Wondering where to go to get your cake fix? You can certainly have your cake and eat it, take a look at some of the best places we’ve found to get exceptional cake in Durban

Milk and Honey Cakery (Umhlanga)

The very best gourmet cakes, cupcakes and bakes in Durban! Choose between a slice of cake (R75) or take a ‘Baby Cake’ (R150) home with you. Their mouthwatering cake selection includes and is not limited to; The Best Chocolate Cake You Will Ever Eat, Birthday Cake, Rainbow Cake and Strawberries and Cream Cake. Their decadent and delicious cupcake selection includes Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, Blueberry Pancake, Mississippi Mud Cake, Birthday Cheesecake, The Matilda Cupcake, Boston Cream Pie and Birthday Cake. Cupcakes are R42 each. If you like going to places to take pics for the gram then this is definitely your vibe!

 

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Chateau Gateaux (Ballito, Durban North, Pavillion, Gateway)

This classic cake shop has been keeping Durbanites satisfied since 1997. The cake fridges are always filled with pastries and bakes, and the range on offer is impressive. Gourmet gateaus range in price from around R65 a slice to R500 for a 24cm cake. Flavours include Choc Chip Cherry, Chocolate Nostalgia, Walnut Truffle, Rococo, Swiss Carrot Cake, Birthday Cake, Cookie Dough Cheesecake, Fudge Picasso, Black Forrest and so much more. And the best part? You can take home frozen cake to serve to your guests. If you can’t decide on a flavour, take home their 6 piece mini cake collection and try out a few for R219. Preorder cakes for you next celebration on their website.

 

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The Cake Dealer (Florida Road)

The perfect place to get your sweet treat fix! We highly recommend you try their famous Beesting Mini Cake, unlike your usual sponge cake, this one has a pastry-like texture and cream inside it all the way through, and is baked with a finishing of honey-glazed almonds. Average price per slice is R40 otherwise you can choose a mini cake for around R30. Cake flavour choices include Chocolate Mud Pie Cake, Carrot Cake, Black Forrest, Red Velvet and Rainbow Cake however cakes are freshly baked daily so flavours do change. They specialise in creating decadent and delicious celebration cakes, place your order by calling 066 517 6012. The prices of these vary depending on size and decorations.

Madeleines (Hillcrest)

This little café and cake studio is incredibly popular with Hillcrest locals on the hunt for a good cuppa and a slice of cake. Cake flavours include Salted Caramel Cheesecake, Milk Tart, Layered Carrot Cake, Tiramisu and so much more! Average price of a slice is R50. Madeleines also does a range of beautiful custom-made cakes for events or occasions. The prices of these vary depending on size and decorations. To preorder a celebration cake, call or WhatsApp 082 712 5812.

 

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The Bread Mill (Berea)

Voted Durban’s best bakery 10 years in a row, The Bread Mill is a family-owned bakery specialising in home-made pies, designer cakes, freshly-baked breads and decadent doughnuts. Cake slice flavours include Bar One, Apple, Black Forest, Chocolate Mousse, Coconut, Caramel, Lamington, Granadilla, Pecan Nut, Peppermint and Strawberry. Their Caramel Cake has become a firm favourite and their portion sizes are huge! Average price per slice is R35. Their 9 inch round cakes (average price of R200) are freshly made and ready on the shelf for that special occasion or tea time treat. To order a customised cake, contact The Bread Mill on 031 818 7700 or email  cakes@thebreadmill.co.za.

Sprigs (Kloof)

There’s no shortage of creativity when it comes to Sprigs freshly baked cakes. Every two days they bake new cakes. Flavours can include Lemon Drizzle, Coffee and Raisin, Chocolate Malt with Cream Cheese Icing and the list goes on. Average price per slice is R45/R50. While there are always a few delicious cakes on display in-store, you may want to take a whole one home to enjoy with family and friends. Order one for your next event at a cost of around R300-R400. Flavours include Lemon Caramel Meringue Cake, Lavender, Orange and Almond Cake, Moroccan Citrus Cake, Boston Cream Pie Cake, Chocolate Ganache Cake, Pear and White Chocolate Cake, Mixed Berry Crumble Cake, Gluten-free Carrot and Pineapple Cake and so much more. To place your order, email info@sprigs.co.za.

 

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Country Bake (Musgrave)

Country Bake has this old-world charm that keeps you coming back for more and they have everything to cater to every taste bud. They bring you the old classic favourite cakes, pastries and desserts. Grab a mouthwatering slice of cake for as little as R12. Cake flavour choices include Bar One, Black Forest, Ferrero Roche, Raffaello, Pecan Nut and so much more! Celebrate a special occasion with a custom created cake made with your design in mind or a personalised Country Bake Gateaux Cake, call them on 031 201 0153 to preorder.

 

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Cafe Mayfair (Westville)

The ideal place to meet up with people or catch up with an old friend. The fresh cake selection is always a treat. Their delicious flavours include and are not limited to; Salted Caramel Cheesecake, Carrot Cake, Lemon Meringue, Apple Crumble and Chocolate Brownie Cake. Their portion sizes are big and the average price per slice is R55. They even serve a Vegan Chocolate Cake.

 

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