Ribbon Cake Delivery London and across the UK
Ribbon cake delivery across London and the UK. Sculptured buttercream ribbons worked into the sides and top of the cake, handmade to order in house or by vetted local bakers, and delivered fresh to your door. Never frozen.
Available in red, pink, blue, purple, orange, and other colours, and across all six My Baker signature flavours (chocolate, vanilla, Victoria Sponge, red velvet, lemon, and salted caramel are all in the ribbon cake range). Most cakes on our website are ready within 24 to 48 hours.
Need it tomorrow? Order by 3pm for next-day delivery across London and UK locations (see Where We Deliver) within 24-48 hours, 7 days a week.
Why Customers Choose My Baker for Ribbon Cake Delivery
My Baker fulfils London orders from its flagship bakery in Hendon, North West London. Beyond London, and occasionally within it, we work with a carefully selected network of vetted, trusted local baking partners who have been specifically assessed for this style. Every ribbon cake is made fresh to order and never frozen. Ribbon work in buttercream requires a precise hand; it needs to hold its shape in transit without marking. With more than 23,000 cakes delivered, we know how to package a structurally detailed cake so it arrives the way it left the bakery.
Ribbon and Bow Cakes: A Buying Guide
What Is a Ribbon Cake?
A ribbon cake has sculpted buttercream decoration applied to the outside of the sponge in ribbon, bow, or ruffled patterns. The most popular format is full-body ribbon, where the buttercream is worked into vertical ribbon-effect pleats or horizontal ruffles around the circumference of the cake. A bow can be added to the top as a centrepiece, or the decoration can run to the sides only with a clean flat top for personalised lettering or flowers.
Choosing a Colour
The collection currently includes ribbon cakes in red, pink, blue, purple, and orange. If you want a colour not shown in the range, leave a note in the cart; our bakers can match most shades with food-safe pigments. For a specific hex code, Pantone reference, or a colour matched to a dress or theme, note the reference in the cart or submit it via Design My Cake.
Which Occasions Work Best
Ribbon cakes are most often ordered for ladies' birthdays, bridal showers, baby showers, and anniversary occasions. The aesthetic reads formal and celebratory without being overdressed. Red ribbon cakes are popular for Valentine's Day and anniversary orders. Pink and blue ribbon cakes are the most frequently ordered for baby showers and baby reveals.
Sizing and Servings
A 6-inch round cake serves 8 to 16 people. An 8-inch serves 12 to 28, and a 10-inch serves 20 to 42. Ribbon cakes look visually larger than a smooth-finished cake at the same diameter because the ruffles add volume; check the actual serving count on the product page before ordering.
Dietary Options
Ribbon cakes can be made vegan, made without gluten, made without dairy, made without eggs, made without nuts, or halal. The ribbon and ruffle decoration works identically with plant-based buttercream. Select your requirements on the product page from the choices available. Our bakers work in kitchens where allergens are present; if you have a severe allergy triggered by traces, sadly we are not able to cater for you safely and will decline the order.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ribbon Cake Delivery
Can I get a ribbon cake delivered the next day in London and other parts of the UK?
Yes. Next-day ribbon cake delivery is available across most London postcodes and many wider UK postcodes for orders placed on our website before 3pm. Place your order and we will handle the rest. Give us a call on 020 3239 4399 if you need to confirm timing or capacity.
Can I choose a colour that isn't currently listed?
Yes. Leave your preferred colour in the cart notes and our bakers will match as closely as possible using food-safe pigments. For a specific Pantone or hex code, include that reference in the cart. Exact colour matching for a specific dress, theme, or branded event is best handled via Design My Cake, where we can confirm the match before committing.
What is the difference between a ribbon cake and a bow cake?
A ribbon cake refers to the decoration running around the body of the cake (vertical pleats, horizontal ruffles, or ribbon-effect bands). A bow cake has a three-dimensional sculpted bow as the main decorative element, usually sitting on top. Both are in this collection. The two terms are often used interchangeably; if you have a specific look in mind, reference images via Design My Cake or leave a description in the cart.
Can a ribbon cake be made for a man's birthday?
Yes, if the recipient would like one. Ribbon cakes in darker tones (navy, deep red, forest green) work well for men who prefer a structured, graphic finish. Browse the colour options or note your preference in the cart.
Will the ribbon buttercream mark during delivery?
Ribbon buttercream is chilled before packaging to firm the detail. The cake is boxed with internal supports. In warm weather, take the cake out of transit packaging immediately on arrival and keep it in a cool room.
Where do you deliver outside of London?
We cover many major towns and cities within the UK, including but not limited to Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff, Glasgow, Newcastle, Bristol, Liverpool and St Albans. Enter your postcode in our postcode checker to confirm delivery to your area.