Mo’Pweeze Bakery, Denville – No wheat is oh-so-sweet at this award-winning Black-owned bakery, voted one of the 10 Best Gluten-Free Bakeries in the Nation by USA Today in 2023. Offering plant-based creative confections, from scrumptious cupcakes to eye-catching customized cakes that are all 100% vegan, kosher and free of the top 10 allergens, this small-batch bakery receives high marks – being gluten-free is icing on the cake!
Sweet Eats Bakery, Voorhees – Since 1987, this family-owned and run bakery has prided itself on using all real butter and natural cream to ensure their cupcakes, cakes, cookies and desserts not only look amazing but taste amazing too. They’ve received plenty of Best of awards to back that up including New Jersey Magazine, South Jersey Magazine and Philadelphia Magazine.
Butter Lane Cupcakes, East Rutherford – Baking fresh and frosting with natural ingredients (at a heavenly frosting-to-cake ratio) while avoiding excessive amounts of sugar is the key to confection perfection at this highly-ranked bakery which recently opened its third (and first NJ location) at American Dream. Try The Elvis – peanut butter frosting paired with a banana cupcake base. Ask about Cupcake Classes, too.
Carlo’s Bake Shop, Hoboken – A trip to Hoboken wouldn’t be complete without a stop at this world-renowned bakery featured on TLC’s Cake Boss. Bite into delicious traditionally made Italian pastries, cookies, elaborate customized cakes and, oh, the cannoli. So good – you just have to take home a box (or two!)
House of Cupcakes, Princeton – Founders Ruthie and Ron Bzdewka were big winners of Food Network’s Cupcake Wars, so you just know these cupcakes are gonna wow you. Choose from over 35 flavors of cupcakes and other delectable treats with innovative flavor combos in tune with your tastebuds, like Banana Cream Pie, Chocolate Rage, Mango and Strawberry Daiquiri. Other NJ locations are in East Brunswick and Clifton.
Gigi’s Cupcakes, Maplewood – Sisters Gigi and Nicole whipped up this captivating cupcake destination in 2004, serving up moist, luscious and portion-controlled cake topped with the most mouthwatering frostings and glazes that keep sweet connoisseurs coming back for more. Even non-sweet eaters can’t get enough. Two of our favorites: Caramel Cheesecake and Ode to the Oreo.
Pink Cupcakes, West Orange – This Black-owned custom cake and cupcake shop is known for its extremely fresh, beautifully frosted cupcakes and other melt-in-your-mouth sweets. Whether it’s for a bridal shower, party or just to reward yourself, these highly rated cupcakes are sure to satisfy. Flavors vary daily, but two to try: Butter Pecan Caramel and Pumpkin Cinnamon.
Cupcakes by Carousel, Ridgewood & Englewood – These cupcakes are delightful mini-versions of the widely loved gourmet cakes Carousel Cakes sold since 1965 but talk about big on taste! Whether you like your cupcakes traditionally frosted or tall with tasty toppings, this family-owned cupcakery is for everyone, including Oprah – Red Velvet and Blue Velvet have made the “O” List.
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