EARLHAM BAKING COMPANY

Where every cake has a story to tell.

Bespoke cakes and confections handcrafted in Earlham, Iowa, to make your most cherished moments unforgettable. Proudly serving the Greater Des Moines metro.

Earlham Baking Co. is a home-based bakery, a favorite of locals, specializing in crafting bespoke cakes. Each cake I make is a unique masterpiece tailored to your individual story. From the grandeur of wedding celebrations to the intimate joy of personal milestones, I design my cakes to be the centerpiece of your most cherished moments. My dedication to personalized service and my love for the craft of baking make Earlham Baking Co. the perfect choice for those seeking a truly exceptional cake experience. Let me transform your celebration into a sweet memory, one delicious slice at a time.

A person wearing a black apron decorates a small dessert with pink frosting using a piping bag.
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A woman wearing a white shirt and a brown apron smiles as she frosts a wedding cake decorated with pink frosting in a modern kitchen.

MEET THE BAKER

I’m Shelley, the owner, artist and the heart and hands behind Earlham Baking Co. For me, cake design isn’t just baking, it’s artistry. Every delicate swirl of frosting, every precisely placed sugar flower, and every meticulously crafted design element reflects my deep appreciation for detail. As a proud Earlham native, my family and I returned to my roots in 2021. Establishing my in-home bakery was a natural extension of my love for baking and my connection to Earlham. I’m incredibly grateful for the support of our small community.

MENU

Menu for Earlham Baking Co. featuring cake and cupcake flavors, specialty icings, fillings, and flavor combos, with a logo that says 'the Earlham Baking Co. where every cake has a story to tell'.
Menu from Earlham Baking Co. listing various desserts including tray bakes, gourmet cookies, and dessert parfaits, with a QR code at the bottom right corner.
A cardboard box containing assorted slices of cake with labels, placed on a white table with a wrapped utensil set with a gold ribbon.

CAKE TASTING

To make sampling my flavors as easy as possible, I offer tasting boxes for $50. Each box contains two of your chosen flavors and three of my most popular. You can schedule a box for convenient pickup or request one to accompany our wedding consultation It's a great way to sample a variety of options from the comfort of your own home.

LET’S CHAT!

Whether you are planning a wedding or a simple get-together, use the following links to access my contact forms. Let me know how I can make your dessert dreams a reality!

Wedding Form
Inquiry Form