How to Choose a Heart Ribbon Cake for a Baby Shower
By Tre Mari Bakery | Published: 2026-10-24
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to pick the perfect heart ribbon cake for your baby shower. This guide covers flavor, size, and gender reveal options to help you decide.
Quick answer
For a memorable baby shower, choose a heart ribbon cake that combines a soft vanilla sponge with a colored vanilla custard filling to reveal your baby's gender. The Tre Mari Bakery's "It's a... Heart Ribbon Cake" is a top pick because it delivers this surprise in a heart-shaped design.
Why the flavor matters
The heart ribbon cake is available only in vanilla flavor, which is a crowd-pleaser for most guests. However, if you or your guests prefer chocolate, fruit, or other flavors, this cake may not satisfy those tastes. The vanilla sponge and custard are light and sweet, making it a safe choice for a mixed group.
Size and serving considerations
The cake comes in different size options, so consider how many guests you expect. A smaller cake works for an intimate gathering, while a larger one feeds a bigger crowd. Check the available sizes when ordering to ensure you have enough for everyone.
Gender reveal customization
The highlight of this cake is the colored vanilla custard inside that reveals your baby's gender. You choose "Boy" or "Girl" when ordering, and the bakery colors the custard accordingly. This makes the cake both a dessert and a centerpiece for the big moment.
How to choose your heart ribbon cake
- Confirm the flavor preference: This cake is vanilla only. If your guests expect chocolate or fruit flavors, consider a different cake or supplement with other desserts.
- Select the right size: Choose a size based on your guest count. The cake serves a specific number of slices per size option available at checkout. Order at least one size up if you want leftovers or a larger reveal slice.
- Submit the gender result: During ordering, use the dropdown to choose Boy or Girl. The bakery will color the custard accordingly. Double-check your selection before placing the order.
Product facts
- It's a... Heart Ribbon Cake: This heart shaped cake is made with soft vanilla sponge and two layers of coloured vanilla custard, finished with light whipped cream. The vanilla flavor is universally liked, and the two custard layers ensure a clear, colorful reveal when sliced.
It's a... Heart Ribbon Cake
Is this cake right for you?
Best for
- Baby showers where a gender reveal is the main event
- Hosts who want a heart-shaped cake as a romantic or playful centerpiece
- Guests who enjoy light vanilla desserts
Not ideal for
- Those who need chocolate, fruit, or other non-vanilla flavors
- Very large parties where a single heart cake may not serve everyone
- Events where a gender reveal is not desired or appropriate
