Cupcakes vs Classic Celebration Cakes

A cupcakes is a small cake designed to serve one person. It is frequently baked in a small & pretty paper cup. It is very common to have frosting, fondant or confectionery sugar decoration on the cupcakes to make it looks good. Cupcake is pretty trendy in the states. It is just like the Nyonya kuih in Malaysia.

When I need to to choose what cake to bake for the suitable occasion, it is always between the little cupcakes vs. classic celebration cakes.

The good things about choosing a cupcakes are:
- it is handy because you do not need to slice the cakes especially it is a big party.
- it is less messy because the cupcakes is already served in the paper cup, we do not need to wash more plates. Just pick up a cupcakes & bite it.
- if it is a party, there is a few flavor of cupcakes for the guests to choose according to his/ her liking.
- it is great for party where there are kids around.
- it is very easy for guest to 'ta pau" the cake if there is any extra.
- it is very suitable as a gift specially for kids birthday parties. Well, instead of bringing wine for an adult parties, a classic cupcakes could be a delightful surprise.

Likewise, the good things about a classic celebration cakes are:
- it looks more formal especially there is a cake cutting ceremony
- it looks more classy to present the whole cake eg. 3 tier wedding cakes
- of course is it very nostalgic eg, the brandy fruit cake for Christmas
- Some cakes are normally served as a whole cake especially cheese cakes, mousse cakes etc
- This is more suitable for family events or a gathering with a few good friends

Finally, as long as the cake is good, a cupcakes or classic cakes, just eat it & enjoy with a cup of coffee/tea.