FAQs From Your Santa Clarita Cake Shop
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All About Your Favorite Santa Clarita Cake Shop
While some things may be as easy as pie, specialty cakes and gourmet desserts are far from simple at this Santa Clarita cake shop. We often get questions about our cakes and dessert bars – from placing an order to cutting and serving your confectionary masterpiece. Here we answer your most frequently asked questions, so you don’t have to worry about anything but leaving enough room for seconds.
How long has Jill’s Cake Creations been in business?
Jill’s Cake Creations has been serving the Santa Clarita Valley and beyond since 1979. To learn more about our founder, Jill, please see our story.
Do you only make cakes?
We offer a wide variety of mini desserts, tarts, cupcakes and more. For more information, please see our dessert bar catering menu.
How to Place an Order
How far in advance do I need to place my order?
Wedding cakes and dessert bars should be booked as soon as your date and info is secured to ensure we have availability. As for specialty cakes, depending on the design and the time of year, we recommend placing your order 1-4 weeks in advance. In some cases, we may be able to accommodate next-day orders of Jill’s classic flavors and designs.
When do you require payment?
A deposit is required to confirm your order. For specialty cakes, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required to place your order, and the balance is due upon pickup. For wedding or other delivered cakes, we require a $100 non-refundable deposit to place your order and reserve your date. The remaining balance is due 10 days prior to your event.
How are our cakes priced?
All of our specialty cakes are custom-designed and, therefore, require custom design pricing based on the number of servings, complexity of design, and ingredients used. To give you an idea of pricing, we’ve provided some guidelines below. For examples of how much our past cakes have cost, visit our Specialty Cakes Gallery.
Our cakes and desserts come in varying levels of complexity.
- Single Tier/ Sheet Cakes
- Multiple Tiers
- 3- Dimensional
- Dessert Bars
Our tiered cake starts at $5 per serving, while our 3-Dimensional designs can range from $4-$10+ per serving.
Single Tier and Sheet Cakes start at $50.
Do you have ready-made cakes available for purchase?
As a custom specialty cake bakery, we do not have ready-made cakes available for purchase: however, in some cases, we can have a cake ready on the same or next day.
About Our Cakes
Can each tier be a different flavor?
Yes, you can make each tier a different flavor; however we recommend a maximum of two different flavors. (Ask us why!)
What size are cake slices?
Sheet cakes are cut into 2×2-inch slices and are approximately 2.5 inches in height. Round cakes are cut into 1×2-inch slices, and the height varies. Traditional cake is approximately 4.5 inches. Torted or 3-layer cakes are in the 6-inch height range.
Additional Services
Do you offer delivery?
We offer delivery, and with some packages, local delivery is included. In other cases, delivery will be an additional charge. In all cases, we request a 2-hour delivery window. All of our cakes are delivered by one of our decorators, who will set up your cake in its display area and fixed any imperfections caused during delivery on site.
Do you have stands available for rent?
We have stands available for rental in complete line of beautiful styles, including classic white, rustic wood, and a variety of metallics. We have crystal stands available, as well. We also offer table décor, linens, and fresh flowers.
Serving Our Cakes
How long can my cake sit out at room temperature?
Our cakes taste better at room temperature, so we recommend taking them out of the fridge at least an hour before serving. As long as they are kept in a cool room, your cake can sit out for several hours. In moderate weather or outdoor venues, cakes should be kept in a fully shaded area. We do not recommend letting our cakes sit out in warm weather for extreme periods of time.
What’s the best way to cut our cakes?
For detailed instructions on how to best cut your cake, please see our cake cutting instructions.
Cake Testing Consultations in Santa Clarita
How do I book a cake tasting and consultation in Santa Clarita?
We are happy to serve you in our Santa Clarita cake shop! Please call (661) 291-2332 or to book an appointment online, click here.
What should I bring to a cake testing consultation?
If you have pictures or ideas for the design of your cake, please bring those to the appointment. Also, color swatches or fabrics are great tools to help us match your color scheme. Most importantly, bring your appetite because you will be sampling a wide range of cake flavors and fillings from our extensive menu.
If your question wasn’t answered on here, or you need more clarity, please give us a call at (661) 291-2332. As your Santa Clarita cake shop, we’re happy to answer all of your questions!