Dylan YoungYes, I’m one of those people who love desserts for breakfast. I find eating a cupcake a great way to start my day because it always whips up joy in me.
It’s a small treat I can hold with my palm. It’s dense and moist, and every bite is a sweet explosion that makes me smile!
Fortunately, there are many bakeries in Toronto that can satisfy my cravings when I don’t feel like baking my own.
If you’re a fellow cupcake lover, check out these bakeries in the city because they serve some of the best cupcakes ever!
- Toronto Cupcake
- The Flower Cake Café
- Short and Sweet Bakeshop
- The Sweet Spot Cakes
- Bobbette and Belle Artisanal Pastries
- The Cupcake Shoppe
- Frosted Flavors
- Sweet Bliss Baking Company
- Sweet Flour Bake Shop
- Ampersand Bakehouse
- Caked Coffee
- Cupcake Paradize
- Bunner’s Bakeshop
- Velvet Lane Cakes and Cafe
- Almond Butterfly Bakeshop Cafe
- Phipps Bakery and Dessert Shop
- Tori’s Bakeshop
Toronto Cupcake
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Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday—7 am to 10 pm
Contact Number: +16474789464
Toronto Cupcake has no storefront because it’s an online bakery. That’s why I didn’t hear about it at first.
But when I tried some of their cupcakes during a friend’s birthday, I knew I had to try ordering myself. Now, I’ve ordered from multiple times!
Right now, my favorite cupcake is the chocolate peanut butter variation. I’ve always been a chocolate-peanut butter defender, so it’s not a surprise that this is my favorite flavor here. It’s not overly sweet, and the buttercream topping is smooth and velvety.
| Pro Tip: This bakery welcomes custom orders for corporate branding events and special occasions like weddings and birthdays. |
The Flower Cake Café
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Address: 20 St Patrick St, Grange Tower Development
Operating Hours:
- Monday—8 am to 5 pm
- Tuesday—7:30 am to 5 pm
- Wednesday to Friday—7:30 am to 6 pm
- Saturday—9:30 am to 4 pm
Contact Number: +14167925880
The Flower Cake Café is a hidden gem inside the Grange Tower Development. It specializes in Korean-inspired treats and drinks, and it also has a cozy interior that invites you to sit back and relax for a good long while.
The jumbo red velvet cupcake is a must-try. I love the sweet-tangy combo that I get from the cupcake itself and the cream cheese frosting, and there’s also a strong hint of buttery goodness. It’s also massive for a cupcake, so I feel full after eating this.
| Pro Tip: For the best experience, pair your cupcake with a drink. I recommend the blue matcha lemonade because it’s a refreshing drink. |
Short and Sweet Bakeshop
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Address: 1945 Avenue Rd
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday to Friday—11 am to 5 pm
- Saturday—11 am to 3 pm
Contact Number: +14165194441
Short and Sweet Bakeshop keeps ruining my diet—not that I’m mad about it because the treats here are always so good. The cupcakes, in particular, are worth risking my self-imposed diet for.
I can’t resist the double chocolate cupcake because it’s the epitome of decadent goodness.
Once autumn rolls around, my go-to order is the pumpkin spice cupcake. I love how cinnamony it tastes; it reminds me of my childhood eating all kinds of pumpkin-spiced treats.
| Pro Tip: If you want to commission cupcakes for weddings and other special events, you should send an inquiry via the contact form. You can also call or send an email to [email protected]. |
The Sweet Spot Cakes
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Address: 4383 Bathurst St, North York
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday—9 am to 5 pm
- Saturday and Sunday—10 am to 2 pm
Contact Number: +16473544321
The Sweet Spot Cakes makes visually stunning cakes and cupcakes. Every time I order something from this bakery, I have to snap a picture because it just looks so pretty!
I love getting myself a cupcake bouquet, especially when I’m feeling down. It’s called a bouquet because the cupcakes are decorated to look like flowers. As for the flavor, I usually choose chocolate, but sometimes I opt for the classic vanilla.
| Pro Tips: Do you want to get started on baking and/or decorating cupcakes? You might want to book a class here. If you want to book a custom order, you should fill out this form. |
Bobbette and Belle Artisanal Pastries
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Address: 1121 Queen St E
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday—11 am to 5 pm
- Wednesday to Sunday—9 am to 6 pm
Contact Number: +14164668800
The best way to describe Bobbette and Belle Artisanal Pastries is that their products merge the timeless elegance of vintage designs and eye-catching modern styles. As a result, the cakes and cupcakes look so beautiful and unique.
