Dolce Bakery

What Dolce Bakery does

Dolce Bakery is a single-location scratch bakery founded in 2007 by Erin Brown, operating a retail storefront in Prairie Village, Kansas, that serves the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. The company produces custom cakes, cupcakes, decorated sugar cookies, and themed dessert collections tied to local sports franchises (Kansas City Chiefs, Royals, KC Current), collegiate teams, and pop-culture events (notably a Taylor Swift / Swiftie collection). In addition to the retail storefront, the business runs a Shopify-based e-commerce channel offering nationwide cookie shipping and operates an adjacent event-venue sub-brand called The Space, marketed through a dedicated @TheSpacebyDolce Instagram.

Revenue is generated across three channels: in-store retail, e-commerce orders processed through Shopify, and event-venue rentals from The Space, supplemented by wedding and corporate catering. Pricing examples include heart cakes at approximately $26.50, cookie platters starting around $71.50, and venue rental rates between $75 and $225 per hour. A partnership with Broadway Cafe & Roasting Co adds a retail Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate SKU, modestly extending basket size beyond baked goods.

The technology stack is conventional for a small specialty retail and e-commerce business: Shopify for storefront and order management, Google Analytics for traffic and conversion analytics, and Flodesk for email marketing. The company is privately held by its founder, has no outside investors, no disclosed funding rounds, no announced headcount, and no public AI/ML initiatives. Distribution is heavily concentrated in the Kansas City metro, with a secondary direct-to-consumer shipping channel for cookies providing national reach.

Name

Dolce Bakery

Legal name

Dolce Bakery

Website

https://dolcebakes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Dolce Bakery is a single-location scratch bakery in Prairie Village, Kansas, founded in 2007 by Erin Brown, producing custom cakes, decorated cookies, and themed dessert collections for weddings, corporate events, and consumer occasions via retail, Shopify e-commerce, and an event-venue sub-brand.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Bakery

NAICS

Baked Goods Retailers (445291), Retail Bakeries (311811)

SIC

Retail-Eating Places (5812)

akta.pro primary industry

Cake Shops & Custom Celebration Cakes (THAFAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Online Bakery & Desserts Delivery (CRAHAIAK), Dessert & Bakery Catering (Cakes, Pastries, Candy) (HSACAGAI), Dessert-First Bakeries (Cupcakes, Cookies, Brownies) (THAFAFAH)

Keywords

• Custom cakes
• Wedding desserts
• Specialty cookies
• Catering services
• Event venue rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Prairie Village

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Retail baked goods sales: One-time sales of freshly baked goods including cakes, cupcakes, cookies, bars, and specialty items. Products are available for immediate pickup or nationwide shipping for select items.
2. Event venue rental (The Space): Rental of private event space called 'The Space' located next to the main bakery, accommodating up to 50 guests. Venue is rented by the hour with different pricing for day/evening and weekday/weekend slots.
3. Catering services: Catering orders for events including breakfast platters, dessert bars, wedding desserts, and custom cake orders for weddings and special occasions.
4. Wedding cake and dessert services: Custom wedding cakes, tasting boxes, dessert tables, and wedding-themed sugar cookies. Orders placed through wedding inquiry form with 50% deposit required.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Dolce Bakery produces and sells handcrafted, from-scratch baked goods from a single retail location in Prairie Village, Kansas. Its catalog spans custom cakes, cupcakes, sugar cookies, classic cookies, bars and bites, cinnamon rolls, and specialty beverages, sold via walk-in retail, Shopify-powered online ordering for pickup, and limited nationwide shipping. Beyond retail, the company offers wedding cake design, event catering, and an adjacent private event venue called "The Space."

