When to Order a Custom Cake

Custom cakes can elevate any gathering, but they’re especially fitting for life’s biggest milestones. However, you don’t have to wait for an ultra-special occasion to celebrate with a delicious dessert. We also offer cakes and cupcakes for a wide variety of holidays. Here are a few occasions where a custom cake makes a big impact:

• Birthdays
• Weddings
• Anniversaries
• Baby showers
• Back to school

• Christmas
• Easter
• Father’s Day
• Mother’s Day
• Valentine’s Day

• Graduations
• Halloween
• Hanukkah
• New Year’s
• St Patrick’s Day

Why Choose a Custom Cake for Your Event?

Choosing a custom cake instead of a standard dessert is an easy way to make your celebration feel more personal and memorable. Here are just a few reasons to choose a cake from Busch’s bakehouse:

Design Personalization

Regular store-bought desserts come in set shapes and colors. A custom order means you dictate every single element. You can request a color palette that perfectly matches your floral arrangements or party decorations. We may be able to replicate specific patterns, incorporate your hobbies, or even add personal photos. The design is entirely up to your imagination!

Better Taste and Ingredients

The best bakeries prioritize flavor just as much as appearance. We bake our custom cakes to order, so you can be sure your dessert hasn’t been sitting in a freezer for weeks. Our team uses high-quality butter, pure vanilla extract, fresh fruit, and rich chocolate ganache—only the best possible ingredients for our valued customers!

How Does Ordering at the Grocery Store Work?

Ordering your custom cake is simple and stress-free. You can browse options, choose your design, and place your order online, then pick it up at your local Busch’s when it’s ready. To help ensure you have the best experience, we recommend ordering a few weeks in advance. At minimum, we require 48 hours’ notice to bring your custom cake or cupcakes to life.

Choose From All Kinds of Design Themes

At Busch’s Fresh Food Market, we can accommodate a wide range of themes and styles. Here are just a few of the themes we can pull off for your next event:

• Beach—Capture the essence of the coast with a beach-themed cake. Some of our designs even feature tiny chairs and umbrellas!
• Cars and Trucks—Engineered for the young and young-at-heart, these cakes feature your favorite vehicles, including motorcycles, hot-rods, and firetrucks.
• Mythical—Step into a world of wonder with shimmering unicorn horns, iridescent dragon scales, and ethereal forest scenes. These custom cakes transform legendary tales into sugary realities.

• Photos—Personalize your celebration by turning precious memories into edible art using high-resolution edible ink and sugar sheets. These custom cakes serve as a delicious gallery for your most cherished moments.
• Robots and Space—Journey to the final frontier with our robot and outer space themed cakes! You’ll have your pick of designs perfect for birthdays.
• Superheroes—Celebrate your favorite icons with bold primary colors, iconic comic book emblems, and cityscape silhouettes.
• Animals—From a tiger’s stripes to adorable puppies, animal-themed cakes bring the wild indoors.

Feature Your Favorite Characters

What better way to celebrate a birthday than with your favorite characters? We can tailor our custom cakes to feature some of today’s most popular characters, such as:

• Barbie
• Bluey

• Hello Kitty
• Marvel superheroes

• Mickey Mouse
• Disney princesses

• SpongeBob SquarePants
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Budgeting for Your Dessert

Planning for a custom cake can fit seamlessly into your overall grocery budget with a variety of options to choose from. Our online ordering experience makes it easy to explore different designs, sizes, and flavors so you can find a cake that works for your celebration. For example, you might choose a smaller display cake paired with a sheet cake to serve a larger group.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance should I order?

We recommend placing your order a few weeks in advance of your event, but at minimum, we require 48 hours to create your custom cake or cupcakes.

Can I freeze leftover cake?

Yes, cake freezes remarkably well if stored properly. Cut the remaining cake into individual slices or manageable blocks. Wrap each piece tightly in plastic wrap, followed by a layer of aluminum foil. Place the wrapped pieces in an airtight container. When you are ready to eat, let the cake thaw in the refrigerator overnight, then bring it to room temperature before serving.

What’s the difference between fondant and buttercream?

Buttercream is a soft, spreadable icing made primarily from butter and powdered sugar. It tastes delicious but has limitations in humid weather and structural design. Fondant is an edible sugar dough rolled out and draped over a frosted cake. It provides a flawless, porcelain-like finish and allows for intricate painting and sculpting, though some people prefer the taste of buttercream.

Make Your Next Celebration Unforgettable

From birthdays to big milestones, the right cake makes all the difference. At Busch’s Fresh Food Market, you’ll find custom cakes made with quality ingredients and thoughtful details, right here in Southeastern Michigan.

Order online or stop by your local Busch’s bakery to get started. We’re here to help you celebrate every step of the way.