As a chocolate lover, my favorite thing to order is the ultimate chocolate because it’s just oozing with lots of choco goodness. The mango passionfruit cupcake is another one of my favorites. It’s sweet and refreshing, with a hint of fruity tartness.
| Pro Tip: This bakery has its own cookbook. Buy it here! |
The Cupcake Shoppe
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Address: 2587 Yonge St
Operating Hours:
- Monday and Saturday—11 am to 5 pm
- Tuesday to Friday—11 am to 6 pm
- Sunday—12 to 5 pm
Contact Number: +14163226648
Located in the bustling neighborhood of Yonge and Eglington, The Cupcake Shoppe truly is a paradise for cupcake lovers. There are over 60 flavors to choose from here, and all of them are nut-free, so even people with nut allergies can treat themselves!
One of my favorite flavors is the Opposites Attract Cupcake, which is a vanilla cake base with chocolate fudge frosting. It’s a classic yet iconic flavor combo, and I can’t get enough of it every time.
| Pro Tip: You can book a custom order for corporate events. |
Frosted Flavors
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Address: 2198 A Queen St E
Operating Hours:
- Monday, Thursday to Sunday—10 am to 7 pm
- Wednesday—11 am to 7 pm
Contact Number: +14166901555
There’s just something so homey about Frosted Flavors. The cupcake flavors, in particular, bring me back to my childhood days, which is why I find myself coming back here often.
The menu is filled with so many cupcake options. So far, my favorite among the ones I’ve tried is the mint chocolate chip cupcake because I love that it’s sweet and leaves a lingering cool on my tongue. It doesn’t taste like toothpaste at all, which is a common complaint for this flavor.
| Pro Tip: If you’re planning a party, order a party platter from this bakery. |
Sweet Bliss Baking Company
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Address: 1304 A Queen St E
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Sunday—9 am to 1 pm
Contact Number: +14169167895
Located in Leslieville, Sweet Bliss Baking Company will truly give you sweet bliss with every cupcake and other sweet treat. This place also sells coffee, so it’s a great place for a quick breakfast before work.
Currently, the flavor options for cupcakes are limited, but don’t worry because they’re all good. I really like the carrot cupcake because it’s quite filling, making it an ideal snack.
The red velvet cupcake is also another one I recommend. The sharp tanginess from the frosting and the sweetness from the cake base make it so hard for me to resist this!
| Pro Tip: This bakery sells honey and homemade jams as well. Check them out! |
Sweet Flour Bake Shop
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Address: 130 Cawthra Ave #105
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Thursday—8 am to 5 pm
- Friday—8 am to 4 pm
- Sunday—12 to 5 pm
Contact Number: +14167632253
Sweet Flour Bake Shop is best known for its cookies, but its cupcakes are also worth the shoutout, in my opinion. I usually get them in batches, perfect for whenever I need a little bite but don’t want to go out.
My favorite flavor is the triple chocolate cupcake. The cake base itself is dense and moist, and at its center is a fudgy chocolatey filling. As if that’s not good enough, it’s then topped with a rich buttercream and a milk chocolate drizzle. My mouth is already drooling just typing this out!
| Pro Tip: This bakery has DIY kits if you want to practice your baking and cupcake decorating skills more. |
Ampersand Bakehouse
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Address: 1808 Danforth Ave
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Sunday—9 am to 2 pm
Contact Number: +16472847616
If you’re in the mood for gourmet cupcakes, then you should hit up Ampersand Bakehouse ASAP. This bakery offers fun cupcake flavors that I can’t find anywhere else, which is why I keep coming back here.
One of my go-to orders is the whiskey chocolate caramel cupcake. This one tastes super rich; the cake is moist, and the flavors keep dancing between sweet and slightly bitter. Sometimes I can even taste hints of nutty and smokey.
| Pro Tips: If you order online, keep in mind that the bakery takes a week to fulfill your order. You can rent a venue space at the bakery for birthday parties. This space has a play area, so it’s perfect for children!Having a wedding soon? Book custom orders here. |
Caked Coffee
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Address: 1651 Bloor St W
Operating Hours:
- Sunday and Monday—10 am to 6 pm
- Tuesday to Friday—8 am to 8 pm
- Saturday—10 am to 8 pm
Contact Number: +16476412033
If you’re vegan, then you’ll love Caked Coffee. This coffee shop serves vegan desserts like cookies and cupcakes that taste just as good as their vegan counterparts. There are even gluten-free options for people with celiac disease.