Product overview

Dolce Bakery is a scratch bakery offering a diverse portfolio of handcrafted baked goods and event services. Core products include custom cakes (Chocolate Blackout, Vanilla Cream, Red Velvet), cupcakes, sugar cookies, classic cookies, bars and bites, cinnamon rolls, and specialty beverages. The company operates multiple themed product lines including Swiftie Collection (Taylor Swift album-themed cakes and cookies), Chiefs Collection (KC Chiefs fan merchandise), Royals Collection (KC Royals baseball items), Collegiate Collection (KU, KSU, Mizzou university themes), and Soccer/World Cup Collection. Additional offerings include a Cake Tasting Box for wedding planning, nationwide shipped cookies, Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate, and Lattes To Go. Services encompass wedding cake design, catering for events, and event venue rental through 'The Space' (accommodating up to 50 guests). All products are made from scratch in small batches without preservatives.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Space by Dolce Bakery: An event venue space for gatherings, located next door to Dolce Bakery at 3924 W 69th Terrace, Prairie Village, KS. Suitable for showers, birthdays, meetings, rehearsal dinners, micro-weddings, workshops, classes, and corporate events. Seating for up to 50 people.

Products and services

• Cakes Handcrafted custom cakes in Chocolate Blackout, Vanilla Cream, and Red Velvet, with themed varieties including Heart Cakes, tiered wedding cakes, birthday cakes, Swiftie, sports, and collegiate fan cakes. Sold to individual consumers and event planners via the Shopify storefront and in-store.
• Cupcakes Cupcakes topped with vanilla cream cheese icing in standard and mini sizes, with themed options for celebrations and sports fans. Sold to individual consumers for pickup.
• Sugar Cookies Royal iced sugar cookies with a hint of lemon and vanilla cream cheese icing, available in themed sets for weddings, birthdays, Swiftie collections, and sports celebrations. Sold to individual consumers, wedding clients, and gift buyers.
• Cookies Classic cookies including chocolate chunk, snickerdoodles, coconut macaroons, and confetti cookies, available individually, in platters, or shipped nationwide. Sold to individual consumers and gift buyers.
• Bars & Bites Assorted bars and bite-sized treats including brownies, lemon bars, oatmeal cream pies, confetti cookie sandwiches, and seasonal offerings, crafted in small batches from scratch without preservatives. Sold to individual consumers.
• Cinnamon Rolls Hand-made yeast-raised sweet rolls with cinnamon-sugar swirl finished with vanilla cream cheese icing; available in sets of 6 standard rolls or 24 mini rolls. Sold to individual consumers, especially for graduations and breakfast occasions.
• Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate 32 oz cold brew concentrate made with Broadway Cafe & Roasting Co coffee beans, yielding four 16oz cold brew coffees; stays fresh for two weeks refrigerated. Sold to individual consumers via the Shopify storefront.
• Lattes To Go 32 oz jar containing four 8oz lattes in Vanilla, Caramel, Mocha, Salted Honey, Cinnamon Roll, or Teddy Graham flavors, ready to serve cold or heated. Sold to individual consumers and gift buyers.
• Shipped Cookies Classic cookie assortments available for nationwide shipping via USPS Priority Mail, including 6-cookie and 12-cookie boxes, with Chiefs-themed options. Heat-sealed packaging extends shelf life for shipping. Sold to out-of-state individual consumers and gift givers.
• Swiftie Collection Taylor Swift-themed cakes and sugar cookies celebrating each album era including Debut, Fearless, Speak Now, Red, 1989, Reputation, Lover, Folklore, Evermore, Midnights, and The Tortured Poets Department. Sold to Taylor Swift fans via the Shopify storefront.
• Chiefs Collection Kansas City Chiefs fan merchandise including cakes, cupcakes, cookie cakes, sugar cookie sets, snack boxes, and gluten-free friendly options featuring team colors and player themes. Sold to KC Chiefs fans for game-day gatherings.
• Royals Collection Kansas City Royals baseball fan merchandise featuring Crown Town Cakes, Blue Drip Cakes, baseball-themed designs, confetti cookies, and snack boxes for game-day celebrations. Sold to KC Royals fans.
• Collegiate Collection University-themed products for KU Jayhawks, KSU Wildcats, and Mizzou Tigers fans, including heart cakes, cookie cakes, and sugar cookie sets with school spirit branding. Sold to college sports fans and graduation parties.
• Soccer Collection (World Cup) Soccer and World Cup themed products including GOOOOAL! Cakes, Kickoff Cakes, Team USA boxes, and KC Current (women's soccer) themed items. Sold to soccer fans and KC Current supporters.
• Graduation Collection Graduation-themed cakes, cupcakes, sugar cookie sets, cookie platters, and party treats celebrating academic achievements with customizable school options. Sold to graduating students and families.
• Gluten Free Friendly Collection Gluten free friendly versions of popular cakes made in a scratch kitchen; produced on shared equipment (not recommended for those with celiac disease). Sold to individual consumers seeking gluten-free options.
• Cake Tasting Box Curated box containing 6 assorted cake samples with icing (Vanilla with Vanilla Pastry Cream, Almond with Raspberry Cream Icing, Lemon with Lemon Curd, Chocolate with Chocolate Espresso Icing, Red Velvet, and Pumpkin Spice). Designed for engaged couples, party planners, or cake enthusiasts. Sold one weekend per month.
• Catering Services Custom catering for weddings and events including dessert bars, tiered cakes, cookie platters, breakfast items, scones, granola, and full dessert spreads, with delivery and setup depending on availability and distance. Sold to corporate clients and event planners in the Kansas City metro via the catering inquiry form.
• Wedding Services Wedding cake design and dessert services including large tiered cakes, cookie cakes, dessert tables, iced sugar cookies, and handcrafted favors. Includes design appointments and custom cake consultations with a 50% deposit. Sold to engaged couples and wedding planners via the wedding inquiry form.
• The Space (Event Venue Rental) Private event venue rental space at 3924 W. 69th Terrace accommodating up to 50 guests, available for showers, birthdays, meetings, rehearsal dinners, micro-weddings, workshops, and corporate events. Includes tables, chairs, 85-inch Samsung Frame TV, WiFi, bluetooth speakers, customizable lighting, and private restrooms. Priced $75-$225/hour with a 2-hour minimum.

