Chicago Cakes

CELEBRATION CAKES & MORE

A B O U T &nbsp; <span>THE BAKER</span>

A B O U T   THE BAKER

My story starts where the best ones always do — in my kitchen, baking for the people I love.

Over five years ago, I picked up a whisk and never put it down. What began as small birthday cakes for family turned into late nights perfecting recipes, early mornings experimenting with flavours, and a deep joy I hadn’t expected. Baking wasn’t just something I did — it became a part of who I am.

I’m Anjali, a home baker based in Plainfield, Illinois. I make whipped cream cakes, pudding trays, dessert hampers, and everything in between — each one crafted fresh, by hand, with real ingredients and genuine love.

No shortcuts. No preservatives. No compromise.

Every order I take is personal to me, because I know it’s personal to you — a birthday, an anniversary, a new baby, or simply a moment worth celebrating. I want every bite to feel like it was made just for you, because it was.

Made fresh. Made by hand.

Made with a whole lot of love.

Our Menu & Pricing

Frequently Asked Questions

1 How much should I expect my cake to cost?

All custom cakes and tall cakes are priced differently. Please contact us for pricing and availability. We don't cover our cakes in fondant.

Our smallest cake is 6 inch and 4 inches tall, which serves 8–10 people, base price starting at $55. Prices increase from there based on serving size.

Cake toppers: We can create a topper for you at an additional charge depending on the topper.

2 How long in advance should I place an order?

All our desserts and cakes are made to order.

For custom cakes, at least one week prior to the date of your event. We could accommodate any last minute orders depending on our availability.

For other desserts, 48–72 hours notice is required.

3 Do you require a payment to book the order?

Yes, we require a 50% non-refundable deposit for all orders. Once the deposit is made, your order is booked.

Payments can be made through Venmo and Zelle.

4 Do you offer delivery service?

We provide delivery service with all our cake orders. A flat delivery fee of $15 applies to Aurora, Naperville, Plainfield, and Bolingbrook, Illinois.

Pick-ups are FREE. We don't take any responsibility for any cake damage once it's collected. We request you to place the cake on the floor of your car, rather than lap carried or on the seat.

5 Do your baked goods contain nuts?

Yes, we use nuts in our baked goods. Nut-free options are available.

Please be aware that our kitchen is not a peanut, tree-nut, soy, wheat, or dairy free facility.

6 How do I store the cake?

Your cake should be refrigerated on a flat surface until a few hours before cutting.

Teacakes: The teacakes last for 4–5 days. Wrap them with cling wrap and leave them at room temperature on your counter. Enjoy a slice or two with a cup of tea or coffee.

Contact Us

Please call, message or email us to place your order.

+1 (630) 362-8255 | chicagocakes.co@gmail.com

Pick up is available from Plainfield, Illinois