Need a custom cake in Tri-Cities? If you can dream it, these local bakers can make it
In the past several years, the culture around cake has grown in unexpected ways. On social media, numerous trends, memes and pranks revolve around cake.
One joke that took the Internet by storm for a few months in 2020 was “Is it cake?” videos in which an object is shown that looks seemingly normal, until it’s cut into, revealing it is actually a cake. Hyper-realistic cakes became common on people’s timelines for a while.
Since then, Netflix has released a game show based on these memes, “Is It Cake?.” Season Two is scheduled for release by July 2023.
But can local bakers also make such realistic treats?
Turns out, multiple businesses in the Tri-Cities area offer delicacies that look like real objects at first glance. They can also decorate things without camouflaging them, of course. If you find yourself in need of a custom cake, no matter the circumstances, check out these local options.
Tri-Cities custom cake artists
Social-media based cake decorator Megan Benedict, aka @cakewand on Instagram, designs buttercream cakes in wild designs. Use Instagram direct messaging to request a design, and Benedict will send you a price quote. Cakes start at $50, prices depend on the design.
All cakes are made from scratch and start at $6 per serving, or $10 per serving for sculpted cakes. You can find more information on her website or Facebook page.
Delicakes by Angelica offers customized desserts, ready for any special occasion. Cakes range from $95 to $270.
▪ Desserts by Kelly in the Uptown
Decorated cakes start at $55. Stop by the storefront at 1312 Jadwin Ave. next to the Emerald of Siam to see the rotating special dessert options.
Located in The Parkway in Richland, Frost Me Sweet Bakery and Bistro has been featured on Holiday Wars, the Christmas Cookie Challenge and Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Specialty cakes range from $35 to $75, and quotes are available for custom cake requests.
“We believe that desserts should be as beautiful as they are delicious.” This is the basis of Layered Cake Artistry’s philosophy, as stated on their website. Their cakes range in price from $45 and $135.
Based in Richland, Scrumptious Sins offers decorated cakes, cake pops and cupcakes for any occasion.
Simply Sweetz is a home-based bakery specializing in “edible art” and custom desserts, from cakes to macaroons to cookies. Custom orders are booked through June.
“Cake is my happy place,” reads the TC Cake Art homepage. All desserts are made from scratch and customized. Starting prices range from $35 to $95, which the final price depending on the design. Get a quote here.
Owned by a Tri-Cities native, Melissa Nissen, tsp BakeShop specializes in French Patisserie classics, but is up for any challenge, according to the shop website. Custom cakes and cookies are not only allowed, but encouraged.
