Artisan cake display at VANELA CAKES
Sanford's Artisan Bakery & Café

Every Celebration Deserves a Cake as Memorable as the Moment Itself

Handcrafted cakes, specialty coffee, and custom dessert orders — made to order for your table or your event.

Baker decorating a cake at VANELA CAKES

Built on Craft, Sustained by Community

VANELA CAKES was founded with a single conviction: that a cake should be the centerpiece of every milestone — not an afterthought.

From our kitchen in Sanford, we bake every order from scratch using quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a large celebration, we bring the same standard of care to every tier, every flavor, and every detail.

Our café is open for coffee, pastries, and casual bites — and our custom cake service is available by appointment. Visit us, call us, or email us to discuss your vision.

100% Made from Scratch
Custom Design & Flavors
Sanford Locally Owned

From the Café Counter to Your Celebration Table

Every item is made in-house. Every order is crafted to your specifications.

Custom Celebration Cakes

Weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and milestones — designed and baked entirely to your taste, flavor, and vision.

Café & Pastries

Specialty coffee, espresso drinks, fresh pastries, and light bites — available daily at our Sanford location.

Event & Catering Orders

Dessert tables, cupcake towers, and bulk cake orders for corporate events, parties, and private functions.

Signature Flavors

Classic red velvet, chocolate ganache, lemon ricotta, and rotating seasonal flavors — all baked fresh daily.

Come See Us in Sanford

Walk in for coffee and pastries, or call ahead to place a custom cake order. We're here when you need us.

Hours

Monday – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Ready to Order Your Cake?

Call us or send an email to discuss flavors, sizes, and design. Custom orders require advance notice — reach out early for the best selection.

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