There’s nothing like a delicious piece of cake. Since ancient times, people have delighted in creating — and eating — all kinds of cakes. These tasty treats transform a regular day and make it extraordinary. Check out these festive, fun and elegant offerings from five local bakers and indulge your sweet tooth.
1. Epic Occasion.
Honor life’s milestones with an unforgettable treat. Made to serve 70 people, this Sweet 16 cake features three tiers of scrumptious white cake covered in luscious, impeccably smooth buttercream. A cascade of artificial flowers makes an elegant decoration. Gather your friends and family together to share in a delicious celebration. Three Tier Cake, starting at $375, Marisol’s Bakery, 2903 Pricetown Rd., Temple, 484.709.2388. marisolsbakery.com
2. Gluten-free Goodness.
Celebrate with a slice of gluten-free chocolate cake topped with vanilla buttercream icing. Made from rice flour, this chocolate-lover’s paradise is garnished with gluten-free fudge brownie crumbs and a delectable chocolate drizzle. Additional vanilla buttercream décor enhances the look and the deliciousness. Custom 6” round Gluten-Free Cake, $40, Molly’s Corner Café & Bakery, Boscov’s Fairgrounds Farmers Market, 2934 N. 5th Street Hwy., Reading, 610.929.2806. mollyscorner.com
3. Smashing Success.
Make your little one’s first birthday extra special. Baked by Suzy Beltz, this smash cake is made with top quality, locally sourced ingredients and no artificial flavors or colors. Take plenty of photos while your baby dives, digs and smashes. Witness your child’s delight with each taste of birthday cake. Smash Cake, $35, Fresh Cake by Suzy, Wyomissing, 610.704.9734. freshcakebysuzy@gmail. com, IG @freshcakebysuzy
4. Sporty Slice.
Go for a game day dessert. This stadium cake can be customized with your two favorite teams. Choose from chocolate or vanilla cake, dusted with powdered sugar and a medley of M&M fans. Enjoy a slice sans icing, or top your piece with the perfect amount of sweet icing turf. Stadium Cake, $35, Malizzi Cakes, 1203 Old Swede Rd., Douglassville, 610.689.8034. malizzicakes.com
5. Champion Taste.
Enjoy a personal-sized treat crafted by Ady Abreu Miriello, winner of Food Network’s Cupcake Wars. Savor your favorite fall fruit in cake. This apple cupcake is topped with vanilla bean buttercream icing and filled with fresh apples. A crumb garnish and miniature pie make this delicious dessert even more festive. Apple Pie Cupcake, $3.50 each, one dozen: $38, Ady Cakes, 631 Penn Avenue, West Reading, 610.898.4064. adycakes.com
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