12 Bakers In KL Who Make IG-Worthy Customised Cakes That’ll Be The Star Of Your Next Party

Customised cakes in Kuala Lumpur


No celebration is complete without cake, be it birthdays or anniversaries. Though most of us are well into our adulthood, we still get as excited as any kid when we get to blow out the candles on our birthday cakes. 

As the centrepiece of your party, choosing the right bakery is crucial, so here are bakers in KL who churn out show-stopping cakes on the daily.


1. Shaun Teo Creations – fabulous cakes if you’re feeling campy



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This famed Malaysian baker has garnered a huge following of 163,000 on Instagram for his gorgeous cakes. With years of experience under his belt, Shaun Teo is no stranger to crafting dramatic cakes. 


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This often leads to incredible creations, like the floating purple cake where the top tier seems to be suspended as its middle layer is made up of a paper-like material. Cartoon-themed designs are also a popular choice with his customers, so you can definitely expect elaborate pieces.


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Telephone: 016-333 1171
Price:from RM280
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2. Spatula’s Cakes & Desserts – pastel cakes for dreamy feels



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Pastels have been a popular choice for many things and it’s become a go-to colour theme for cakes. These light-hued cakes from Spatula’s Cakes & Desserts are super IG-worthy and are perfect if you don’t want cakes that are too loud as it follows a subtler colour palette. 


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Take a look at their IG feed and you’ll notice that they seem to have an affinity for pastel pink designs. For some variety, they play around with different textures like layered icing, gradient hues and fondant flowers and decor. 


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Telephone: 014-6420122
Price:from RM200
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3. Brown & Sugar – luxurious monochromatic designs for fierce parties 



This 3-tiered black cake has different textures for each layer.
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We usually think of parties as being vibrant and colourful, but monochrome colours like black and grey can also make a bold statement. Though an all-black cake might be unconventional, the ones from Brown & Sugar look uber luxurious and could very well pass off as modern art sculptures in a gallery.


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The bakers of this store use different textures like intricate fondant swirls and indents with edible metallic paint for their monochrome cakes to stand out. Though they use colours that are thought to be dull, the end result is anything but boring. 


If you absolutely do need colour in your life, they can pull off some eye-catching contrasting designs as well.
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Telephone: 018-316 8000
Price: from RM280
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4. Kek & Co – tropical-themed cakes for your next kenduri



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Living out here in the tropics has its perks. Aside from having some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, we also have gorgeous exotic flora that has made our rainforests famous among tourists. This is the inspiration for many of Kek & Co’s cakes that take beachy, summer aesthetics. 


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This bakery’s fun and colourful creations are perfect for luau-themed parties.Whether you want your plants hand painted or in 3D, there are tons of colourful variations to go for. 


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Price:from RM250
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5. A Little Dot Dessert – fruit-topped cakes that have been revamped 



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Classic cakes topped with fresh fruit slices are always a safe choice for any occasion since they generally look delicious. But A Little Dot Dessert has found a way to emulate that same classic feel while bringing out a modern aesthetic that’s even more mouth-watering.


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It could be the careful placement of each topping that makes it seem almost like a Christmas wreath, and it gives off major winter vibes when it’s paired with white frosting as it looks like a blanket of snow. Whatever the case, the cakes have a timeless design that focuses on simplicity. 


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Price:from RM48
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6. Mama Girl Baking – flower icing that your ah ma would approve of 


 


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You’ll need to look closer to realise that the flower pieces on Mama Girl’s cakes are actually frosting. The baker is a qualified flower piping master, so each design really does look like they’re flowers right out of a fresh bouquet.


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An insane amount of detail goes into each flower, even if it’s as small as a fingertip. From the buds to the petals, we can see that the baker has mastered the craft long ago.


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Telephone: 014-5115148
Price: Enquire within for prices
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7. Bitter/Sweet – elegant luxurious cakes to make you feel like a tai tai for the day



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You should be able to feel like royalty when you have an occasion to celebrate, so once you’re done picking out the perfect outfit, it’s time to think of a cake to match. Bitter/Sweet has a knack for making lavish cakes that give you uber luxurious vibes so that you get to experience a day in the life of a tai tai.

