Best Birthday Cakes To Order For Delivery In London

Whether you are turning one or 101, a birthday should never pass by without a good slice or several of cake. There is something inherently joyful in the tradition of blowing out candles, of singing and of making wishes that will always make the birthday girl or boy feel special, no matter the number of candles atop the cake. But time constraints – or indeed lack of baking bone fides – can mean that knocking out a killer cake for your dearest ones can be a stumbling block to this annual ceremony.

If you enjoy baking but worry about the – shall we say – amateurish finish of your creation, we say no matter: people will always be touched by any effort you have made. That is, after all, all in the spirit of gift giving and receiving. If, on the other hand, you would like to celebrate your loved one with a lovely slice of the sweet stuff but neither enjoy nor have time to bake, then we have three words for you: birthday cake delivery. (As an aside, we should also point out that there is no law that confines the ordering of such confections to birthdays. Just saying.)

The capital abounds with options. For us, these establishments offer the best cake delivery service in London.

Our Selection Process of Best Bakeries with Delivery in London

Let them eat cake, as Marie Antionette is supposed to have once declared. But the question is: what kind of cake? Here we walk you through a multiplicity of styles, from those that exude home-baked vibes to the ones that only a professional could possibly have made. We have aimed to include a range of prices and, where possible, identified those that can deliver at a day’s notice, as well as taking into account online reviews. And so, without further ado, we present the result of our extensive research: these are the best cakes in London for delivery.

Cutter & Squidge


Notable for being a 100 per cent natural bakery, Cutter & Squidge uses only British butter and free-range eggs in its glorious concoctions. Offering nationwide delivery from its central London HQ, the flavour combinations are inventive and delicious, with the lip-licking likes of chocolate hazelnut cake; yuzu mango cake; and strawberry ‘eat-on’ mess just a few of the treats it has in store. You can even order a Happy Birthday box, too, and personalising your order is also available. Want to go in person? Head to its Soho café on Brewer street, which is open daily from 11am until 7pm, to browse some of the best birthday cakes in London.



Betty’s


For those who like a good cake just like Granny used to make, there is no finer place to head than the Yorkshire-based but nationwide-delivering Betty’s, which has been honing its craft since 1919. If you’re looking for fondant iced culinary works of art that have been crafted into mind-boggling shapes, this is not the place for you. If, however, you want a beautifully made classic cake, whether chocolate or Victoria sponge, you will find none finer. We especially like the option for sending a box of spring flower fondant fancies for little bites as opposed to a whole cake; nothing could be prettier. There is an option to personalise too.



Konditor


Konditor professes itself on a mission to ‘spread joy through cake.’ And, given its noble (and, we think, clearly achieved) founding mission, how could one bypass its excellent confections when loved ones’ birthdays roll around? If you’re in a super hurry, you can order and pick up the same day in store. If, however, you’re willing to wait, London deliveries arrive the day after orders are placed. The choices are wide-ranging and flavourful, with cartoon styles for kids, personalised cakes for a special touch, and ‘deluxe showstopper’ cakes for the truly fancy. With three branches in London, you can visit its store in Waterloo, Holborn or Mansion House.



Peggy Porschen


With branches in Belgravia and Chelsea, Peggy Porschen must surely be the most photographed cake shop in the land. Known for its uncompromisingly pink frontage and interiors, it is like walking into a dream world in which no harm could ever befall you. We highly recommend, then, visiting in person; it is quite the experience. But if, in the manner of PP fan Kate Moss, you want to order a birthday cake from the pretty pink palace, then you can do that too. There are vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options available, and here, birthday cakes are rebranded as ‘party cakes’ that you may shop by how many tiers you wish it to have. Choose from mermaid cakes, unicorn cakes and, frankly, every kind of cake that our inner five-year-old would squeal delightedly at. They say, ‘We are a destination for escapism, dreaminess and an unwritten permission for visitors to creatively connect with their inner child. Built on Peggy’s love of a pink and pastel colour palette, modern romance, craftsmanship and exquisite tastes, the Parlour provides a fairy-tale setting, which changes through the year to please both sweet-toothed Londoners and tourists from all around the globe.’



Anges De Sucre


If you are in the market for a real confectionary knock-out – the kind that only prospective new GBBO stars might be able to achieve, and even then, possibly not – then Anges De Sucre offers a magical temple to the glory of cake. From circus clown cakes to doughnut cookie monster styles, these are imaginative and highly skilled confections that indubitably fall under the best birthday cakes in London category. You can choose between six- and twelve-inch cakes and one and four tiers, plus you are able to add your own message to whomsoever the lucky recipient is. There is even a #NetflixandChill cake, if that’s the birthday vibe you’re going for. Do note, there is a two-day lead time on orders; as a no-waste bakery, they make everything absolutely to order.



Hummingbird Bakery


If New York has the Magnolia Bakery, then London’s answer to that iconic temple to the baked good must surely be Hummingbird Bakery. Famous the world over for its legendary red velvet cake, it was responsible for bringing American-style cakes and cupcakes to this side of the pond. Although it has now been acquired by Acropolis Capital and is no longer independently run, the cakes are still some of the best in the business. If you’re buying for a birthday, the zodiac cake or cupcakes are a winner, as is the Smartie-spilling pinata cake. Choose from six-, eight-, nine- or ten-inch cakes depending on the crowd you’re feeding. Fancy popping in? There are stores in Notting Hill, Victoria, South Kensington, St John’s Wood and Spitalfields.



By Nancy Alsop
September 2023