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Milk Bar: Christina Tosi-founded retail bakery offering cakes, cookies, and shipped nationwide treats with a strong digital and gifting channel. Comparable premium DTC bakery model with similar product breadth.
• Nothing Bundt Cakes: Specialty bundt cake retail franchise with 400+ locations and robust catering/gifting channel. Highly comparable specialty cake retail model targeting celebrations and events.
• Sprinkles Cupcakes: Iconic cupcake-focused retail bakery with storefronts and nationwide shipping via Sprinkles ATM and online ordering. Closely mirrors Dolce's DTC custom-cupcake and nationwide-ship model.
• Crumbs Bake Shop: Specialty cupcake retail chain with both physical stores and online ordering of oversized cupcakes. Same large-format specialty cupcake retail model as Dolce's premium cupcake tiers.
• Georgetown Cupcake: DC-founded cupcake specialty retail chain with nationwide shipping. Operates as a multi-format retail bakery DTC brand, closely aligned with Dolce's cupcake and cookie assortment.
• SusieCakes: West Coast retail bakery chain offering scratch-made cakes, cupcakes, and cookies with nationwide shipping. Closely comparable in scratch positioning, custom cakes, and online channel.
• Magnolia Bakery: NY-based retail bakery famous for custom celebration cakes, cupcakes, and banana pudding with both physical locations and online ordering. Same celebration-occasion retail cake model as Dolce.
• Carlo's Bakery: Hoboken-based custom cake and pastry shop known for elaborate wedding and occasion cakes with multiple retail locations and mail-order. Highly comparable custom celebration cake focus.
• Baked by Melissa: NYC-founded mini-cupcake retail and DTC brand with strong nationwide shipping and gifting focus. Comparable bite-sized cupcake model and digital-first expansion strategy.

Regional players

• Andre's Confiserie Suisse: Long-standing Kansas City-area Swiss pastry and confectionery shop with custom cakes and wedding services. Most direct geographic competitor to Dolce in the KC metro celebration cake market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/dolcebakery
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dolcebakery

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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