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Many are unaware of the growing presence of talented Black British women who sure can design, make and bake all sorts of delicious cakes; there are many more than are highlighted below; nevertheless this read is dedicated to them.

Whether it’s those who cook fresh with natural ingredients direct from home or those who have their own shops, online boutiques and even bespoke services; there will certainly be cakes worth trying out here. Don’t just read about them – but let’s support them! The same applies to me of course!

 Below are 20 Black British Female Cake Bakers and their businesses that can certainly make ours christenings, anniversaries, birthday parties and wedding event attendees rejoice not only with the celebrants but with the tastes of the quality cakes on show.

🌷 FEATURED: SWEETBAMBICAKES 🌷

Insta: /sweet.bambi_cakes

If there’s one lady you can be sure will be a hit in 2018; then look no further than SWEETBAMBICAKES.  Toyin can provide children’s cakes designed especially for the birthday boy or girl. Furthermore her personalised cakes, unique hampers, sweet tables, party decorations service compliments and adds a wonderfully visible and vibrant centrepiece to your more Finger/Fork Buffets, Afternoon Tea & Cakes, Business Lunch, Weddings, Wakes and Children’s Parties; We’re sure you won’t be disappointed.

I ordered Two Mother’s Day Hampers from Miss T and won’t hide I’ll be a repeat customer next year! SWEETBAMBICAKES is based in South London and can be delivered within and beyond the London/M25 within reason at great prices.

For more info; DM SweetBambiCakes via Instagram (link above)

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2) YOUR TREATS CAKES

Instagram: /YourTreatsBakery | Twitter: @YourTreats | FB: /YourTreats | Address: Unit E3 East Ham Market Hall, Myrtle Road, London E6 1HY | Phone: 0203 727 2587 | YouTube: /YourTreatsCakes | Email: info@yourtreats.co.uk

Lovely Family run business in Unit E3 of East Ham here!  YourTreatsBakery ensure that every day they expand to a new idea, flavour, technique to make fantastic cakes for your occasion. I’ve met the director of this amazing local bakery in Newham, East London and their cakes have been featured in Ultimate Wedding Magazine (December Issue – 2015) and Your London Wedding Magazine (2015 – March/April). YourTreats was Finalist on the Best Cake and Jam (Local Mayor’s Show 2013) amongst many other achievements. They were also featured in our very own Black British Talent in East Ham piece some weeks back. Whether it’s soft moist Cakes, to delicate small cupcakes, wedding cakes and anniversary special offers – Get in touch info@yourtreats.co.uk for your cake order. #CakeHappy

3) CAKES BY YETTY

Insta: /CakesbyYetty | FB: /CakesbyYetty | Twitter: @CakesByYetty | Phone: 07440 012209 | Email: cakesbyyetty@yahoo.com

We like. We approve. Cakes that look and taste good! What more can you say. Yetty has an array of cakes ideal for your graduation, birthday and anniversary celebrations. Whilst i’m confident Ms. Yetty can also do some good cookies, brioche-based goodies and cupcakes; you will not be disappointed by her home made cakes because they’re good. Very good. For bookings/enquiries: 07440 012209 or tweet at her via the details above.

4) FAVOURED CAKES BY SEWA

Insta: /FavouredCakes  | Facebook: /FavouredCakes | Twitter: @FavouredCakes | Phone: 07932 600 470 | Email: info@favouredcakes.co.uk

From fun novelty cakes to chic cupcakes, elegant wedding cakes to traditional celebratory cakes and children character cakes, whatever your needs Favoured Cakes will work with you to create that ‘wow factor’ centrepiece for your celebration. All my cakes are made using only the finest ingredients, ensuring that your cake not only looks great but tastes great too. Vegan/gluten, eggless cakes are also available.

5) TY COUTURE CAKES

6) INDULGENT SUGAR PLUM

7) ANGEL CREATIONS CAKES

Insta: /AngelCreationsCakes | Facebook: /Angel-Creations-Cakes | Twitter: @Cakes_London | Email: Tracy@angelcreationscakes.com | Phone: 07834 691 820

Angel Creations was started in 2003 by Tracy Ritson, from her small kitchen at home. She’s proud to say that word of mouth has spread about her scrumptious cakes, so business has outgrown her home and is now based just off Lavender Hill, Battersea SW11. Ms. Tracy’s cake business has thrived over the last ten years and has won awards at Squire Kitchen annual competition as well as Cake International, Excel. She has delivered wedding cakes to as far as Glasgow, Scotland to Claridges Hotel, London. Her main area of expertise are bespoke cakes made with love, quality ingredients and lots of imagination. She has a variety of scrumptious tried and tested recipes that cover all dietary requirements (e.g. gluten-free, egg-free, vegan, etc..)

8) LITTLE CAKE GARDEN

Insta: /LittleCakeGarden | Facebook: /theLittleCakeGarden | Twitter: @LittleCakeGrdn Email: jasmine@littlecakegarden.com | Phone: 07506622369

Wedding, occasion cake & other sweet treats from my Little Cake Garden, London. Fairy-tale lover & creator, ever hopeful romantic. Whether it’s birthdays to christenings and wedding anniversaries, whatever the occasion, Jasmine can create a cake of any shape and any size. Have a look at their gallery for some stunning examples.

9) CONNIE CAKES

10) JUST LIKE MUMMYS

11) CORTEZ TREATS

13) JO’ELLA CAKES

14) MON ANNIE CAKES

15) SABLES CAKES

16) EFFIE’S CAKES

17) DELIGHTS BY CYNTHIA

Insta: /Delights_by_Cynthia | Facebook: /Delights-By-Cynthia | Twitter: @DelightsbyC | Phone: 020 7278 6872

Ms. Cynthia’s Akinsaya’s very own ‘Delights by Cynthia‘ are a bespoke cake making service, specialising in cakes and cupcakes that ‘Satisfy the desires of the sweetest tooth‘. They also offer a complete birthday and anniversary cake service offering bespoke cakes and cupcakes made to your specification with delicious effects.

18) TAFA CAKES

Insta: /TafaCakes | Facebook: /TafaCakes | Twitter: @tafacakes | Pinterest: /tafadzwachigudu | Phone: 07521 516888

A British-Zimbabwean Lawyer turned self-taught Cake Artist has some incredible Children’s cake designs on her Instagram page – do check it out. And not only Kids Cakes, but red velvet, vanilla, chocolate and other types of cakes – Tafadzwa Chigudu is more than able!   make those for kids and adults. Weddings and parties. Healthy and sugary. We also make it delicious. Contact them to order or for a sample. You will be pleased.

19) SAFIYAS CAKES

Insta: /SafiyasCakes | Facebook: /Safiyas-Cakes-And-Cupcakes | Twitter: @Safiyas_Cakes | LinkedIN: /Safiyas-Cakes | Email: info@safiyascakes.com

Safiyas Cakes, founded in 2010. The rest since then has been history. Luxury Cakes and Favours across the UK have graced many mouths and satisifed clients who can truly say that the talent of the two founders – and two sisters Nia and Akilah are blessed! The two established themselves by making quality cakesand desserts, and have since become renowned amongst customers for their freshly baked goods. They create all of their cakes and cupcakes baked fresh to order using the finest quality ingredients and cater for all events and special occasions, including birthday parties, bridal showers, christenings and weddings.

20) ROYAL BAKES

Insta: /RoyalBakes

Ms. Ade’s Royal Treats simply put: Delicious cakes and treats to make you drool over 😋😋😊

RoyalBakes bake a range of cupcakes, cakes, brownies, cookies and bespoke celebration cakes, all to order.  Each and every cake they bake is specifically made for you and your occasion.