Bride Spends the Morning of Her Wedding Day Frosting the Cake She Made From Scratch Just 1 Day Before (Exclusive)

Bride Takes Matters Into Her Own Hands: Bakes Her Own Wedding Cake Day Before the Ceremony

By Jordan Greene

When Margaret Meece envisioned her wedding day, she knew it had to include a special touch – a homemade wedding cake. Baking has always been a cherished tradition in her family, with her grandma’s Waldorf Astoria Red Velvet Cake recipe holding a special place in her heart. Wanting to incorporate this family favourite into her big day, Margaret set out to create her own wedding cake, filled with love and nostalgia.

The beloved recipe, known for its ermine-style frosting made from a flour-and-milk roux, was a staple at family gatherings for birthdays and holidays. “Being able to use my grandma’s treasured recipe for my wedding cake felt like a beautiful way to have a piece of her with us on our special day,” Margaret, 26, shared exclusively with PEOPLE.

Margaret tied the knot in an intimate backyard ceremony, followed by a laid-back family celebration. Opting for a low-key affair, she decided to spend the morning of her wedding baking and frosting the cake herself – a decision that was met with support and not much surprise from her loved ones. While offers for help came in from friends and family, Margaret took on the task solo, aligning perfectly with her type B personality.

In preparation for the occasion, Margaret elevated the traditional two-layer nine-inch cake by adding two smaller tiers. This ensured there was plenty of cake to go around, allowing the sweet taste of family history to be shared with all the guests present on the special day.

However, the baking process did not go entirely smoothly. Margaret encountered a hiccup with the frosting, which solidified in the fridge overnight. Despite attempts to salvage it the next morning, the frosting ended up separating. But this minor flaw did not dampen the joy of the occasion. Margaret shared, “It still tasted the same, and all the cake was devoured as soon as we cut into it that night. Guests raved about how delicious it was all evening.”

Reflecting on the experience, Margaret expressed her recommendation for others considering making their own wedding cake: “If you have experience making successful cakes, I would absolutely recommend it. Having a wedding cake with so much sentimental value was one of the highlights of the night for me.”

The heartwarming moment of Margaret frosting her own wedding cake in her childhood kitchen was captured by her cousin, Emily Merrick, and shared on TikTok. The video unexpectedly went viral, garnering over 12 million views and thousands of comments. Margaret was taken aback by the unexpected attention but embraced the experience with grace and humour.

In conclusion, Margaret’s decision to bake her own wedding cake added a unique and personal touch to her special day. It was a celebration of family traditions, shared memories, and the joy of creating something with love and dedication. The viral success of the TikTok video encapsulated the charm and authenticity of Margaret’s wedding, turning a simple act of baking into a heartwarming and widely appreciated moment.

The story of Margaret Meece’s homemade wedding cake serves as a reminder of the beauty in personal touches and the significance of embracing family traditions on life’s most memorable occasions.