A Sweet Guide to Choosing a Frosting for Your Wedding Cake

As you plan your wedding, you will likely come across several details that you aren't completely familiar with, from flower types to vendor insurance. You do, however, have to educate yourself on the unknowns to ensure your big day goes off without a hitch. Another one of these details few couples know a great deal about? Cake frosting. While you may think you have an idea of what you want for your wedding dessert, you might feel overwhelmed by the many icing options to choose from.

To make sure you walk into your tasting completely prepared, we asked a few wedding cake experts to share the pros and cons associated with the most popular types of frosting. Ahead, you'll learn all about each coating option—from fondant to ganache. When it comes to choosing what to cover your cake in, Tânia Sérgio of T Bakes says it's best to start by considering two factors: aesthetics and flavor. The reason? "Never overlook the experience you and your guests will have when enjoying a piece of cake and how the frosting will affect it," she says. If you want your cake to both look and taste good, she suggests doing your research on different bakers' styles portfolios and scheduling a cake tasting with whomever you eventually choose.

Whether you want to know what frosting is best for a clean, polished look or simply want to satisfy your sweet tooth, this helpful guide will point you in the right direction. With these expert-approved tips, you'll approach your cake frosting selection with confidence.