Ordering made simple
How to Order a Custom Cake
There are three ways to order from Elegant Bakery: pick up fresh items from our Lakewood showroom case, place a custom order at least 14 days ahead, or book your wedding cake at least 3 months ahead. We deliver all over Colorado.
Your options
Three Ways to Order
No notice needed
Showroom pickup
Stop by Wednesday through Saturday, 9 am to 2 pm, to choose from our rotating case of fresh pastries and small cakes, or call ahead to place a pickup order.
14 days ahead
Custom orders
Occasion cakes, cupcakes, cookies and pastries made to order. Send us an inquiry at least 14 days before your event.
3 months ahead
Wedding cakes
Gown-matched and custom wedding cakes for venues across Colorado. We recommend booking at least 3 months ahead.
Lead times
How Far in Advance to Order
- Showroom case: no notice needed; call ahead to place a pickup order.
- Custom occasion cakes, cupcakes, cookies and pastries: at least 14 days.
- Wedding cakes: at least 3 months recommended.
Delivery
Cake Delivery Across Colorado
We deliver all over Colorado. Delivery fees vary based on the location and the items being delivered, so email or call us to discuss delivery to your event. Pickup is always available from our Lakewood bakery during showroom hours.
Dietary needs
Gluten-Free & Allergy Information
Gluten-free options are available for everything we make. Mention any dietary needs when you order.
Please be advised that our bakery handles and processes wheat, dairy, eggs, soy, peanuts, tree nuts and sesame. While we follow strict cleaning and sanitation practices, all of our items are produced in a shared environment. We cannot guarantee that any product is 100% free of trace allergens. Please ask our staff if you have severe or life-threatening allergies.
Paying
Payment & Deposits
Wedding cakes require a $200 deposit, and all other orders a 50% deposit. Once we confirm your order, we’ll email you an invoice for the deposit.
The balance is due at pickup for pickup orders, 7 days before delivery for delivered pastries, cookies and occasion cakes, and 14 days before the event for wedding cakes.
Planning
Servings & Sizes
How many people each cake size serves, with starting prices for decorated cakes. For a custom design, the design charge is added to the starting price. Wedding cakes are priced individually after a tasting and consultation.
| Size | Serves | Starting price | Custom design (added) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-layer 6 inch | 4–6 | Starts at $45 | $15 and up |
| 4-layer 6 inch | 8–10 | Starts at $70 | $20 and up |
| 8-inch | 12–16 | Starts at $80 | $25 and up |
| 10-inch | 16–20 | Starts at $100 | $30 and up |
| 12-inch | 25–30 | Starts at $130 | $30 and up |
| 14-inch | 35–40 | Starts at $160 | $40 and up |
| Quarter sheet cake | 20–25 | Starts at $115 | $40 and up |
| Half sheet cake | 40–50 | Starts at $190 | $40 and up |
| Full sheet cake | 80–100 | Starts at $375 | $45 and up |
We also have a very limited selection of cakes in our showroom available for pickup. These are first come, first served and sell out daily. Please call for availability or visit our order inquiry page to discuss your cake needs.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I place a custom order?
Send us an inquiry through our Order Inquiry page, or call us at (303) 322-7708. We’ll follow up with design ideas, servings and a starting price.
Can I buy from the showroom case without ordering ahead?
Yes. Stop by Wednesday through Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm, or call during business hours to place a pickup order.
How much notice do cupcakes, cookies and pastries need?
Custom cupcakes, cookies and pastries need at least 14 days’ notice, the same as custom occasion cakes.
When should I book my wedding cake?
We recommend booking at least 3 months before your wedding.
What should I include in my inquiry?
Your event date, guest count, budget, a description of the design and flavors, any inspiration photos, and whether you need pickup or delivery.
Can I send inspiration photos?
Yes. The Order Inquiry form accepts up to 5 photos, such as your dress, invitation or a cake you love.
Can I order a cake from your gallery?
Yes. Tap any cake in our galleries and choose “Order this design.” Its design ID is added to your inquiry automatically.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes. Wedding cakes require a $200 deposit, and all other orders a 50% deposit, invoiced by email once we confirm your order.
When is the balance due?
For pickup orders, the balance is due at pickup. For delivered pastries, cookies and occasion cakes, it’s due 7 days before delivery. For wedding cakes, it’s due 14 days before the event.
Is your kitchen free of nuts or other allergens?
No. Our bakery handles wheat, dairy, eggs, soy, peanuts, tree nuts and sesame, and everything is made in a shared kitchen, so we can’t guarantee any item is free of trace allergens. Please tell us about severe allergies before you order.
How much does delivery cost?
Delivery fees vary based on the location and the items being delivered. Email or call us for a quote for your event.
What size cake do I need?
A 2-layer 6-inch cake serves 4 to 6, an 8-inch serves 12 to 16, and a 10-inch serves 16 to 20. For larger groups, a half sheet serves 40 to 50 and a full sheet serves 80 to 100. See the full chart above.
Can I buy a cake without ordering ahead?
Sometimes. We keep a very limited selection of cakes in the showroom. They are first come, first served and sell out daily, so please call for availability.
When can I pick up my order?
Pickups are during showroom hours, Wednesday through Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm, at our Lakewood bakery.
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