From gold painted cakes to hand-drawn flowers that are reminiscent of regal colonial days, the bakery is experienced in making any cake look ultra classy. 


A tiered cake that gives the illusion of a fabric being draped over the cake’s silhouette
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They can also cater to any sort of aesthetic without risking sophisticated vibes, so whether it’s for a bridal shower or your ah ma’s birthday, they can easily whip one up to impress.


A deep red cake with gold touches and peach decoratives for more ong
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Price: Enquire within for prices.
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8. B’Sweet Bites – pop culture cakes to geek out over


 


The Little Green Men and Forky from Toy Story 4
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Chances are, we’re all a fan of something. Whether it’s that K-pop group or a favourite childhood Disney movie, most of us have, at some point or other, gushed over our fave celebrities and characters. B’Sweet Bites can convert any pop culture theme into cake form so that you’ll be reminded of what you love most on your birthday. 


Marvel heroes from the Marvel Cinematic Universe
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All designs are made with fondant, so they’re very much 3D, unlike the cakes from back in the days that featured bland edible printed images. The standout designs and vibrant pops of colour will definitely leave guests ooh-ing and ahh-ing throughout the night. 


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9. D’sabroso – personalised cakes with miniscule details


 


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Personal touches in gifts are always appreciated, so D’sabroso’s customisable cakes are the perfect way to go the extra mile for your BFF’s birthday. 


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It’s no longer just about choosing the perfect flavour to celebrate, now you can make a list of all your BFF’s favourite things and the bakery will put it on the cake. With the baker’s nimble fingers, making mini-sized fondant durians and figurines of the birthday boy or girl isn’t a problem.

Price: Enquire within for prices
Telephone: 016-293 5215
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10. Saya Bake – floral cakes that are Pinterest-worthy



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When it comes to special occasions, you can’t go wrong with flowers. While they look good in bouquets, you can double up and go big on florals by having them on your cake too. Saya Bake has all kinds of fresh flowers on its cakes, so whether you’re looking for pastel pinks or vibrant yellows, your cake will be topped with all your faves. 


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The cakes here look like the photos you’d find on Pinterest, ready to be saved under your board titled “wedding inspo”. The designs give off huge romantic vibes and come across as luxuriously dainty.


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11. Kak Sal Kueh – acrylic painting cakes for those who like it artsy



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There were 2 kinds of people back in every pendidikan seni class; the ones who awed classmates with their painting skills and the ones who made them laugh with their lack of. The bakers at Kak Sal Kueh were definitely the talented ones, as seen from how they’ve turned cakes into their canvases. 

They’ve swapped out Buncho watercolours for coloured buttercream, and it’s a near-perfect replica of the real thing, complete with brush stroke effects.

From a galaxy geode cake to a purple-hued mermaid cake, these home bakers will pair their signature painting-like design with any theme you have in mind. 


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Telephone: 011- 2722 9748
Price: Enquire within for prices
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12. French Crullers Paris – elaborate sculpture-like details



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French Crullers Paris is run by a young mother of three, and she doesn’t back down from any baking challenge. Don’t be shy to throw some ideas around, because even if it’s something as complex as a carousel, she’s more than capable of nailing it, down to the tiniest details. 


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From intricate decoratives to cute characters that need to be moulded by hand, it’s easy to see that she puts a lot of effort into each cake, and they all come out amazing. 


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If you’re looking for more dessert options that can be passed around before the big cake-cutting moment, you can get themed bite-sized donuts as well. They may be small, but the designs are still as detailed. 

Telephone: 013-208 6484
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Instagram-worthy cakes in KL


You can easily one-up all previous celebrations with any of these one-of-a-kind cakes that can’t be bought at any ol’ regular bakery. Whether you’re the host of the party or you’re celebrating for a friend, these IG bakers know how to rake in praises with their uber aesthetic cakes. 

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Feature image adapted from: @btterswt, @shaunteocreations, and @kekandco

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