Quick Answer
Denton couples can build a wedding dessert spread beyond cake with Elle's Delights and Candy Haven & Cakes for full dessert tables, Le Macaron at Golden Triangle Mall for macaron towers, Heavenly Taylored Sweets for cupcakes and pies, and Kitty's Scratch Kitchen for cookies and donuts. Most dessert tables run $5 to $20 per guest depending on variety.
Cake is not the only wedding dessert Denton couples are booking anymore. If you want a donut wall, a macaron tower, or a full dessert table instead of (or alongside) a single tiered cake, several local bakeries build exactly that. Elle's Delights and Candy Haven & Cakes both specialize in custom dessert tables, Le Macaron at Golden Triangle Mall builds macaron towers as a cake alternative, and Heavenly Taylored Sweets and Kitty's Scratch Kitchen cover cupcakes, cookies, pies, and donuts.
Which Denton Bakeries Make Wedding Desserts Other Than Cake?
These are real bakeries currently serving Denton-area weddings, listed with what each one actually offers beyond a traditional tiered cake.
1. Elle's Delights
Elle's Delights is a Dallas-Fort Worth area bakery built around curated wedding dessert tables. Beyond custom cakes, the shop offers mini cupcakes, decorated sugar cookies, cake pops, chocolate-covered strawberries, and layered dessert cups, arranged on risers for a display-ready presentation at your reception. Dessert tables are customizable based on guest count, flavor preferences, and event style.
Best for: Couples who want a full curated dessert table as the centerpiece, not just an add-on Specialties: Dessert tables, mini cupcakes, sugar cookies, cake pops, chocolate-covered strawberries, dessert shooters
2. Candy Haven & Cakes
A family-owned Denton bakery since the early 1980s, Candy Haven & Cakes offers dessert bars sized for events serving 50 guests or more, alongside its custom cake work. Their dessert bar options include cookies, cupcakes, and chocolate-covered strawberries, giving couples a way to serve a larger guest list without relying on a single cake to cover every slice.
Best for: Larger guest counts that need a dessert bar built to scale Specialties: Dessert bars for 50+ guests, cookies, cupcakes, chocolate-covered strawberries
3. Le Macaron French Pastries, Golden Triangle Mall
Located inside Golden Triangle Mall, Le Macaron specializes in French macarons as a wedding dessert in their own right, not just a side treat. Their event offerings include macaron towers as a cake alternative, individual party favors, and specialty gift boxes, with more than 20 flavors to choose from and colors that can be matched to a wedding palette.
Best for: Couples who want a macaron tower to replace or stand alongside a traditional cake Location: 2201 Interstate 35E, Denton, TX 76205 Specialties: Macaron towers, macaron favors, gift boxes, gluten-free by recipe
4. Heavenly Taylored Sweets
Heavenly Taylored Sweets, located on S. I-35E in Denton, handles far more than wedding cakes. Their menu includes cupcakes, decorated cookies, cake pops, pies, cinnamon rolls, and scones, which makes them a practical single-stop option if you want a dessert table mixing several treat types instead of ordering from multiple bakeries.
Best for: A one-stop order that mixes cupcakes, cookies, and baked goods like pies and cinnamon rolls Location: 260 S. I-35E, Suite 100, Denton, TX 76205 Specialties: Cupcakes, cookies, cake pops, pies, cinnamon rolls, scones
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5. Kitty's Scratch Kitchen
Kitty's Scratch Kitchen is a Denton cottage bakery operating under Texas Cottage Food Law, taking orders through Instagram, Facebook, or email rather than a storefront site. Their menu covers freshly baked cookies, brownies, macarons, and donuts, which makes them a good fit for a smaller, budget-conscious dessert spread ordered directly from a local home baker.
Best for: A smaller, budget-friendly dessert order from an independent home baker Specialties: Cookies, brownies, macarons, donuts
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How Do Denton's Dessert Vendors Compare?
| Bakery | Signature format | Best for | Where to order |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elle's Delights | Curated dessert tables | A full dessert table as the centerpiece | Online shop |
| Candy Haven & Cakes | Dessert bars for 50+ | Larger guest counts | Website |
| Le Macaron (Golden Triangle Mall) | Macaron towers | A cake alternative with 20+ flavors | Mall storefront |
| Heavenly Taylored Sweets | Mixed treat menu | One-stop cupcakes, cookies, and pies | Website |
| Kitty's Scratch Kitchen | Cookies, brownies, donuts | Smaller, budget-friendly orders | Instagram/Facebook |
How Much Do Wedding Desserts Cost Besides Cake?
