Our Story
A premium marketplace for local home bakers
CakeNest was created to solve a simple problem — the most talented home bakers around us had no great way to showcase their work and reach customers who would truly appreciate it. We built the platform we wished existed.
California
Home state
4.8★
Average seller rating
Custom & Ready
Order types supported
Our Mission
Making artisan baking more accessible — for everyone
We believe that the best desserts aren't found in big chain stores. They're made by passionate people baking in their home kitchens — people who care deeply about ingredients, technique, and the happiness their creations bring. CakeNest gives those bakers a place to shine, and gives buyers a way to find them.
We started in California, building tools that help sellers manage orders, handle custom cake requests, communicate with buyers, and grow their small businesses — all from their phone. On the buyer side, we make it effortless to find local talent, place orders, and get beautiful custom desserts made just for you.
What We Stand For
Our values
Baked With Love
Every product on CakeNest comes from a real person — a home baker who puts care, creativity, and skill into every order. We celebrate that.
Trust & Safety First
Sellers submit food safety certifications before listing. We review compliance information and hold sellers accountable to clear marketplace standards.
Premium Experience
We designed CakeNest to feel like a boutique — not a generic marketplace. Every detail, from product pages to checkout, is built to feel warm and polished.
Community Driven
CakeNest is built for the people baking out of their home kitchens — the passionate, the talented, and the local. We want to help them grow.
The Process
How CakeNest works
01
Browse nearby bakers
Open the app or website, share your location, and discover local sellers offering fresh cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and custom desserts near you.
02
Order or request a custom cake
Add standard items to your cart or submit a custom cake request with your design ideas, flavors, and date. The seller will send you a quote.
03
Pay securely
Pay by Apple Pay or card through our secure Stripe-powered checkout. Your payment is held safely until your order is confirmed.
04
Pick up or get delivery
Coordinate pickup or delivery directly with your seller. Every step is tracked in the app so you always know where your order stands.
For bakers & sellers
CakeNest gives you a beautiful storefront, order management tools, custom cake request handling, buyer messaging, and seller analytics — all in one app. Set your own hours, prices, and service area. Take orders on your schedule.
Start sellingFor buyers
Discover local home bakers near you. Browse their menus, check availability, and order online. Send a custom cake request for birthdays, weddings, or any special occasion. Pay securely with Apple Pay or card.
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