Option A
Pickup
Collect your cake from Grand Central Park in Conroe at your scheduled time. The exact pickup point arrives with your order confirmation.
Your cake guide
How It Works
Everything you need to plan your cake with The Sweet Layers Factory: sizes, flavors, finishes, timing and how it reaches you. If a question comes up along the way, text us at 346-574-3466.
01 · The studio
A studio built around your order
We are a modern cake studio that works by order and appointment. Each cake is designed for one date and one celebration, whether it is a birthday cake for twelve or a four-tier wedding cake for 150 guests.
Option B
Delivery
Up to 70 miles from Conroe. Your cake arrives boxed and ready to serve, and wedding and tiered cakes are delivered and set up by our own team.
02 · Ordering
How to order
- 01Choose your design Browse the collections by occasion or style. Every design shows its sizes, finishes and lead time.
- 02Build your cake Select a size, flavor, finish and topper. Every choice appears in your summary before you check out.
- 03Pick your date Choose pickup or delivery and the day you need it. Your confirmation arrives by email right away.
- 04Celebrate Your cake is baked for your date and boxed for the journey.
03 · Size guide
Find the right size
Start with your guest count. A Medium (8") serves 26 and suits most birthday dinners. A Large (10") serves 36, with a generous slice for everyone.
Single tier
| Size | Dimensions | Serves | Cake board | Recommended stand |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petite | 6" × 4" | 8 | 8" round | 8" to 10" wide |
| Small | 6" × 6" | 16 | 10" round | 8" to 10" wide |
| Medium | 8" × 6" | 26 | 10" round | 10" to 12" wide |
| Large | 10" × 6" | 36 | 12" round | 12" to 14" wide |
| Extra Large | 12" × 6" | 50 | 14" round | 14" to 16" wide |
Single tier, extended height
| Size | Dimensions | Serves | Cake board | Recommended stand |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tall Small | 6" × 8" | 22 | 12" round, double drum | 12" wide |
| Tall Medium | 8" × 8" | 32 | 12" round | 12" wide |
| Tall Large | 10" × 8" | 44 | 12" round, double drum | 12" wide |
Two, three and four tiers
| Size | Dimensions | Serves |
|---|---|---|
| Two-Tier Medium | 8" + 6" | 42 |
| Two-Tier Large | 10" + 8" | 62 |
| Two-Tier XL | 12" + 10" | 86 |
| Three-Tier Large | 10" + 8" + 6" | 78 |
| Three-Tier XL | 12" + 10" + 8" | 128 |
| Four-Tier XL | 12" + 10" + 8" + 6" | 144 |
Specialty shapes and sheet cakes
| Size | Dimensions | Serves |
|---|---|---|
| Vintage Heart Small | Heart 6" | 10 |
| Vintage Heart Medium | Heart 8" | 14 |
| Sheet Medium | 12" × 18" | 50 |
| Sheet Large | 18" × 24" | 100 |
Want more height than your guest count needs? We can add tiers to give your cake the look you have in mind. Mention it when you order or at your consultation.
04 · Flavor guide
Every flavor, explained
Each flavor is built from a sponge, a filling and a layer of texture, then finished in Swiss meringue buttercream: silky, lightly sweet and the base of every cake we make. Elevated flavors are available on made-to-order (4+ day) and wedding cakes.
Core flavors
Elevated flavors
Seasonal and by request
Core flavors
Vanilla Bliss
The flavor the studio started with. A soft vanilla bean sponge with a ribbon of bright raspberry through every layer.
- Sponge
- Vanilla bean sponge
- Filling
- Raspberry preserves
- Finish
- Vanilla Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Raspberry cookie crumble
Can be baked gluten-free. In the Signature Tasting Collection.
Core flavors
Chocolate Truffle Bliss
Deep and rich without feeling heavy. Salted caramel softens the chocolate, and praline adds a quiet crunch.
