City Bakers Collective

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About City Bakers Collective

City Bakers Collective offers a variety of sweet treats. The Almond and Hummingbird cake is soft and fresh, with cream cheese icing that may be too sweet for some. The Tahini Brownie is rich and delicious, while the Apple Pie Cake strikes a perfect balance of cake and pie. The Beef Guinness Hand Pie is a standout. The cake-by-the-pound chocolate cake is moist and packed with flavor, and the dairy-free option makes it a treat for lactose intolerant folks. Top favorites include the Cowboy cookies, squares like lemon, pecan, and salty millionaires, and the gluten-free Persian cake that even gluten-tolerant people will love. Butter tarts and sourdough from Blackbird are also popular. Everything is made fresh from scratch using simple ingredients, and the bakery offers meat or veggie pies as well.

The store feels homey and earthy, which customers appreciate. Service is quick and friendly, though there are no seating options, and customers may need to wait outside during busy times. The bakery is known for its delicious, freshly made treats served from a counter, including the Hummingbird Cake, Tahini Brownie, and lemon tart, all at reasonable prices. The Hummingbird Cake has a moist banana cake texture with bits of banana and pineapple, spiced with cinnamon, and topped with light cream cheese frosting with lemon and walnut crunch. The miso peanut butter cookie is also a must-try, expertly balancing savory and sweet flavors.

While some find the icing on the spiced cake a bit much and prefer to scrape it off, the treats are generally well-loved. The bakery has gluten-friendly options and loaves of bread available, making it a favorite spot for many seeking freshly baked goods on Danforth East.