Your Wedding, Beautifully Buttercreamed

The earlier the better, especially for summer weddings. I take on a limited number of weddings so I can give each one the time and attention it deserves. Planning a 2027 wedding? I’d be happy to take your inquiry now! I’ll begin working through 2027 wedding quotes in January, in the order inquiries were received. Sending your inquiry ahead of time helps me get to know your date, venue, guest count, and vision so we’re ready to start planning when quoting opens. Once your quote is finalized, a 50% nonrefundable retainer officially reserves your date.

Select flavors can be made gluten-free or dairy-free. Cupcake dietary accommodations require a one-dozen minimum. Because everything is prepared in a kitchen that also handles wheat, dairy, eggs, soy, and nuts, I cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.

Buttercream cakes taste their best at room temperature, when the cake has softened and the buttercream has returned to its ideal texture. I recommend taking your cake out of the refrigerator about two hours before serving.

As a small, home-based bakery, I don’t have a traditional storefront or tasting space, so I’m not able to offer formal wedding tastings. Luckily, there are a couple of great ways to try Sugar Mountain flavors before making your final decision. Individual Sugar Mountain cupcakes are available at the Duck Inn on weekends, and I highly recommend stopping in over a few weekends to try different flavors as they’re available. If you’re planning a wedding and hoping to try something specific, feel free to reach out—flavor requests may be available for an upcoming weekend, especially for couples traveling from the Valley or farther away. If you’d rather try several specific flavors at once, you’re also welcome to place a cupcake order to create your own tasting. Cupcakes have a one-dozen minimum per flavor, making this option especially nice for a shower, gathering, or other event leading up to the wedding.

Yes, depending on the venue, date, and my availability. Wedding delivery and setup start at $75 within 10 driving miles of Soldotna, with additional travel quoted by distance. For tiered or particularly delicate cakes, I may recommend or require delivery.

Inspiration photos are always welcome and are one of the best ways to show me what you love. I won't make an exact copy of another artist's work, but I can use your inspiration to create something with a similar style that feels personal to your wedding.

Absolutely—fresh flowers are my favorite choice for floral cake designs. Please share the same inspiration photo with your florist that you share with me so they can provide the appropriate variety and quantity. Cake flowers must be delivered to my home the day before your wedding, and I'll arrange them on the cake before delivery.

Tell me how many guests you’re expecting and I’ll help you determine the right cake size based on the way my cakes are built and served. Because Sugar Mountain cakes are often taller than traditional cakes, serving counts take both diameter and height into consideration. For weddings, it’s very common to choose a smaller cake for the couple and bridal party, then serve cupcakes to the rest of your guests. You still get the beautiful cake-cutting moment and photos, without needing someone to properly cut and serve dozens of slices from a larger tiered cake. If you’re serving cupcakes, I recommend planning for about 1.25 cupcakes per guest. That little bit extra accounts for vendors, kiddos, and guests who want to try more than one flavor—which is pretty common when there are several to choose from! We can also combine cake and cupcakes in whatever way makes the most sense for your guest count, serving plans, and overall vision.

Definitely. Cupcakes are actually where Sugar Mountain began! You can pair a smaller cutting cake with cupcakes, add them alongside a tiered cake, or make cupcakes the main event.