Cakes by Amanda – Barre, MA: Hours, Menu & Directions

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16 Cat Aly, Barre, MA 01005

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Address16 Cat Aly, Barre, MA 01005

Phone(978) 257-8451

StyleCake shop

CountyWorcester County

Time zoneEastern Time

About Cakes by Amanda

Cakes by Amanda is a cake shop at 16 Cat Aly, close to the center of Barre.

It is one of 2 bakeries and sweet shops we list in Barre, which works out to one bakery per 2,816 residents. If you want to compare, Curious Cravings Bakery sits 3.5 mi from here.

We have not been able to confirm a full weekly schedule for Cakes by Amanda yet, so calling ahead at (978) 257-8451 is the safest bet. Bakeries often sell out of popular items by early afternoon.

What to order

Typical items at a cake shop like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Cake flavors

Devil's food chocolateDark chocolate cake made with cocoa and hot coffee, giving a deep, slightly bittersweet flavor and a very moist, tender crumb.
Red velvetButtermilk cake with a light cocoa note and vivid red color, traditionally layered with tangy cream cheese frosting.
Lemon chiffonAiry oil-based sponge brightened with fresh zest and juice; springy and tangy, a frequent pick for showers and summer weddings.
Almond wedding cakeWhite cake perfumed with almond extract and finely ground almonds, delicate and fragrant, long a classic choice for wedding tiers.

Fillings

Cookies & cream mousseWhipped vanilla mousse folded with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, giving a speckled look and soft crunch between layers.
Cannoli creamSweetened ricotta with mini chocolate chips and a hint of orange zest, borrowed from the Sicilian pastry shop.
Raspberry preservesTart, seedy raspberry jam spread between layers; it cuts through rich buttercream and leaves a vivid ribbon of color in each slice.
Lemon curdSilky, tangy curd cooked from lemon juice, eggs and butter, adding a bright, puckery layer to vanilla or almond cake.

Frostings & finishes

Ganache dripGlossy chocolate poured over a chilled cake so it runs down the sides in controlled drips, a popular modern finish.
Semi-naked finishThin scrape of buttercream that lets the cake layers peek through, giving a rustic look often dressed with fresh flowers or fruit.
American buttercreamWhipped butter and powdered sugar frosting, sweet and fluffy, easy to tint and pipe into borders, rosettes and lettering.
Swiss meringue buttercreamSatiny frosting made by whipping cooked egg whites and sugar with butter; less sugary and smooth enough for razor-sharp edges.