We got to speak to Lydia herself when we tried her cakes and confections! She was so friendly and…read moresweet, really just a pleasure to talk to. We ended up getting three cakes in a jar: red velvet with cream cheese frosting, vanilla cake with passion fruit puree, and a raspberry puree dark chocolate cake. All were fantastic. Moist, layered, good amount of frosting, and super flavorful. I love the fact that the cakes come in a reusable container too! Already ran mine through the dishwasher no problem and reused it. I got a jumbo chocolate chip cookie as well, and it was crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, as it should be. Lydia does not disappoint!

The angst of this owner exudes out to the parking area and in her review replies. Rude and…read moreexpletive laden notes on the door on the occasions that I have made the effort to try and go here has been my warning not to even try. If you want to have a successful business, especially one that serves something as festive as cakes and desserts, you may want to try some anger management. This business is not a welcoming business in my experience.

**Must Love Frosting: A Cupcake Paradise--But Don't Worry, Liking Frosting is Totally Acceptable**…read more Let's start with the obvious: **Must Love Frosting is a masterpiece of dessert engineering**, a shop so devoted to the art of cupcake perfection that every visit **feels like stepping into a sugar-coated dream world**. The cupcakes? **Flawless.** The cake itself is **moist, rich, and crafted with the precision of a world-class pastry sorcerer**, while the frosting is **whipped into an ethereal cloud of sweetness that could probably float a few inches off the plate if physics allowed it**. BUT--**and this is important**--let's address the name. "Must Love Frosting" sounds **a little intense, doesn't it?** Like you have to **legally swear allegiance to frosting before entering**, as if a secret frosting council will question your dedication at the door. **But let me reassure you:** you don't have to *love* frosting. You just have to **like it a reasonable amount**. I tested this. I walked in with **a measured appreciation for frosting**--not an overwhelming devotion, but a solid respect for its role in society. **No alarms went off. No one escorted me out.** The staff happily handed me a cupcake, and nobody demanded I write a sonnet about buttercream before I could eat it. The truth is, **these cupcakes are so good, they'd win you over even if your frosting enthusiasm was at a lukewarm "it's fine, I guess" level**. The balance is perfect--**not too much frosting, never overwhelming, always exactly the right amount** to complement the cake in a way that **transcends human expectation**. So if you're worried that maybe you're not *passionate* enough about frosting--don't be. **They'll take you as you are.** Come for the cupcakes, stay for the joy, and **leave knowing that frosting acceptance--not full devotion--is completely acceptable here**. Five stars. And **an honorary nod to those who only like frosting, but still deserve great cupcakes**.

I'm very disappointed in this cookie business. I love the cookies, but lately the customer service…read moreis non existent.

Shana's is a great little bake shop in Black Diamond, with a large selection of cupcakes, brownies,…read moreand cookies. It's an easy location just off Hwy 169 going through town. It is extremely clean inside and all the employees that I've encountered have been very friendly and gave great customer service. And of course the most important thing is that their baked goods are delicious and well priced. This place for sure checks all the boxes!

I used to frequent this bakery when it was Gracene's.This was my first visit well under new…read moreownership and I was very impressed. I ordered a 12 pack of mini cupcakes and the chocolate chip pecan and the candy cookie. They were all fresh, delicious, they were a hit at my event. I will be back and will post pictures next time.

PNW cheesecake Co did a pop up in the Lowe's Renton parking. My husband will be telling all his…read morecoworkers at Lowe's how great these desserts are. Cheesecake is his favorite dessert & PNW cheesecake co has made it to the top of the list. He got the Seattle style & Lemon for me. Both were excellent. We will now be fallowing them for the next pop up location.

