fix the cake to the board with a dab of buttercream or melted chocolate so it does not slide during transport.
- For cakes with border decorations, leave at least 2 to 3 cm free all round so you can hold the board without touching the cake.
- The visible edge of a cake drum can be covered with fondant or decorated with a ribbon.
What to look for when buying round cake boards
The weight of the cake, the journey and the presentation are what count. For a light cake handed over in a box, a thin board is enough. For fondant, several tiers or a longer journey, a thick cake drum is the safe choice. Check the diameter in relation to the cake and the box and choose a colour that matches the decoration. For stocking up, sets are worthwhile, such as the reversible gold and black cake boards.
Frequently asked questions about round cake boards
Which round board for a cake of Ø 24 cm?
For a cake of Ø 24 cm we recommend a board of Ø 28 cm. This leaves a border of about 2 cm all round; for border decorations, choose Ø 30 cm.
When do I need a thick cake board?
A 12 mm cake drum is worth it for heavy cakes, fondant cakes, tiered cakes and whenever the cake needs to be transported.
Are there gold and black round cake boards?
Yes, as well as white and silver you will find round cake boards in gold, black, bright colours and marble effect, both thin and thick.
What is the cake board with a centre hole for?
It is used for tiered cakes when a central dowel runs through all the tiers and stabilises the structure.
Are there very large round cake boards?
Yes, the extra-strong silver cake boards go up to Ø 50 cm, ideal for large wedding cakes and buffets.
See also: rectangular cake boards, cake circles & entremet bases and cake boxes with cake board. You will find all shapes and sizes in Cake boards & cake drums.