Celebrate the holidays with Locally-Owned Bundt Cake Bakery
Festive Flavors
Food and Dining: Nothing Bundt Cakes
By Angie Helvey, Contributing Writer | Photos by Malaina Kinne
There are plenty of reasons to love Nothing Bundt Cakes. From the moist, fudgy cakes blanketed in cream cheese frosting to the warm smiles and convenient service model, this bakery never misses, even pairing its delectable creations with fun and colorful decorations guaranteed to make any celebration extra special!
The Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise was founded in 1997 by Dena Tripp and Debbie Shwetz in their home kitchens and has since grown into a brand that values high-quality ingredients, hand-crafted recipes, and the warmth of genuine hospitality. Bundt Boss Carla Mayes worked with the company in Texas before moving to Oregon and opening the Beaverton location in 2016, followed by Hillsboro in 2020. “We’re all about making a difference in the community through sharing cake and spreading joy,” she says. “That’s what sold me on the brand.”
There are 12 tasty cake flavors to choose from year-round, all generously adorned with their thick and creamy signature frosting: signature Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Red Velvet, Lemon, White Chocolate Raspberry, gluten-free Chocolate Chip Cookie and more! This includes the new gluten-free Lemon Raspberry, which has been wildly popular since its release. Besides the well-loved classics, rotating surprise-featured flavors and limited-time pop-ups are always a delight.
Holidays are the busiest for Nothing Bundt Cakes, and they come with themed varieties and decorations. “It’s a special time, and we’re excited to celebrate with our customers,” Carla says. Pumpkin Spice is back in action as the featured flavor, and seasoned guests can attest to the hearty pumpkin flavor with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon. The “Taste of Autumn Collection”’ of pop-up Bundlet flavors includes Chocolate Toffee Crunch and Caramel Apple Cider, which pair perfectly with hot beverages, cozy scarves and sweaters.
Baked fresh on-site daily, cake sizes are designed to serve any group, including 8-inch and 10-inch individual and tiered options, personal bundlets that serve one to two people and bite-size bundintis sold by the dozen. The tiered cake is perfect for a bigger group and serves up to 28 people. The rich, creamy frosting can be piped with their signature petals or their drizzle for a more formal look.
Adding some themed aesthetic to your cakes is a must, and Nothing Bundt Cakes will adorn them with fun and colorful decorations for any occasion. Decked out in holiday swag, big bows, and cute toppers, the cakes come wrapped in cellophane for an elevated presentation that is easy to transport. Several designs are new or up-and-coming this year for the holiday season, like the “Witch Way to the Cake” for Halloween.
This is not your typical bakery. It’s designed to be the ultimate convenience for last-minute occasions! Guests can add party packs with plates, napkins, in-store candles, cards, and gift items, making it a one-stop shop. Orders can be placed in person, via phone, online, or through third-party delivery apps, including Grubhub, Doordash, Ubereats and EZCater. Unless it’s a significant holiday, most items can be ready in an hour or less. The company recently launched an app connected to the new loyalty program, allowing guests to earn “Joy Points” with every purchase to redeem in the app or in the bakery.
Unsurprisingly, Nothing Bundt Cakes’ moist, luscious creations have many loyal fans. “We call them our Bundt Ambassadors,” Carla explains. “They understand the wow factor of our product and join us for their special occasions. It’s fun to be part of all their everyday celebrations.” Customers can join the Email Club to be the first to hear about new flavors, limited-time offers and special deals.
Giving back to the community is a cornerstone of the Nothing Bundt Cakes brand. That includes giving away free cakes, donating to charities, partnering with local communities for events and fundraising for schools. Any local schools or other organizations who would like to partner for a fundraiser should email the bakery directly at hillsboro-or@nothingbundtcakes.com or beaverton@nothingbundtcakes.com.
Nothing Bundt Cakes Hillsboro is located at 2037 NW 185th Ave, Hillsboro, and the Beaverton location is at 11629 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Beaverton. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 am to 7 pm and 10 am to 3 pm on Sundays. Please give them a call at 503-433-5018, or visit their website at www.nothingbundtcakes.com.