Pricing for non-cake wedding desserts is typically quoted per guest rather than per serving, and it scales with how many treat types you include and whether the vendor delivers and sets up the display. These are general ranges reported by wedding cost data from Fash, not a quote from any specific Denton bakery.
| Dessert format | Typical cost per guest |
|---|---|
| Simple dessert bar (2-3 treat types) | $5 to $11 |
| Full dessert table (4+ treat types) | $7 to $20 |
| Donut wall display stand | $150 to $400 flat, plus donuts |
| Individual donuts | $1 to $2.50 each |
| Macaron tower | Priced by piece count and tier height |
According to The Knot's guide to donut walls, the trend has held on as a cake alternative for several years running because it doubles as both dessert and a photo backdrop. Ask any bakery you contact for a current quote, since pricing shifts with ingredient costs and how far in advance you book.
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Should You Still Have a Cutting Cake With Your Dessert Table?
Most couples who go this route still order a small cutting cake, usually two tiers or fewer, and let the dessert table do the heavy lifting for actually feeding guests. It keeps the traditional cake-cutting photo moment while cutting cake costs down, since you are only paying premium per-serving cake pricing for a display piece instead of a cake sized for your full guest list. Our guide to Denton's wedding cake bakeries covers that side if you want to pair a small cake with any of the dessert vendors above.
If you would rather skip cake entirely, a macaron tower from Le Macaron or a fully stocked dessert table from Elle's Delights or Candy Haven & Cakes can stand in for the whole dessert course, cutting ceremony and all.
What Should You Ask a Dessert Vendor Before You Book?
- What is included per guest? Confirm whether pricing covers a set number of pieces per person or an unlimited display for the reception length.
- Do you deliver and set up? Ask specifically about display stands, risers, or a donut wall, since setup logistics differ from a simple box drop-off.
- How far in advance do you need our final guest count? Most bakeries need a final number 2 to 3 weeks out to finalize quantities.
- Can you accommodate dietary restrictions? Ask about gluten-free, nut-free, or dairy-free options if any guests need them, and confirm how the bakery handles cross-contact.
- What happens to leftover desserts? Some bakeries provide take-home boxes or bags for guests, which is worth asking about if you want minimal waste.
Coordinate desserts with the rest of your reception timeline using our Denton wedding planning timeline, and check with your caterer about whether they charge a cake-cutting or dessert-service fee, since some venues and caterers do even when the dessert itself comes from an outside bakery.
What Should You Book First?
Lock in your venue and caterer before finalizing dessert plans, since your guest count and reception layout determine how much dessert table space you actually have. Once those are set, book your dessert vendor 3 to 4 months out, or 4 to 6 months out if your wedding lands in Denton's busy October season. If you are weighing a full dessert table against a traditional cake and want help thinking through the tradeoffs, reach out and we can point you toward the right fit for your reception.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you have both a wedding cake and a dessert table?
Yes, and it is one of the most common setups. Many Denton couples order a small two-tier cake just for the cutting ceremony and photos, then fill out the rest of the dessert table with cupcakes, cookies, or a donut wall so every guest gets a treat without cutting into a large cake. Most of the bakeries in this guide will work around a cake ordered from a different vendor.
How many dessert servings should you order per guest?
Plan on 2 to 3 small treats per guest when desserts are the only sweet option, such as 1 cupcake plus 1 to 2 cookies or macarons. If you are also serving a cutting cake, you can drop that to 1 to 2 extra treats per guest since the cake covers part of the dessert course.
Do Denton dessert vendors deliver and set up at the venue?
Most of the custom bakeries in this guide offer delivery and setup for an additional fee, especially for larger dessert tables or donut walls that need a stand. Cottage bakeries operating under Texas Cottage Food Law may require pickup instead, so confirm delivery availability before you book if your venue is not near the bakery.
How far in advance should you book a wedding dessert vendor in Denton?
Book 3 to 4 months ahead for a standard dessert table, and 4 to 6 months ahead if your wedding falls in the busy October or spring season when Denton bakeries fill up fastest. Cottage bakeries with limited weekly capacity, like Kitty's Scratch Kitchen, often need even more lead time since they bake in smaller batches.
Can Denton bakeries accommodate gluten-free or allergy-friendly desserts?
Several can. Le Macaron's French macarons are naturally gluten-free, and full-service bakeries like Heavenly Taylored Sweets and Candy Haven & Cakes offer flavor and ingredient substitutions on request. Always confirm specific allergies directly with the bakery, since cross-contact risk varies by kitchen even when a gluten-free option is listed.
What is a donut wall and do you have to rent the display separately?
A donut wall is a freestanding board with dowels that hold individual donuts upright for guests to grab, and it typically stands in for a traditional dessert table. Some bakeries include the wall display with a donut order, while others expect you to rent or buy the stand separately, so ask what is included when you get a quote.
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