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    Scratch Cupcakery

    4.1 (91 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Kayla B.

    While I wasn't so fond of the cupcakes I originally tried, I keep coming back here because I like other varieties, so I figure that my review deserves an update. Some of the cupcakes are a bit more "meh" (like "Carrot" or "Maple Bacon"), but I really do love a couple of the flavors: Doughlicious, Chocolate Doughlicious (!!!), Wedding Day, and Samoa. I do love that Scratch takes the interior of the cupcake to the next level. They don't just make a chocolate cupcake then use the frosting to describe the flavor. Usually, the interior of the cupcakes have just as much detailed paid to them. For triple chocolate types of flavors, the interior of the cupcake might have tiny melted chocolate chips with a chocolate filling. As someone else has mentioned, these cupcakes are REALLY rich. If you don't like super-sweet, rich cupcakes, do not choose one of their chocolate flavors. Their fruity flavors or white cakes tend to be much less intense with the sweetness. Be aware that not all flavors are sold everyday, so check their website if you want something to see if it's sold that day. I've been pretty annoyed that I can't seem to get nutritional information for any of their food. Employees are clueless about it, and it isn't available on their website either. $2 per cupcake. They also sell chilled and warm coffees. Decent seating here too. Lots of two-person tables and bar stool seating. They don't have their own parking lot, but parking around here usually isn't so bad. You might have to walk two blocks - tops. As a bonus note, if you haven't looked into it, Scratch Cupcakery also offers a "Cupcake Tour". Pick up a cupcake tour card, try lots of their flavors, and make it a challenge to try all of the flavors that they sell. I'm a bit annoyed that I can only try "one" flavor per day (instead of stopping in and picking up a box of six to last most of the week), so I have to stop in pretty regularly.

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    Vince L.

    I was overwhelmed when we went in to this store! Incredible smells and awesome displays! We didn't know where to start. We were just driving through town and saw this and decided to check it out. Very glad we did! My daughter was frustrated by trying to decide which ONE to get - I made her day (and mine) when I said to get a dozen. That even proved to be difficult. So many choices! We took 10 different kinds home and ate a few there. There really wasn't a bad flavor in the bunch. The only thing I would say, from my families experience, is if you don't normally like a flavor combination you probably won't like it in a cupcake format. Stay with what you like and you will NOT be disappointed! We will be stopping there every time we head by now!

    A dozen happy thoughts.
    Amy A.

    Trying to find parking downtown is also worth it once you get to scratch cupcakes. You are welcome by delicious smells and friendly smiles. A very nice girl welcome me and offered to help me right away. I knew I wanted a dozen cupcakes to take to work but the bad part is I couldn't choose between the flavors. There are so many delicious varieties with different flavors that make you want to have one of each. I'm partial to anything chocolate or peanut butter but I like to try the odd varieties as well. Today they had one that was a lemon chocolate chip cupcake with chocolate frosting and Oreos on top but I didn't get that one to try. I didn't know if my employees would be brave enough to eat that one. The place is really clean and very tidy. No-frills here except for the cupcakes. At two dollars a cupcake it's not too bad of price. It makes a nice treat every once in a while. And the best part is I'm supporting a local favorite.

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    Karin L.

    Okay I have to be honest about my cupcake reviews -- because cupcakes are an über serious issue, right? Scratch cupcakes are too thick/rich/heavy for me. I prefer the cake to be lighter as if I could inhale it, which I probably will if it's my preferred texture. I have never been able to finish an entire cupcake at this place in one sitting - that's how heavy and rich it is. But hey -- if that's what you're looking for in a cupcake go for it! I did watch a lady eat an entire box of these at a cheerleading competition once but we won't get into that right now . . . bottom line is the cupcakes are too heavy for me. That being said - the flavors are great and interesting. Great frosting, great toppings, and creative ideas. They can even turn your favorite cupcake into a shake - which I prefer! The place in clean and the bakers are friendly. If it's a busy time of year like back to school or family weekend they will have a line out the door so plan ahead. Everyone has to try this place when you visit Cedar Falls at least once!

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    Amazing bakery, extremely friendly staff, helpful in every way, a huge hit for birthday party!

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    4 years ago

    Always so yummy and a wide variety of cupcakes and cookie dough, I went during Valentine's Day and they had so many options!!

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    5 years ago

    Such great cupcakes, even greater staff! I've only been in a couple times, but the girls are always so chatty and sweet!

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    12 years ago

    Best cupcakes anywhere! You can't beat the price and it is my favorite stop when I am in Iowa. Better yet.....they deliver!!!

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    9 years ago

    Delicious! I only tried the vanilla with chocolate buttercream frosting but it was great. The chocolate was curiously salty. Will be back!

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    9 years ago

    Amazing cupcakes fresh, yummy and friendly service! Great location. Wedding day chocolate and Raspberry love.

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