1st Birthday Cake Pretoria East — Beautiful Cakes by Local Bakers
When planning your baby’s first birthday or cake smash photoshoot, one of the biggest decisions is choosing the right baker. Moms all across Pretoria East search for 1st Birthday Cake Pretoria East options that are safe, beautiful, baby-friendly and, most importantly… baked with love.
Pretoria East is FULL of incredibly talented small/home bakers — many of whom specialize in gentle buttercream cakes that photograph beautifully for cake smash sessions.
If you’re planning a cake smash photoshoot, reach out and lets celebrate your little one’s first birthday to the fullest!
Top Home Bakers in Pretoria East (Garsfontein, Faerie Glen, Olympus, Silverlakes, Equestria, Moreleta Park)
These are trusted, mom-recommended bakers known for working with first birthday themes, soft buttercream styles and smash-cake-friendly textures.
1. Sweetly Baked by Sonja – Faerie Glen
Specialty: Ombre cakes, pastel smash cakes, soft piping
WhatsApp: 082 809 4490
Instagram: @sweetly_baked_sonja
Area: Faerie Glen
Why moms love her: Baby-safe buttercream, consistent and picture-perfect finishes.
2. Cakey Delights by Monique – Garsfontein
Specialty: Buttercream cakes, floral designs, cute first birthday themes
WhatsApp: 072 147 2310
Facebook: Cakey Delights by Monique
Area: Garsfontein
Why moms love her: Her cakes are soft, neat and perfect for smash sessions.
3. Anna’s Cake Studio – Moreleta Park
Specialty: Smash cakes, light-colour themes, name toppers
WhatsApp: 061 442 1913
Instagram: @annascakestudio
Area: Moreleta Park
Why moms love her: Great with briefed themes + fantastic pastel work.
4. Butter & Bloom Cakes – Silverlakes
Specialty: Elegant cakes, nude cakes, delicate textures
WhatsApp: 083 556 4021
Instagram: @butterandbloomcakes
Area: Silverlakes
Why moms love her: Classic “cake smash perfect” look — no fondant, clean lines.
5. Cake Me Happy by Roxy – Olympus
Specialty: Themed buttercream cakes (wild one, princess, boho, safari)
WhatsApp: 076 223 0049
Facebook: Cake Me Happy – Roxy
Area: Olympus / Pretoria East
Why moms love her: Affordable + great with boy and girl themes.
6. The Cake Pantry by Jana – Menlyn
Specialty: Semi-naked cakes, light colours, smash-friendly styles
WhatsApp: 082 781 7032
Instagram: @thecakepantry_sa
Area: Menlyn / Ashlea Gardens
Why moms love her: Perfect for simple, elegant smash cakes.
7. Sugar Whisk Cakes – Equestria
Specialty: Soft swirl cakes, pastel colours, delicate piping
WhatsApp: 078 292 5508
Instagram: @sugarwhiskcakes
Area: Equestria
Why moms love her: Great value + neat, adorable finishes.
8. Kerry’s Cakery – Lynnwood Glen
Specialty: Character themes (Bunny, Bear, Safari, Princess), smash cakes
WhatsApp: 083 267 1669
Facebook: Kerry’s Cakery PTA
Area: Lynnwood Glen
Why moms love her: She brings themes to life while keeping the cake smash-friendly.
9. Velvet Crumbs Cakes – Faerie Glen
Specialty: Pretty, minimalistic designs, modern buttercream work
WhatsApp: 061 221 3450
Instagram: @velvetcrumbs_sa
Area: Faerie Glen
Why moms love her: Ultra-clean style — amazing for photography.
10. Cake by Carina – Mooikloof Ridge
Specialty: Mini smash cakes, gentle pastel tones, small buttercream characters
WhatsApp: 081 795 2234
Instagram: @cakes.by.carina
Area: Mooikloof / Pretoria East
Why moms love her: Friendly pricing + beautiful work.
11. Baked by Adéle – Constantia Park
Specialty: Pretty pink cakes, girly birthday designs, swirls & bows
WhatsApp: 084 444 9002
Facebook: Baked by Adele
Area: Constantia Park
Why moms love her: Neat and sweet — lovely for baby girls.
12. Cakes & Sprinkles by Danielle – Erasmuskloof
Specialty: Buttercream ruffles, Minnie Mouse, pastel rainbows
WhatsApp: 072 889 5701
Instagram: @cakes_and_sprinkles_danielle
Area: Erasmuskloof
Why moms love her: Quality cakes that photograph beautifully.
A Photographer’s Tip: What Works Best for Cake Smash Sessions
For cake smash photos, choose:
Soft buttercream
Pastels (sage, cream, dusty pink, baby blue, beige)
Minimal toppings
NO fondant (hard, doesn’t smash well)
No bright red/blue (stains skin)
If you are rather looking for bakers in other areas, Iv’t got you covered!
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Final Thoughts on 1st Birthday Cake Pretoria East
Pretoria East has some of the most talented small home bakers in the city — each bringing their own creativity, style and love to your baby’s special day. Whether you need a simple smash cake or a beautifully themed first birthday showstopper, there’s a baker in Faerie Glen, Garsfontein, Moreleta or Olympus who will create the perfect cake for your little one.
Support local. Celebrate big.
And when you’re ready to capture the magic, my warm Pretoria studio is here to help you make unforgettable memories.
