The bow has become one of the most searched designs for girls' and women's birthdays, whether people call it a bow cake, a ribbon cake or a pink bow cake. We have one clear design with a sugar-paste bow and flower decoration. Here is what it looks like, its sizes, how many people it serves, the fillings and how much prep time it needs.
What is the bow cake?
The Bow Cake is a round pink cake decorated with a bow made of sugar paste and decorated with flowers. You write on the base, and the writing is required when you order, up to 25 characters.
- Sizes: 6, 8, 10 and 12 inch.
- Filling: cream, Nutella, blueberry, Lotus or pistachio, with a chocolate cake flavour.
- Prep: the order needs 6 hours of preparation before delivery.
How many people does each size serve?
| Size | Serves about |
|---|---|
| 6 inch | 6–8 people |
| 8 inch | 12–16 people |
| 10 inch | 20–24 people |
| 12 inch | 28–32 people |
The 12-inch size must be booked the day before. More in our cake size guide.
Fillings: what to choose?
You choose the filling, and the cake flavour stays chocolate. A quick summary:
- Cream: light and suits everyone.
- Nutella: for chocolate and hazelnut lovers.
- Blueberry: a fresh blueberry taste.
- Lotus: for biscuit-caramel fans.
- Pistachio: for a more special filling.
If you can't decide, order two small cakes with two fillings and compare. Our cake fillings guide compares all five.
How to pick size and filling together
Size follows the guest count: 6 inch for a small get-together, 8 inch for a family of 12 to 16, and 10 or 12 inch for bigger gatherings. Filling follows the taste of most guests: cream is a calm choice that pleases everyone, Nutella and Lotus suit those who like rich desserts, and blueberry suits anyone who wants something fresh. With mixed ages, choose cream and add a second filling in a small cake.
Which occasions suit the bow?
- A girl's or woman's birthday: a soft design that suits pink colours.
- Welcoming a baby girl: a pink bow with a welcome line. See our newborn baby cakes.
- An engagement or anniversary: an elegant cake with two names written on it.
- A gift for a friend: a tidy design that photographs easily.
Why is the bow popular?
The bow makes the cake look like a gift, as if wrapped in a ribbon. That is why it suits occasions with giving, such as birthdays, a new baby and anniversaries. Its soft design combines the bow and flowers, so it fits photo-heavy occasions.
Designs close to it
If you like the bow and want other options with the same feel:
- The Flowers and Butterflies Cake in 5 to 12 inch, with a colour choice: milky, light brown or sky blue.
- The Crown Cake with shiny pearls and a crown, in 6 inch.
- The Heart Cake in a heart shape with pearls, in white or red.
For pink colours see pink cake, and for butterflies see butterfly cake ideas.
Styling the cake on the table
A pink cake looks good on a table in calm colours: white, beige and gold. Add candles and balloons from our party extras, and don't cover the bow so it stays the star of the photo. Photograph it before cutting, with a close shot of the bow and flowers.
What to write on the cake
Writing is on the base, up to 25 characters:
- The birthday girl's name and age
- "Happy birthday to you"
- "Little princess of the house"
- "Congratulations on the baby girl"
More in what to write on a cake.
How to book early
Since the cake needs 6 hours of preparation, book well before the occasion, and we advise ordering a day ahead for an important event. Choose a delivery slot from the three: 9am–2pm, 2pm–7pm or 7pm–midnight. Outside Riyadh, Dammam, Khobar and Qatif, the morning slot must be booked by 11pm the day before.
Ordering and delivery
We deliver to 10 cities: Riyadh, Jeddah, Makkah, Madinah, Dammam, Khobar, Qatif, Al-Ahsa, Buraydah and Unaizah. Delivery is 29 SAR, free for orders from 300 SAR. Availability varies by city. For another shape, build your own in Design your cake.
Frequently asked questions
How much prep time does the bow cake need?
6 hours of preparation before delivery.
How many people does an 8-inch bow cake serve?
12 to 16 people.
Which fillings are available?
Cream, Nutella, blueberry, Lotus and pistachio, with a chocolate cake flavour.
Can I write a name on it?
Yes, on the base, up to 25 characters.
Is the 12-inch size available the same day?
No, 12 inch must be booked the day before.
Order your cake from our birthday cakes, and choose the size, filling and delivery slot.
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