Handmade celebration & wedding cakes in London

Handcrafted with quality and artistry in our West Hampstead bakery for life’s special moments

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We are an artisan cake bakery, specialising in premium handmade buttercream cakes for every occasion, including Wedding cakes, Birthday cakes, Corporate event cakes, and other celebrations.

Baked fresh in West Hampstead

From elegant wedding cakes to adorable Vintage cakes, Children’s cakes and Cupcakes, each cake is thoughtfully designed, and handcrafted to make your celebration truly unforgettable.

Buttercream cakes for every occasion

Collect your cake from our cake store in West Hampstead or enjoy a reliable cake delivery across London. We handle every order with care to ensure your cake arrives beautifully.

Collection or delivery across London

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Little Cherries Vintage Cake
from Β£53.00

This charming vintage cake features delightful hand-drawn little cherries and intricate piping patterns. With its cute, retro appeal, this cake makes a perfect addition to any occasions.

Inside: Three layers of sponge cake, filled with buttercream and any flavour-specific fillings between each layer, in your chosen flavour.

Outside: Finished with vanilla buttercream.

Cake Message: Option to include a custom message during checkout.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

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Romanza
from Β£185.00

Meet Romanza, our show-stopping Vintage Wedding Cake β€” a timeless, vintage-inspired design in a classic all-cream palette, crowned with a lush arrangement of fresh fruits across the top. The sides are finished with delicate, hand-piped ruffle swags for a romantic, couture look, while the vibrant berries topping adds a bright, garden-fresh finish that makes it a true statement piece.

Available as a classic round, single-tier cake, in large to extra-large sizes from 12” to 16” in sponge diameter, perfect when you want one stunning centrepiece that steals the show. The cake shown in the photo is a 16” size.

For an intimate, small wedding, we recommend a minimum 12” cake or bigger. For a larger wedding, choose a minimum 14” cake or bigger for a fuller statement.

Inside: Made with three layers of sponge cake, filled with buttercream and any flavour-specific fillings between each layer, in your chosen flavour.

Outside: Finished with vanilla buttercream in natural cream.

Note: No cake message shall be included for the design purpose.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

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The Lovely Romance
from Β£63.00

Beautiful vintage heart cake decorated with delicate bright red and pink buttercream piping, artfully crafted to create a stunning look. Adorned with Maraschino Cocktail cherries, this delightful creation is elevated further by the addition of charming little red bows carefully piped along the sides. A perfect blend of cuteness and elegance, ideal for any special occasion.

Inside: Three layers of sponge cake, filled with buttercream and any flavour-specific fillings between each layer, in your chosen flavour.

Outside: Finished with vanilla buttercream in the designed colour scheme.

Cake Message: Option to include a custom message during checkout.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

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Pearl
from Β£235.00

Indulge in this beautiful vintage cake with intricate hand-piped patterns in one neutral creamy tone, adorned with cute maraschino cherries and edible pearls. This cake's timeless and elegant style is popular amongst many couples as it could be the centrepiece in various settings. Available in classic round shape and in 2 or 3 tiers.

Inside: Layers of sponge cake, filled with buttercream and any flavour-specific fillings between each layer, in your chosen flavour.

Outside: Finished with vanilla buttercream in natural cream.

Cake message is not included. Messages depicted in images are for reference only. To include a custom message, please add it at checkout.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

Popular classics

Pistachio and Raspberry Cake
from Β£63.00

Our Pistachio and Raspberry Cake is baked to order in our Hampstead bakery using real butter, free-range eggs, and no artificial preservatives, with pickup or delivery available across London. Choose from three sizes: 8" (14–16 portions), 10" (25–28 portions), or 12" (34–38 portions).

Make your celebration extra special with our beautifully balanced cake, bursting with real crushed pistachios and fresh fruity flavour. Filled with smooth raspberry buttercream and fresh raspberries, this cake is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, dinner parties, family gatherings, and other special occasions.

Inside: Made with 3 layers of pistachio sponges, with raspberry buttercream icing and fresh raspberries in between.

Outside: Covered in smooth raspberry buttercream and piping, with pistachio pieces around and fresh raspberries.

Cake Message: Option to include a message during checkout.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and nuts.

How many does a Pistachio and Raspberry Cake serve? Between 14 and 38 portions, depending on the size you choose.

How far in advance should I order? Please order at least 5 working days ahead; call the store to check availability for last-minute orders.

Chocolate Ganache Cake
from Β£53.00

Our Chocolate Ganache Birthday Cake is baked to order in our Hampstead bakery using real butter, free-range eggs, and no artificial preservatives, with pickup or delivery available across London. Choose from four sizes: 7" (10–12 portions), 8" (13–16 portions), 10" (25–28 portions), or 12" (34–38 portions), with the option to add edible gold leaves.

This luxurious chocolate ganache cake is a rich and elegant dessert perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, parties, and special occasions in London. Each cake has 3 indulgent Belgian chocolate sponge layers, filled with smooth chocolate ganache and creamy chocolate buttercream for the ultimate chocolate flavour.

The outside is covered and piped with chocolate ganache. Finished with fresh seasonal fruits, with option to add extra highlight with edible gold leaves, it's a timeless celebration cake for true chocolate lovers.

Fruits: Fruits might vary subject to seasonal availability.

Cake Message: Option to include a message during checkout.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

How many does a Chocolate Ganache Birthday Cake serve? Between 10 and 38 portions, depending on the size you choose.

How far in advance should I order? Please order at least 5 working days ahead; call the store to check availability for last-minute orders.

