20+ Creative and Quirky Groom Cakes

Why shouldn't his cake be just as involved? A Southern tradition, groom's cakes can be just as elaborate as the wedding cake. The main departure from a traditional wedding cake is that the design is typically more whimsical, and many reflect the groom's personality or hobbies. From Lord of the Rings to food themes, this roundup includes a variety of themes; we bet you'll find something for your guy that's full of personality.

Bag End
Gage Blake Photography

Bag End

This Bag End cake would be the perfect treat for a Lord of the Rings-obsessed groom.

Whiskey and Doughnuts
Instagram | mikeg_btr

Whiskey and Doughnuts

We have a feeling this "cake" was a real crowd-pleaser.

Pac-Man Layer Cake
Instagram | lailarose_weddings

Pac-Man Layer Cake

We've seen a few Pac-Man cakes before, but this one is the right mix of simple and sweet.

A Fisherman's Dream
Instagram | rhiannon1060

A Fisherman's Dream

If his ideal Saturday is spent fishing, consider a cake like this one.

Cubs Cake

Cubs Cake

Mascot cakes have the potential to be kitschy, but the vintage feel of this one makes it wedding appropriate.

A Cyclist's Dream
Instagram | sweettoothkyle

A Cyclist's Dream

Handles take center stage when it comes to this creative bike cake.

LSU Love
Cassie Jones Photogrpahy

LSU Love

This isn't your traditional bride and groom topper, but then again, bride and groom toppers aren't a traditional component of groom cakes.

The Hunt Is Over
Instagram | peacocksstopbakery

The Hunt Is Over

We love a good pun, and this one is perfect for the guy who hunts as a hobby.

Chuck Taylors
Instagram | cakegoodness

Chuck Taylors

This is one shoe cake we can get behind.

NES
Instagram | msbridalshowandexpo

NES

Keep it old school with this throwback NES cake.

Pizza
Instagram | southernwedding

Pizza

This hyperrealistic pizza cake even comes in a box.

Meet Me in St. Louis
Flickr user sweetfacecakes

Meet Me in St. Louis

This lucky groom got a completely edible cake inspired by his love of all things St. Louis.

Kiss the Frog

Kiss the Frog

Is it just us, or does this cake predict a fairy-tale ending?

Super Mario Man
Flickr user HeroicLife

Super Mario Man

The fun groom's cake beside a wedding cake is a quirky touch without sacrificing the traditional white cake.

Trail Treat
Instagram | cakesby_staileen

Trail Treat

From the squirrels to the rocks to the furry companion, there are so many details on this hiking-themed cake.

A Cook's Cake
Flickr user A Sweet Success (Laura)

A Cook's Cake

What better way for a meat-lover to celebrate his wedding than with a steak cake?

Call of Duty
Instagram | saraajo_xoxo

Call of Duty

If he's borderline-addicted to Call of Duty, this is the cake for him.

Lego Man
Instagram | kayeveve

Lego Man

Embrace his inner child with a Lego cake.

Polo Cake
Instagram | cintiasuniqueevents

Polo Cake

Part ombré cake, part nod to his uniform of choice, this polo cake is an unexpected fusion of themes.

Beehive
Instagram | towncrierbakery

Beehive

We're sweet on this beehive cake.

At-At Walker
Instagram | citysweetsnyc

At-At Walker

Many a groom would be floored by this realistic Star Wars-themed cake.