Online Store Ordering Info
Our Online Store features ready to bake designs with limited customization options
In our online store you will find our Signature Cakes, Pre-Designed Theme Cakes, and other Ready to Bake designs that offer limited customization options. Just select the cake, your options and order for pickup or delivery in 3 business days or later.
All orders require a 3 business day lead time.
Cakes available in our online store can only be customized with the options provided. For fully custom cakes please use our contact form here: https://www.raleighcakes.com/contact/
Products are not available for same day pickup as all cakes are made to order for you and require prep, baking, decorating and finishing time.
For more details on pickup and delivery see https://www.raleighcakes.com/collection/
For any questions or issues with your online order, please contact info@raleighcakes.com
“I’m trying to place an online order but my date is unavailable?”
This means we are sold out for that day or otherwise closed/unavailable (on holidays, for example). If a previous day is available, you can place an order as our cakes stay fresh in the fridge for a couple of days.
Custom Cake Ordering Info
Every custom cake we make is a one-of-a-kind piece of edible art. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, wedding, or unforgettable event, our cakes are made to order using the highest quality ingredients and hand-crafted designs.
Because each design is fully custom, final pricing varies based on size, complexity, and decoration. However, we provide starting prices below to help guide your planning and ensure transparency from the start.
Do you have a storefront/bakery we can visit?
Not at this time. All cakes and desserts are custom made-to-order in our commercial kitchen near downtown Raleigh. We offer consultations over the phone, email, text, in person at our kitchen (in our meeting space), or wherever is convenient for you.
Do you have a flavor menu?
Yes! While we are happy to work with you on achieving your desired flavor combos, we have standard flavor offerings as well as premium flavors and pairings we highly recommend.
What Affects Your Custom Cake Price?
- Size (serving count)
- Design complexity and sculpting
- Style of finish (buttercream vs. fondant)
- Sugar flowers, edible figurines, hand-painting, etc.
- Delivery/setup location and timing
We specialize in highly detailed sculpted cakes, realistic edible art, and luxurious wedding designs and everything in between. We focus on not just presentation, but flavor. We have but one rule: Every cake we bake must taste as good as it looks, or better. This dedication require extensive time and craftsmanship and so the cakes are priced accordingly.
Custom Base Pricing Guide
All prices listed are starting prices and reflect basic decoration with a buttercream finish. Complex themes, fondant work, and decorative elements will increase the final cost.
Custom Celebration & Tiered Cakes
| Cake Size / Tier | Approx. Servings | Base Price (Starting At) |
|---|
| 6″ round (single tier) | ~12 servings | $100 |
| 8″ round (single tier) | ~24 servings | $130 |
| 10″ round (single tier) | ~38 servings | $175 |
| 2-tier (6″ + 8″) | ~30 servings | $200 |
| 3-tier (6″ + 9″ + 12″ not for wedding) | ~75 servings | $325 |
| 4-tier (custom stacked sizes) | 100+ servings | $500 |
Note: Fondant finish adds +$1–$2.50 per serving. Sugar flowers, figurines, and hand-painted elements are quoted separately and based on detail/complexity.
Custom Wedding Cakes
Our wedding cakes are designed in consultation with you and often include custom elements like textured finishes, florals, monograms, or themes.
| Wedding Cake Type | Base Price Per Serving (Starting At) |
|---|
| Buttercream finish (classic/elegant) | $6.50 per serving |
| Fondant finish (luxury/detailed) | $8 per serving |
| Hand-piped or painted details | Quoted upon consultation |
| Groom’s cake (add-on) | $250 minimum |
Minimum wedding order:
We are happy to bake for weddings of any size without a minimum. However, tasting box credits are applicable only to wedding orders valued over $250.
A 50% deposit is required to reserve your date.
Custom Sculpted & 3D Cakes
For hyper-realistic, carved, or themed cakes (animals, food replicas, vehicles, etc.)
| Sculpted Cake Style | Base Price (Starting At) |
|---|
| Small sculpted cake | $225 minimum |
| Medium 3D cake (~30 servings) | $300–$400+ |
| Large centerpiece cake | $10+ per serving |
Note: These cakes require extensive hours of work and are priced for both labor and structural support. Serving size may not reflect carving waste.
Add-Ons & Extras
- Custom Cupcakes – Quoted upon request
- Dessert Table Additions: Cake pops, mini cakes, cookies – Quoted upon request
- Gluten-free options – Quoted upon request (availability limited)
How far in advance should I place my order?
We recommend booking at least 1-2 weeks in advance.
Because all cakes are made to order, we have a limited capacity every week depending on the orders we received as each cake can vary significantly in time/resources needed. One cake may take a few hours, another can take 20! It is not uncommon for us to be completely booked a week to two weeks in advance depending on the season.
We also work on a first-to-book policy!
Because we receive so many inquiries, and not everyone books, we only secure dates once an order is confirmed and a deposit paid.