**Ravensdale Cupcakery: A Sugar-Soaked Miracle in the Land of Cupcake Indifference**…read more There are moments in life that shake you to your core, that challenge everything you thought you knew, that make you question reality itself. Walking into **Ravensdale Cupcakery** is one of those moments. Because, against all odds, this little slice of baked perfection **exists**--right here, in the heart of **Ravensdale**, a town historically known for *literally anything other than cupcakes.* Let's talk about the cupcakes. **They are flawless.** Soft, moist, impossibly delicate--a triumph of baking precision so profound that each bite feels like **a whispered promise from the dessert gods themselves**. The frosting? **Silky, airy, the perfect balance between rich decadence and ethereal delight**. Every flavor--from classic vanilla to extravagant seasonal creations--tastes like it was crafted in **a realm beyond human comprehension**. The presentation? **Michelangelo himself could not have sculpted such beautiful forms.** Each cupcake is **a masterpiece**, the kind of baked artistry that makes you reconsider your life choices and wonder why you ever settled for anything less. And yet--**AND YET**--let's talk about the irony. Ravensdale is a town known for **many things**--its rural charm, its serene landscapes, its steadfast community. But **cupcake enthusiasts? They are an endangered species here**. Historically speaking, cupcakes are **not** the crown jewel of Ravensdale culture. They are **not** the topic of fervent local discussion. You will find **passionate debates about forestry, outdoor recreation, and probably the structural integrity of barns**, but cupcakes? Cupcakes have **never** been Ravensdale's thing. Which is why **Ravensdale Cupcakery is a defiant act of greatness**. They **refuse** to accept the cupcake neglect of their surroundings. They **have stared into the abyss of dessert indifference and said, "No. We will bake. We will frost. We will change lives."** So, if you are anywhere near Ravensdale, drop everything. Forget your schedule. Abandon all prior plans. **Go to Ravensdale Cupcakery immediately**--because their cupcakes are **not just good, they are revolutionary**. Five stars? No. **A standing ovation and a parade in their honor.**

I did a cupcake decorating class here. It was really fun! She gave us each our separate cupcakes,…read morefrosting and tools and walked us through 3 different types of flower cupcake decorations. I was pleasantly surprised with how my cupcakes looked when we were done. This is a great thing to do with your girlfriends!!

Our beach themed cake was perfect and so moist and delicious. I think almost all our guest had…read moreseconds!

I called and spoke to her over the phone to place an order, she directed me to her website, website…read moredidn't ask for payment upfront called couple days before the time I was supposed to pick up my order, she says she doesn't have my order. Tells me her website has glitches and hangs up the phone on me. Very unprofessional and sketchy. Would definitely not recommend.

Chanced upon these delicious cupcakes at my brother-in-law's wedding, and asked the wedding planner…read morewhere it came from- turns out it was from Taste of Heaven! The cupcakes were absolutely gorgeous with edible micro-glitter and pearl details. I liked how both the cake texture and frosting were not too sweet (especially since other commercial places tend to make theirs artificially sweet, which is a big no-no in my book!). The texture of the cake itself was light and almost fluffy in texture. These were a hit with all the wedding guests. Highly recommend!

We ordered 3 dozen custom cupcakes for my gender reveal party and they were amazing!! They even…read moretried a new flavor they'd never made before for the frosting (blueberry for the blue frosting). I would highly recommend them for your cupcake needs!

tried Layla's Pastries for the first time and I was honestly blown away. I ordered three mini cake…read moreloaves the S'mores, Chips Ahoy, and Hershey's Bar flavors along with the Cookies & Cream, and every single one was amazing. The S'mores mini cake glove was rich and gooey with the perfect balance of chocolate and marshmallow. The Chips Ahoy flavor tasted just like a fresh cookies-and-cream dream, soft, sweet, and packed with cookie flavor. The Hershey's Bar mini cake glove was super chocolatey and smooth without being too heavy. The Cookies & Cream was easily one of my favorites creamy, flavorful, and perfectly made.

AMAZING, FAST SERVICE. Everything is homemade and made with soo much love! Will be going back for…read moremore.