A4 Cake Edible Wafer Image/Image Set - CUSTOM

A custom A4 edible wafer image offers a lighter alternative to icing sheet, with a delicate, crisp texture that works beautifully on buttercream, ganache, and naked-style cakes. Send us your photo, design, or logo and our team will print it onto food-safe wafer paper (also known as rice paper), ready to apply to your cake. Wafer images produce a naturally textured, almost translucent finish that many decorators prefer for a more organic, artisan look.

Key Details

• Size: A4 — approximately 19 cm × 27 cm
• Material: Food-grade wafer paper (rice paper), printed with food-safe edible ink
• Finish: Slightly textured, thin, and light — more delicate than icing sheet
• How to apply: Lightly brush the cake surface with a thin layer of clear piping gel or water, then lay the wafer image on top and smooth gently. Apply as close to serving time as possible, as wafer paper absorbs moisture over time
• Ordering your custom image: After purchase, email your artwork to shop@bakingpleasures.com.au with your order number. JPEG or PNG at 300 DPI or higher is recommended
• Turnaround: Allow 5–7 business days before your event

Best For

• Buttercream cakes where a softer, more natural finish is preferred
• Naked and semi-naked style cakes
• Vintage and watercolour-effect cake designs
• Decorators who prefer the lighter texture and taste of wafer paper over icing sheet

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a wafer image and an icing image?

An icing image (frosting sheet) is printed on a soft, white sugar-based sheet and has a mild vanilla flavour — it blends seamlessly into fondant-covered cakes. A wafer image is printed on thin rice paper, which is slightly crispier, lighter in weight, and more translucent. Wafer paper works especially well on buttercream cakes and produces a more textured, artisan finish.

How far in advance should I order my custom edible wafer image?

Allow at least 5–7 business days before your event for printing and postage. Because wafer paper is sensitive to humidity, store your printed image flat in a sealed bag until you are ready to use it, and apply to the cake as close to serving time as possible for the best result.

Compare with our custom edible images on icing sheet if you prefer a softer finish. For pre-printed themed wafer decorations, visit our edible toppers. Explore our complete cake decorating supplies for everything else you need.