How Many Layers Of Cake Should I Use For Each Tier On A Cake
Decorating By jettabug27 Updated 12 Jul 2011 , 9:56pm by CakeandDazzle
i am a new baker and i have decided to make my sister a 3 tier birthday cake for 18th birthday. i have already came to the conclusion that i am going to use a 12 in cake for the bottom tier, a 9 in cake for the middle tier, and a 6 in cake for the top tier. the only problem i have is that im not really sure how many layers of cake i should use for each tier? 
somebody please help...any suggestions????
For tiered cakes we typically use 3 layers in each tier, but if you wanted shorter tiers you could use 2 layers instead.
FYI that cake will probably serve around 75 people.
Two 2" tall layers are typical, but you can use as many as you like that equal 4 inches if you're going for typical, or more layers if you're going for another look... keep in mind that you need a support system for every 4" of cake height.
http://www.wilton.com/cakes/making-cakes/baking-wedding-cake-2-inch-pans.cfm
i do 2 just about 2in cakes cut in half for each tier, so 4 layers cake 3 layers filling
i do 2 just about 2in cakes cut in half for each tier, so 4 layers cake 3 layers filling
Ditto
Interesting responses...we've found that 4" tall tiers tend to look a little skimpy. We still do 2 layers for party cakes but for wedding cakes our tiers are closer to the 5" range.
Mine would probably a little taller than 4in. I torte both layers and have three layers of filling, which adds a little height.
Interesting responses...we've found that 4" tall tiers tend to look a little skimpy. We still do 2 layers for party cakes but for wedding cakes our tiers are closer to the 5" range.
Once my cakes are torted and filled each tier is almost 5" as well.
Mine would probably a little taller than 4in. I torte both layers and have three layers of filling, which adds a little height.
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