For a special little one

Dinosaur Tiered Birthday Cake
from Β£165.00

Make your birthday party roar with delight. Our adorable dinosaur cake in 2 tiered cake size is designed to be the ultimate centrepiece, perfect for bigger parties. This delightful creation is decorated with intricate hand-piped buttercream patterns, cute dinosaur toppers, plenty of green leaves and a scatter of sprinkles for an extra fun, cheerful touch.

Inside: Four layers (bottom tier) and three layers (top tier) of sponge cake, filled with buttercream and any flavour-specific fillings between each layer, in your chosen flavour.

Outside: Finished with vanilla buttercream in the designed colour scheme. Note: Toppers are note edible.

Cake Message: Option to include a custom message during checkout.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

Princess Crown Vintage Cake
from Β£75.00

Our Princess Crown Cake is a dreamy, vintage-inspired creation made for little one’s celebrations. This cake is decorated with various playful ruffles, piped bows in a soft pastel colour palette, and topped with a gold crown topper. Perfect for princess-themed birthdays or parties.

Inside: Four layers of sponge cake in tall cake style, filled with buttercream and any flavour-specific fillings between each layer, in your chosen flavour.

Outside: Finished with vanilla buttercream in the designed colour scheme. Note: Gold crown topper and ribbons are non-edible toppers.

Cake Message: Option to include a custom message during checkout.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

Keep it cute & simple

Cherry Kiss Cupcakes (Choose your colour scheme)
from Β£41.00

These soft, pastel cupcakes are a sweet statement piece for any celebration. Topped with glistening maraschino cherries, they bring a charming retro touch and a pop of joy to dessert tables, birthdays, baby showers, or just-because moments. Available in all cream, pastel pink and pastel blue colour scheme.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

Classic Birthday Cupcakes Box
from Β£37.50

Fresh and elegant looking cupcakes decorated with buttercream swirls and fresh seasonal fruits. This is ideal for any events from birthdays to weddings, and perfect as a gift. Minimum order is 12 cupcakes per box.

Cupcake Message: Option to include a short message during checkout.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

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Brigitte
from Β£240.00

Introducing our lovely Vintage Tiered Heart Cake, the perfect centrepiece for weddings or engagements! This all-cream beauty is decorated with adorable red cherries, intricate hand-piped vintage patterns, and delicate edible pearls. Available in 2 or 3 tiers, it’s a elegant and charming addition to any celebration setting.

Inside: Layers of sponge cake, filled with buttercream and any flavour-specific fillings between each layer, in your chosen flavour.

Outside: Finished with vanilla buttercream in natural cream.

Cake Message is not included. Messages depicted in images are for reference only. To include a custom message, please add it at checkout.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

Valentina
from Β£190.00

Meet Valentina, our show-stopping Wedding Cake - a timeless, Lambeth design in a classic all-cream palette, decorated with a generous layer of fresh berries of you choice over the top. The sides are finished with delicate, hand-piped vintage patterns for a romantic, couture look, while soft satin ribbons add a soft, bridal finish. Elegant, refined, and unmistakably celebratory, it is a beautiful centrepiece for any wedding reception.

Available as a classic round, single-tier cake, in large to extra-large sizes ranging from 12” to 16” in sponge diameter, perfect when you want one stunning centrepiece that steals the show. The cake shown in the photo is a 14” cake.

For an intimate, small wedding, we recommend a minimum 12” cake or bigger. For a larger wedding, choose a minimum 14” cake or bigger for a fuller statement.

Inside: Made with three layers of sponge cake, filled with buttercream and any flavour-specific fillings between each layer, in your chosen flavour.

Outside: Finished with vanilla buttercream in natural cream.

Note: No cake message shall be included for the design purpose. Ribbons are not edible.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

Fair & Matt Wedding

β€œ...Looking back, we couldn't be more content with our decision. The cakes blended in perfectly with our wedding theme and added a touch of elegance to our photos. They didn't just serve as delicious treats but also as wonderful, photogenic additions to our wedding.
A heartfelt thank you to Em Cakes for being an integral part of our wedding
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β€” Fair & Matt

For company events 

Corporate Vintage Celebration Cake
from Β£97.00

This beautiful vintage cake is decorated with delicate bright red and pink buttercream piping, creating a charming design that feels both elegant and eye-catching. Finished with Maraschino cocktail cherries and sweet hand-piped red bows along the sides, it makes a memorable centrepiece for workplace celebrations, corporate catering, and company events.

A perfect blend of cuteness and elegance, this cake is ideal for office parties, staff appreciation events, team celebrations, corporate lunches, business catering, client gifting, brand activations, PR events, and company milestones.

This cake is available in round or heart shape.

Cake Message: Option to include a custom message during checkout.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

Corporate Cake With Edible Logo
from Β£93.00

Make your next business event unforgettable with our elegant Rectangular Branded Corporate Cake, one of our most popular corporate cakes in London. Designed with a clean and professional finish, this luxury corporate celebration cake features your custom edible logo or branded image printed onto high-quality edible icing for a sleek and impactful presentation.

Perfect for office parties, product launches, networking events, corporate milestones, staff celebrations, press events, client gifting, and company anniversaries.

Its sheet/ rectangular design makes it ideal for serving teams, guests, and corporate gatherings while showcasing your brand in a stylish and memorable way. Portions are small and served as finger portions.

Inside: Made with three layers of sponges, filled with buttercream and any flavour-specific fillings between each layer, in your chosen flavour.

Outside: Covered in smooth vanilla buttercream in natural cream, with your edible logo/photo.

Custom Logo: We will reach out to you for the logo file to print after the order is placed. Logo Toppers: Made from edible icing materials. Some dark colours may be slightly adjusted.

Allergens: Gluten, wheat, diary, eggs and might contain nuts.

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