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    A Little Something Sweet

    4.7 (302 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Pecan sticky bun
    Ashley F.

    I AM NOT BEING DRAMATIC WHEN I SAY THIS STICKY BUN CHANGED MY LIFE. Okay, maybe just a LITTLE dramatic, but my god - it is GOOD. I drove nearly an hour round trip for this (thank you, pregnancy cravings) after seeing that this place has a highly acclaimed cinnamon bun, but when I walked in, the pecan sticky bun stole my heart. It is everything you could want and more. Soft, gooey, perfectly sweet, delectably dense, just absolute perfection. I'm bad with names but I believe Ash helped me, and they were also so sweet, too! I wish I lived closer but that probably won't stop me from being back.

    Cinnamon Rolls and Gingersnap Cookies.
    Will S.

    A little something sweet has been my go-to for years now. This petite bakery hidden in the back of a Starbucks anchored shopping center is no slouch. It is bright and inviting while still feeling homey and full of love! The staff are so sweet and inviting that you can feel the love that goes into their pastries and cakes. They have dozens of treats, quick pick items for parties, cakes, miniature desserts, and my personal favorite, the CINNAMON ROLL!! I have spent years perfecting my own recipe and sampling from every bakery around the country. It is the best cinnamon roll in South Orange County without question. It is gooey, warm, and behind it's light and flaky crust, the vanilla cream cheese frosting gets in between the soft layers pretending to be a mozzarella stick with cinnamon goodness "cheese" pulls that will make your mouth water. The vanilla cream cheese frosting is to die for. Their savory pastries are all made in house. They have gone through a few different versions from their take on the savory toaster strudel to roasted veggie croissants, but they always stand out for their quality and use of fresh ingredients. My wife's obsession is their lemon meringue pie bites. They are sweet, tangy, creamy, and the perfect touch of sour. My daughter's love their "no cake left behind" cake in a cup. A great way to get a rewarding yet not too filling piece of cake for your daily routine. Don't miss this stop when you're in the area. It's 100% worth the trip!

    Matt M.

    What a cute shop! Super friendly service, and I love the variety of offerings here. There's even more than baked goods! Cute decor pieces and decoration sets as well as some cards. I asked what was uniquely theirs, and was pointed to the No Cake Left Behind section. They take the extra pieces of cake from baking and layer it with yummy toppings, like you would see in a German chocolate cake. It's very good. I followed their recommendation and waited about 30min for it to come up to room temp. We also tried an almond coconut cookie, pistachio croissant, and 2 macarons (blueberry and watermelon). Everything was very good! The almond coconut cookie and German chocolate No Cake Left Behind were my favorites. Everything here is also very fairly priced. I'm definitely coming back!

    Elle C.

    I brought home one of their Cinnamon Rolls ($5.25) for hubby, who is a big fan of cinnamon rolls; these are superior to other places' typical pastry. After heating these in the microwave for 20 seconds (as instructed), these are moist-&-flavorful with a generous layer of frosting -- and appreciatively not overly sweet! I also enjoyed one of their Hand Pies (Custard was the flavor for that day), $2.95. Our thoughts are their No Cake Left Behind (chocolate cake cup, $5) was the least impressive of the treats we tasted; the cake was nice but the frosting didn't have us desiring more. We enjoyed the Cinnamon Roll (our favorite in this area, to date!) so much that I returned the following morning for more! Friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and efficient service. Fabulous find! Eager to taste more of their treats!

    Golf themed birthday cake

    I decided to get a custom cake about 12 days before the birthday party. Usually it's at least 14 day advance for custom cakes but they were able to accommodate the event. I went with a golf theme cake and it came out amazing! Everyone said how awesome the cake was. I usually expect nice cakes to lack flavor or be dry but this one wasn't! Myself and all my guests were raving about the cake flavor. We went with a white cake with raspberry and mini chocolate chip filling, it's one of their speciality creations. SO GOOD. I now have my go to spot for birthday cakes...highly recommend!

    They handed the cake to us without a box or cover -- just only the bare cake in an open tray. Price: $45
    Jungeun C.

    My husband ordered a birthday cake for me, but to my shock, the bakery handed it to him without any box or cover -- just the bare cake sitting on an open tray. Because there was no packaging, my husband had to place it on the floor of the car and drive very carefully to keep it safe. The lack of a box was not only inconvenient but also raised serious concerns about hygiene. A cake should always come in a proper box or protective packaging. Handing it over this way felt careless and completely unprofessional. For something that is supposed to be a special creation, this was extremely disappointing and absolutely not what I would expect from a bakery. The cake price was $45.

    Take and Bake Cinnamon Rolls
    Sheri M.

    This is a cute bakery with everything made from scratch. We started making it a tradition to purchase the take and bake cinnamon rolls for Christmas. You purchase them ahead of time with a pickup on Christmas eve. Everyone who works here are very nice and the rolls are easy to bake and delicious. They also go well with Champagne!

    Beautiful inside and out.
    Aura G.

    I needed a birthday cake for my mother -in-law's 75th birthday. I wanted to go to a local small business and reached out to Elizabeth and Sandy. They replied promptly, they had a good selection of flavors and combinations and they were willing to work within my budget. I gave them an idea of what I wanted and they did such an amazing job, I wanted to cry! The cake was beautiful, the icing and decor executed excellently and most of all, the cake was delicious! That to me is the most important thing! The celebrant and the guests loved it! I Elizabeth and Sandy are so warm and sweet and their shop is adorable. I cannot wait for another occasion so I can order again! Thank you!

    Vanilla cake and chocolate cake
    Maria L.

    Came in to pickup a last minute cake. I got a vanilla and chocolate cake. I preferred the chocolate, it was moist and had good flavor, the vanilla was less moist but still good flavor. The lady in the front was very nice and helped carry out the cakes, which I thought was very thoughtful. Would come back to try other pastries they had on display.

    Cinnamon roll
    Kimberly N.

    The best way to describe this bakery is a neighborhood hidden gem with magical surprises inside. From delicious treats to handmade gnomes to a genuinely kind fairy godmother, this place has it all! The chocolate croissant was among some of the tastiest I've had, and the cinnamon roll did not disappoint. My only regret was not buying more treats for me to eat throughout the week. The lady working there was the sweetest, most energetic person I've spoken to in a while, and her recommendations were spot on. My experience in the store felt catered to my wants from the moment I opened the door. Highly recommended stopping by this cute treasure trove of a bakery and stocking up for the week!

    Winny H.

    Cute little shop here in Lake Forest. They make custom orders cakes (as long as you put in your orders a few weeks in advance) and the prices vary depending on the labor and design of your custom cake. I came here for a few breakfast pastries and it was delicious. This store is super cute and when you walk in all you smell is sweets and butter. So you know they make everything here fresh. They even make their own flavored butter that are around $5 a jar. Their mini pies are $7 and they also have macarons, cookies, and cheesecake bars. Owners are very friendly and super nice. Will be back here soon.

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    Awesome mini cake cart. You got to try it. Flavorfull and fun way to get a dessert. Great service and super friendly.

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    They have a wonderful selection. I tried the cake cups and it was very moist and delicious.

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    The apple crown was just lovely. Sat near the fountain outside and enjoyed a peaceful little interlude on Sunday morning.

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    Is the shop by order only? Or can walk in purchases be done for items such as cupcakes or cookies?

    You can walk and grab items from the display case

    Any Vegan treats?

    That isn’t something we currently offer or specialize in - as all of our items contain butter for the most part. However it is something we are looking into for the future.

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