Wedding cakes and large event orders may require 2-3 weeks or more, especially during peak seasons.
We always try to accommodate last-minute orders based on availability, so feel free to ask!
Can I get a quote before I book?
Yes! To provide an accurate quote, we’ll need details like the event date, guest count, design inspiration, and preferred flavors. Use our Inquiry Form to get started.
Important Booking Disclaimer:
Any estimates provided are not a reservation, if you would like to proceed we need confirmation and will provide an invoice requesting a 50% deposit to secure the booking.
How do I book?
First you you’ll use our Inquiry form to discuss your request, check availability, share your design details, etc. We will let you know if we have availability and provide you an estimate.
If you wish to proceed, you’ll let us know and we will send an invoice requesting a 50% deposit to secure the booking which can be paid online. Once received, your booking is confirmed and we’ll look forward to baking your amazing cake or dessert for you for the requested date!
Do you offer tastings?
For Wedding customers only.
We offer Wedding Tasting Boxes for $25, which is credited toward your final wedding cake order* once confirmed.
Each tasting box includes three flavors of your choice, prepared as scratch-made just for you elegant gourmet cupcakes to enjoy at your leisure.
Our full flavor menu: Raleigh Cakes Flavor Menu (PDF)
Please note:
Lead Time for Tasting Boxes: 1–2 weeks (everything is made from scratch for the freshest taste, just for you! No stale leftovers here!)
Pickup Option (No delivery)
To order a Tasting Box simply fill out our Contact Form and let us know the flavors you want to try and your desired pickup location , and we will put together an order invoice for you and email it with the date they will be ready. Yes, it’s just that simple!
*Max 1 tasting box credit per wedding order. Only applicable on wedding cake orders of $275 or more.
Can I show you a photo for inspiration?
Absolutely! We welcome reference photos to help guide your design. While we don’t copy other bakers’ work exactly, we’ll create a unique version just for you.
Where are you located? Do you deliver?
Raleigh Cakes is a licensed and insured commercial cake studio based in Wake Forest consisting of some of most skilled cake artists available to the Triangle area. We don’t operate a retail storefront, as every cake we make is custom, scratch-made, and created just for you. Our approach allows us to focus entirely on our clients’ experience and on crafting some of Raleigh’s most elegant, whimsical, and wildly creative cakes, always with flavor first. Our passion, dedication and reliability consistently earns us 5 star reviews that budget-friendly home baker’s simply can’t match.
Pickup and Delivery is available Monday through Saturday. We do not offer either option for Sunday and our cakes stay fresh in the fridge for a couple of days, so you are safe to pickup a day or two before your event.
Free, No Appointment Pickup:
We offer free pickup Monday through Saturday in North Raleigh between 11:30am and 9pm at a pickup partner location.
Delivery inside and outside of Raleigh:
We offer standard and express delivery options based on travel time.
Please see https://www.raleighcakes.com/collection/ for more details on our Pickup and Delivery options.
Do you make cakes for allergies or dietary restrictions?
We offer many gluten-free and nut-free options, but please note our kitchen is not allergen-free.
How do I place an order?
Start by filling out our Contact Form. We’ll follow up to confirm availability, finalize design details, and send a quote.
What is your payment policy?
For online store orders: Full payment is required
For Custom Cakes: Event date over 7 days away a
50% Deposit is required to secure the order. Event Dates within 7 days, full payment is required.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require deposits to confirm all custom cake and event orders. Your deposit serves several purposes:
– It secures your event date and reserves production time, which often requires declining other orders.
– It covers advance preparation, including design planning, ordering specialized materials, and sourcing perishable ingredients specific to your request.
– It helps ensure fair compensation for time and resources committed in advance of your event.
Celebration, Themed, Sculpted, 3D, and Realistic Cakes:
If you cancel with 7 business days or more notice before the event date (excluding rush orders), your deposit will be refunded less the cost of any special ordered materials denoted on your invoice that Raleigh Cakes procures on your behalf, including but not limited to special order cake or cupcake toppers, toys or action figures for decorations, or any other form of specialty decorations.
Deposit are non-refundable with less than 7 days notice requesting a cancellation. Requests must be received via email at: info@raleighcakes.com
Rush orders, which are orders scheduled to be fulfilled 3 days or less of booking, require immediate allocation of materials and production time. Rush orders require full payment up front and are non-refundable.
Please note: Reserving your date means we may need to decline other clients for the same time period. These policies help cover the costs of materials, preparation time, and potential lost opportunities when an order is canceled. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Do you offer other desserts besides cakes?
We offer macarons, cupcakes, cake pops, cookies, cheesecakes, parfaits and more as add-ons to go along with our cakes, or for event catering. Let us know your dessert table needs and we’ll build a package that fits your event. *We do not presently offer these items for sale as stand alone orders, they are only available as add-ons for cake orders or for catered events with a minimum order quantity.
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