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Bespoke Graduation Cakes & Cupcakes
Celebrate years of hard work, late nights, and remarkable achievements with a custom centrepiece made just for them. Handcrafted fresh in Nottingham and personalised down to every detail.
Graduation is one of those major milestones that deserves to be marked properly. At Rotari Bakes, we believe the cake should be as memorable as the achievement itself. Based in Nottingham, we create fully bespoke graduation cakes and cupcakes for university leavers, sixth-form finishers, and graduates of all disciplines — personalised with names, university colours, and details that make it unmistakably theirs.
Signature Creations
Graduation Cake Design Ideas
Discover our most-loved styles — each entirely customisable to match the graduate's degree, university colours, and personal aesthetic.
The Classic Cap & Scroll
Timeless and instantly recognisable. A smooth buttercream or fondant cake crowned with a handcrafted mortarboard and diploma scroll — personalised with the graduate's name and graduation year.
- Hand-piped gold lettering & details
- Customisable cap and scroll accents
- Clean, modern, and elegant presentation
The Book Stack
A showstopper design that tells the graduate's academic story. Each tier is sculpted to look like a stack of classic textbooks — spines decorated with their studied subject, year, or university name.
- Sculpted fondant spines & detailed pages
- Custom subject and degree title lettering
- Topped with a mortarboard cap and botanical eucalyptus accents
Tailored Styles
University Colours & Floral Touch
Whether showing university pride or opting for a soft, feminine aesthetic, we adapt colours and florals seamlessly.
University Pride 
University Colour Themes
Show university pride with a cake built around your specific palette. From Nottingham's green and gold to deep purples, blues, or reds — matched precisely across buttercream, ribbons, and toppers.
Playful & Personal 
Custom Graphic & Photo Cakes
Fun and personal designs featuring edible printed illustrations, vibrant colour borders, and customised messages for a contemporary celebration.
Feminine & Floral Graduation Cakes
For graduates who prefer a softer, elegant look, our floral designs combine fresh roses or handmade sugar blooms with delicate piping and personalised messaging on the base board.
- Fresh seasonal blooms paired with satin ribbons
- Subtle pastels and personalised base board inscriptions
- Stunning focal piece for home or venue celebrations
Individual Treats
Graduation Cupcake Sets
A brilliant alternative or addition to a main celebration cake. Easy to serve, ideal for gifting, and fully customisable.
Custom Printed Cupcakes
Features custom printed toppers with degree logos, year numbers, and personalised congratulatory messages.
University Palette & Mini Caps
Topped with 3D fondant mortarboards, scrolls, and piping coordinated to your university's official colour palette.
Hosting a graduation party? We create full dessert table packages — combining a centrepiece cake, matching cupcakes, and sweet treats into a unified setup. Get in touch to discuss your party setup.
Order Guide
What to Consider Before You Order
Everything you need to know to ensure your bespoke cake turns out perfectly for the big day.
Size & Servings
A standard 6-inch cake serves approx. 6–10 guests, while an 8-inch cake yields 12–18 portions. Multi-tiered options available for larger gatherings.
Design & Colours
Share university names, colour schemes, or photo inspiration. The more details provided, the more bespoke the finish.
Flavours
Choose from classic vanilla, rich chocolate fudge, lemon drizzle, Biscoff, red velvet, and more — baked fresh to order.
Personalisation
Incorporate the graduate's name, graduation year, degree title, or a custom congratulations message on the board or cake body.
Lead Time
We recommend ordering 7–10 days in advance. For peak graduation season (June–July), book 2–3 weeks early to secure a slot.
Delivery & Collection
Local delivery is available across Nottingham and surrounding areas, or collect directly from our bakery.
Simple Process
How to Order Your Graduation Cake
Four simple steps to secure your date and customised design.
Submit Details
Fill out our quote form with your date, headcount, preferred flavour, and design ideas.
Receive Proposal
We will respond within 1–2 business days with a tailored quote and visual design options.
Confirm & Bake
Confirm your booking with a deposit so our bakery team can schedule your fresh order.
Delivery / Collection
Your cake arrives boxed and ready for celebration — delivered locally or collected from our bakery.
Order a Bespoke Graduation Cake in Nottingham
Every graduate deserves a cake tailored to their hard-earned success. Share your ideas with us and we will create a centrepiece they won't forget.
Rotari Bakes — Bespoke Birthday & Graduation Cakes in Nottingham
www.rotaribakes.co.uk · info@rotaribakes.co.uk
Handcrafted & made to order. Fresh local Nottingham delivery.
