As with every other area of your party, you want to ensure you are keeping the guest of honor in the loop with cake suggestions. Octogenarians sometimes have dietary needs that have to be considered. Sometimes they are very particular with flavors. Whatever their needs, you want to be sure the birthday boy enjoys every aspect of his party, especially the cake! Whether you are catering to a sugar-free, gluten free or vegan diet, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite 80th birthday cake ideas.
1. Gluten Free Cakes
For those of you taking a gluten intolerance into consideration, fear not! There are a lot more gluten-free options available these days than ever. Like this Gluten-Free Funfetti Cake (nothing says birthdays like funfetti). Top it off with a nice buttercream frosting and lots of sprinkles to make the birthday boy feel like a kid again. If he’s more of a chocolate cake fan, try this cake complete with fresh fruit and coconut whip for a delicious alternative. If, however, baking time just isn’t in your agenda, order from a wide variety of custom cakes here.
2. Vegan Cakes
Whether it’s for dietary or ethical reasons, veganism has exponentially grown in popularity in recent years. Thankfully, due to this popularity growth, there are now plenty of delicious and healthy vegan baking options to choose from. Like this beautiful vanilla cake or this delectable chocolate cake. Or browse through the vegan cake and cupcake offerings available for delivery here.
3. Sugar Free Cakes
For a sugar free cake try this recipe which also comes with instructions on how to make your own sugar free sprinkles! Or this sugar free chocolate cake. However, if ain’t nobody got time for that, order one of these delicious alternatives
4. Cupcakes as 80th birthday cake idea
Cupcakes are a favourite go to in lieu of an actual cake. Making cupcakes allows more room for variety. You can opt for some traditional birthday cake cupcakes, add in some of the chocolate variety and maybe complete the offering with some yummy carrot cake cupcakes. With cupcakes, you can have a little something for everyone!
While there may be a variety of different dietary needs and personal preferences amongst your guests, the birthday boy should be your first priority. Whether it’s a gluten, dairy or sugar sensitivity, we have given you a variety of yummy 80th birthday cake ideas. Now for the fun part…start baking!
