How many does a 10 layer cake serve?
10 in cakes can be sensibly served to up to 25 people with each slice measuring about 1 1⁄4 inches across the back or about the width of a teaspoon. As with the 8 inch cakes, 10 inch cakes can be served event style. Cut event style, a 10 inch cake can be served to as many as 39 people.
| 4 In. High Cakes The figures for 2 in. pans are based on a two-layer, 4 in. high cake. Fill pans 1/2 to 2/3 full. | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pan Shape | Size | Party Servings |
| Round | 10 in. | 28 |
| 12 in. | 40 | |
| 14 in. | 63 | |
Cake Tiers and Serving Sizes
The 10" cake on top of that serves 30-40 people and the 8" cake on top of that serves 20-25 people. So a classic 3-tier cake with 12, 10, and 8 inch layers serves about 100 people.
7 inch round - 2 layer cake serves 10/12 people (3 layer 12/15 servings) 8 inch round - 2 layer cake serves 15/20 people (3 layer 20/25 servings) 9 inch round - 2 layer cake serves 20/25 people (3 layer 30/35 servings) 10 inch round - 2 layer cake serves 25/30 people (3 layer 40/45 servings)
| Approximate Portions for Single-Layer Cake | ||
|---|---|---|
| Cake Size | Round Sponge | Heart Shaped |
| 8-inch | 20 | 24 |
| 9-inch | 27 | 28 |
| 10-inch | 38 | 30 |
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Cake Portions Chart.
| Cake Size | Round Cake | Square Cake |
|---|---|---|
| 8 inch (20 cm) | 20 servings | 32 servings |
| 9 inch (23 cm) | 27 servings | 35 servings |
| 10 inch (25 cm) | 38 servings | 50 servings |
| 11 inch (28 cm) | 45 servings | 56 servings |
For instance, a 4 tiered cake in a standard shape and size, for example, 10-inch, 8-inch, 6-inch, and 4-inch tiers, can generally feed around 75 people.
This is a perfect size for parties, and you can expect to get between 12 and 20 slices from a single cake. A double-layer, 9 x 13 inch cake that is at least 4 inches tall yields 36 party-size servings or 50 wedding-size servings, which traditionally are slightly smaller.
3 Layer - 9 Inch (15-18 Servings)
Number of Servings
In general, three tiers will serve 50 to 100 guests. So, if you're having 150 or more, you'll likely need four or more tiers.
What size cake will feed 150 guests?
| 6 & 8" | serves 30 guests |
|---|---|
| 6, 8 & 12" | serves 100 |
| 6, 10 & 14" | serves 130 |
| 6, 10 & 16" | serves 150 |
| 8, 12 & 16" | serves 190 |
If you are ordering a bride's cake only, then it's simple. One slice of cake per guest. So, if you are having 150 guests, you need 150 servings of cake.