My go-to order here is the vanilla Biscoff cupcake. Every bite is indulgent; the cookie butter flavor is strong and complements well with the subtle vanilla. Plus, it’s topped with a Biscoff cookie that’s so sweet and crumbly.
| Pro Tip: Some cupcakes take at least 48 hours to prepare. To ensure you’ll get your order as soon as possible, I recommend ordering online ahead of time. |
Cupcake Paradize
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Address: 1115 Castlefield Ave
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Thursday—10 am to 7 pm
- Friday to Sunday—10 am to 8 pm
Contact Number: +16478573663
Another spot you’ll love if you’re vegan or sensitive to gluten is Cupcake Paradize. This bakery is also perfect if you love cupcakes with adorable decorations.
Chocolate Lover is undoubtedly my favorite flavor here, but sometimes, I also get the strawberry vanilla cupcake because I love how fruity it tastes.
The cookies and cream one is another recommendation of mine. It can get too sweet sometimes though, so I don’t finish it in one sitting.
| Pro Tips: Order cupcakes here for special occasions like weddings, graduations, and baptisms or christening. This bakery also serves bubble tea, so I recommend pairing your cupcake with it. You can’t go wrong with the classic milk tea, but personally, my favorite is the Ferrero milk tea. |
Bunner’s Bakeshop
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Address: 244 Augusta Ave
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday—10 am to 7 pm
Contact Number: +16473502975
At Bunner’s Bakeshop, you can find high-quality baked goods that are vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free. I didn’t know this before I came here for the first time, and I was pleasantly surprised. I couldn’t tell the difference between these products and their original counterparts!
So far, my favorite cupcake flavor is the masala chai latte cupcake. The center of this spiced cake is a caramel pudding that’s so silky and absolutely divine, and the whipped cream has strong chai flavors, with a hint of cinnamon. It’s such a delectable treat!
| Pro Tip: You can order custom cakes and cupcakes from this bakery for your wedding. |
Velvet Lane Cakes and Cafe
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Address: 173 King St E
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday to Thursday—8 am to 5 pm
- Friday—8 am to 6 pm
- Saturday—9 am to 6 pm
- Sunday—9 am to 4 pm
Contact Number: +14162624159
Sometimes I forget that the products on display at Velvet Lane Cakes and Cafe are cakes. I keep mistaking them for sculptures because they look so elegant and exquisite—almost like house decor you would find in manors back in the day!
I like getting the lemon raspberry cupcakes because I love the zing I get from the lemon’s and raspberry’s fruity tartness. The tart flavor is also mellowed down by the subtle sweetness of the vanilla buttercream.
| Pro Tips: You can order custom cakes and cupcakes for special occasions like weddings and birthdays. Level up your baking skills by taking one of their workshops here! |
Almond Butterfly Bakeshop Cafe
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Address: 100 Harbord St
Operating Hours:
- Sunday to Wednesday—9 am to 7 pm
- Thursday to Saturday—9 am to 9 pm
Contact Number: +14167927994
Almond Butterfly is a well-known brunch spot in Trinity-Bellwoods, but it also has a location that’s dedicated to baked goods and smoothies. This outlet, named Almond Butterfly Bakeshop and Cafe, is located in Harbord Village.
The one flavor I keep ordering here is the chocolate espresso cupcake. The sweet chocolate flavors complement really well with the strong and slightly bitter taste of the espresso. I can’t get enough of it!
| Pro Tips: There are gluten-free and/or vegan options here!I recommend pre-ordering online so that you’ll get your preferred flavor. |
Phipps Bakery and Dessert Shop
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Address: 420 Eglinton Ave W
Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday—9 am to 5 pm
Contact Number: +14164819111
Phipps Bakery and Dessert Shop has been around for about 40 years, and in that time, it has garnered a cult following in the neighborhood. And I can understand why: the treats here are absolutely delicious and comforting!
Their cupcakes are pretty simple: either vanilla with vanilla frosting or chocolate with chocolate frosting. They’re a go-to for sweet tooths who enjoy classic flavors.
| Pro Tip: If you’re interested in making a custom order, send an inquiry to [email protected]. |
Tori’s Bakeshop
– From: torisbakeshop
Address: 2188 Queen St E
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday—8 am to 5 pm
- Saturday and Sunday—9 am to 5 pm
Contact Number: +16473506500
Tori’s Bakeshop is such a cozy and picturesque bakery along Queen Street, making it a great spot for breakfast or brunch. It also helps that the products here are organic and plant-based, so vegans can be accommodated here.
I always get the seasonal pumpkin cupcakes because autumn is my favorite season, and anything pumpkin-flavored just feels cozy to me. Another flavor I like is the chocolate raspberry one. Not too sweet and tangy. I can devour several of these in one sitting!
| Pro Tip: If you order online, you can enjoy free delivery if your total exceeds C$80. |
