Cakes by Shandra LLC – Gary, IN: Hours, Menu & Directions

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8821 Hemlock Ln, Gary, IN 46403

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Address8821 Hemlock Ln, Gary, IN 46403

Phone(219) 455-9348

StyleCake shop

CountyLake County

Time zoneCentral Time

From city center5.8 mi east

About Cakes by Shandra LLC

You will find Cakes by Shandra LLC at 8821 Hemlock Ln in Gary, about 5.8 mi east of central Gary.

Our Gary directory counts 9 bakeries in total, roughly one for every 7,506 residents. Nearest alternative: Marsha's Sweet Stuff at 2612 Portage Mall, 3.7 mi away.

We have not been able to confirm a full weekly schedule for Cakes by Shandra LLC yet, so calling ahead at (219) 455-9348 is the safest bet. Bakeries often sell out of popular items by early afternoon.

What to order

Typical items at a cake shop like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

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Cake flavors

MarbleVanilla and chocolate batters swirled together in the pan, so each slice reveals its own ribbon pattern and two flavors.
ConfettiVanilla cake with rainbow sprinkles baked into the batter, leaving cheerful colored specks throughout; a long-standing birthday party favorite.
Spiced carrotDense, moist spice cake with grated carrot, cinnamon and chopped walnuts, sturdy enough to stack into multiple tiers.
Gluten-free vanillaVanilla layer cake made from a rice and tapioca flour blend, with a soft, even crumb for guests who avoid wheat.

Fillings

Cannoli creamSweetened ricotta with mini chocolate chips and a hint of orange zest, borrowed from the Sicilian pastry shop.
Raspberry preservesTart, seedy raspberry jam spread between layers; it cuts through rich buttercream and leaves a vivid ribbon of color in each slice.
Lemon curdSilky, tangy curd cooked from lemon juice, eggs and butter, adding a bright, puckery layer to vanilla or almond cake.
Dark chocolate ganacheMelted dark chocolate whisked with warm cream, setting into a dense, fudgy layer between chocolate or vanilla sponges.

Frostings & finishes

Stabilized whipped creamAiry, lightly sweetened cream held firm with a stabilizer; well suited to fruit cakes and kept refrigerated until serving.
Ganache dripGlossy chocolate poured over a chilled cake so it runs down the sides in controlled drips, a popular modern finish.
Semi-naked finishThin scrape of buttercream that lets the cake layers peek through, giving a rustic look often dressed with fresh flowers or fruit.
American buttercreamWhipped butter and powdered sugar frosting, sweet and fluffy, easy to tint and pipe into borders, rosettes and lettering.