Sugar Beats Bake Shop

Sugar Beats Bake Shop is a custom bakery in Overland Park, Kansas, run by owner Ashley Westhoff. It makes wedding cakes, cupcakes and small desserts to order for couples across the Kansas City area. There is no walk-in counter. Everything is made by appointment and by advance order, so each cake is planned around your wedding rather than picked from a case.

Why they suit LGBTQ+ couples

This suits couples who want a cake that looks like them, not like a template. Every design starts from scratch, and the same person who meets you for the consultation is the one who bakes and delivers it. The bakery shows an LGBTQ+ friendly badge on its own site, which makes the first conversation easy.

What they offer

• Custom tiered wedding cakes and groom's cakes
• Cupcakes, mini desserts and full dessert spreads
• Flavors such as red velvet, pink champagne, vanilla almond, mocha, pistachio and strawberry
• Gluten-free cakes and help with other dietary needs
• Gold foil, hand-painted metallic detail and custom cake toppers
• Cake stands and cake accessories
• Delivery and setup at your venue

How they work

You start with a consultation and tasting at the shop, booked ahead. From there the design is worked out with you, including size, flavors and finish. Orders can also be placed online. The shop is closed on Mondays and works to appointments, so it is worth getting in touch early. On the day, the cake is delivered and set up for you.

Where they cover

The shop is on West 97th Street in Overland Park and serves Kansas City and the surrounding suburbs on both sides of the state line, including venues in Missouri.