Delicious Desserts to Serve at Your Wedding That Aren't Cake

Luckily, couples can get creative and have fun with their wedding dessert selection without breaking the bank. It's as simple as ordering your favorite treats from your local bakery or putting together a candy "bar" featuring all of your favorite goodies. Exotic spices and a wide selection of flavors are trending, so make sure you personalize your wedding dessert with your favorite flavors!

Keep in mind: the more desserts you serve at your wedding, the smaller the portions should be, so your guests are able to sample without feeling guilty about eating dessert (or getting too full!). And since desserts are served towards the end of the night when dancing and mingling is in full swing, consider offering them in a portable, easy-to-eat fashion; for example, sweets on sticks or in single-serving cups, so guests don't have to sit down and eat with a fork.

Even if you will be serving wedding cake at your reception, we're seeing many couples embrace the idea of also offering creative "extra" desserts to satisfy everyone's taste buds. You really can never serve too many desserts at your wedding! Discover how to design a beautiful, enticing dessert table, and be inspired by the sweet dessert ideas that aren't cake below:

1. Ice Cream Cones

Help guests cool off with refreshing ice cream cones featuring your favorite flavors! Serve them as small as possible to avoid any mess. Photo by Carasco Photography; From Real Wedding: Bride Wears Custom Ines Di Santo Gown at Glamorous Chicago Wedding

2. Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

For a romantic sweet treat, offer chocolate-dipped strawberries to your guests! You can even have them dipped in gold or a color of your choice to fit your theme. Photo by Elizabeth Messina; From Real Wedding: Spring Garden Wedding in Montecito, California

3. Ice Cream Sandwiches

Sandwiches made from cookies and ice cream are two desserts in one! Photo by Carasco Photography; From Real Wedding: Personalized Fairy-Tale Wedding with Fun Entertainment in Chicago

4. Berry Tarts

Tantalizing fruit tarts are dainty and fresh – perfect for guests who aren't fans of chocolate! Photo by Marc Royce Photography; From Real Wedding: Mötley Crüe Member Nikki Sixx's Marie Antoinette-Inspired Wedding

5. Blended Mochas

Energize and refresh the crowd with a delicious bit of caffeine served in a chilled shot glass and topped with whipped cream! Photo by KingenSmith; From Real Wedding: Chicago Private Club Wedding with Whimsical Details

6. Chocolate Mousse and Cheesecake

Gorgeous layered mousse and slices of cheesecake are simply irresistible. Photo by Yogi Patel - Global Photography; From Real Wedding: Indian Wedding with Vibrant Colors and Gorgeous Red Roses

7. Cookies and Milk

You can't serve chocolate chip cookies without shooters of ice-cold milk! Photo by David Manning Photographer; Planning & Design by Tessa Lyn Events; From Real Wedding: Interfaith Ceremony + Tented Reception with Romantic Color Palette

8. Tres Leches Shots

This Mexican treat is full of sweet, caramel flavor. Photo by Paul Barnett Photography; From Real Wedding: Oceanfront Ceremony + Sunset Reception in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

9. Pie Pops

Kids and adults alike will love snacking on pies-on-a-stick! These cuties are filled with chocolate ganache that everyone will love. Photo by Michael Segal Photography; From Real Wedding: Rustic-Elegant Wedding in Ojai Valley, California

10. French Pastries

Set a luxurious tone with a selection of rich French desserts, like these tarts topped with profiteroles, fresh berries, and cream. Photo by Marc Royce Photography; From Real Wedding: Mötley Crüe Member Nikki Sixx's Marie Antoinette-Inspired Wedding

11. Caramel Apples

You can even dress caramel apples in tuxedos for a festive, sweet snack. Photo by Julia Elinecka Photography; From Real Wedding: Orthodox Christian Ceremony + Intimate Celebration in Ukraine

12. Pecan Pies

Southern brides may find themselves torn between cake and pecan pie. Satisfy your craving with bite-size pies! Photo by Vue Photography; From Real Wedding: Destination Rustic Fall Wedding at a Farm in North Carolina

13. Milkshake + Cookies

The presentation here is to die for, and the delicious combination of cookies and milkshakes couldn't be sweeter. Photo by KingenSmith; From Real Wedding: Opulent Chicago Wedding with Elaborate Décor & Entertainment

14. Candy Bar

The candy bar trend took off awhile ago and for candy lovers, it is still going strong. Fill glass jars of different sizes with your favorite candies and provide take-home boxes and bags for guests. Photo by Handeland Tesoro Photography; From Real Wedding: Romantic Ocean-View Wedding in Santa Barbara, California

For more wedding dessert ideas, discover how to serve donuts at your wedding, gather ideas on serving pie at your wedding, and see cake ideas for popular wedding themes!

Opening photo by Koman Photography; Planning & Design by Tessa Lyn Events; From Real Wedding: An Outdoor Wedding with a Tropical + Garden Design in Beverly Hills