- Sponge
- Chocolate fudge sponge
- Filling
- Salted caramel
- Finish
- Chocolate Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Praline crunch
Can be baked gluten-free. In the Signature Tasting Collection.
Core flavors
Biscoff Love
Caramelized spice from the first bite to the last. The flavor guests ask about after the party.
- Sponge
- Vanilla bean sponge
- Filling
- Biscoff cream
- Finish
- Biscoff Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Biscoff cookie crumble
Baked with gluten. In the Signature Tasting Collection.
Core flavors
Caramello Obsession
Golden dulce de leche and salted caramel, with a thin toffee snap in every slice.
- Sponge
- Vanilla bean sponge
- Filling
- Dulce de leche
- Finish
- Salted caramel Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Toffee crunch
Baked with gluten. In the Signature Tasting Collection.
Core flavors
Berry Bliss
Whole-fruit compote, jammy and bright, finished with a tart berry crunch. A favorite for summer birthdays.
- Sponge
- Vanilla bean sponge
- Filling
- Mixed berry compote
- Finish
- Raspberry Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Freeze-dried berry crunch
Can be baked gluten-free. In the Signature Tasting Collection.
Core flavors
Red Velvet Indulgence
The classic, refined. A light cocoa sponge with airy cream cheese mousse.
- Sponge
- Red velvet sponge
- Filling
- Cream cheese mousse
- Finish
- Cream cheese Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Red velvet crumbs
Can be baked gluten-free. In the Signature Tasting Collection.
Elevated flavors
Wedding Cake Bliss
The classic wedding flavor, made with care. A tender vanilla bean sponge with a soft note of almond, layered with almond buttercream and finished in smooth vanilla. Simple, elegant and made to be shared.
- Sponge
- Vanilla bean almond sponge
- Filling
- Almond Swiss meringue buttercream
- Finish
- Vanilla bean Swiss meringue buttercream
Can be baked gluten-free. In the Signature Tasting Collection.
Elevated flavors
Pink Champagne & Berry
A delicate champagne sponge with vivid strawberry, chosen by many of our couples for the toast.
- Sponge
- Champagne sponge
- Filling
- Strawberry compote
- Finish
- Vanilla Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Freeze-dried strawberry
Can be baked gluten-free. In the Signature Tasting Collection.
Elevated flavors
Lemon Bliss
Sharp lemon curd and a fragrant sponge, finished with buttery shortbread.
- Sponge
- Lemon sponge
- Filling
- Lemon curd
- Finish
- Lemon curd Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Shortbread crumble
Can be baked gluten-free.
Elevated flavors
Rose Pistache
Silky pistachio cream with an earthy finish and crushed pistachio for texture.
- Sponge
- Vanilla bean sponge
- Filling
- Pistachio cream
- Finish
- Pistachio Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Crushed pistachio
Can be baked gluten-free. In the Signature Tasting Collection.
Elevated flavors
Lavender & Honey
Texas honey and a light touch of lavender, grounded by lemon curd and honeycomb.
- Sponge
- Vanilla bean sponge
- Filling
- Lemon curd
- Finish
- Texas honey-lavender Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Honeycomb crunch
Baked with gluten. In the Signature Tasting Collection.
Elevated flavors
Earl Grey & Honey
Earl Grey and honey, gentle and floral. Ask us for the full build when you order.
Baked with gluten. In the Signature Tasting Collection.
Elevated flavors
Oreo Crumble
Cookies and cream in every layer, with a crumble that keeps its snap.
- Sponge
- Vanilla bean sponge
- Filling
- Cookies and cream mousse
- Finish
- Vanilla Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Oreo crumble
Baked with gluten.
Elevated flavors
Funfetti Kiss
A bright vanilla cake with color in every slice. Made for the birthday that calls for candles and a crowd.
- Sponge
- Vanilla bean sponge with sprinkles
- Filling
- Vanilla cream
- Finish
- Vanilla Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Sprinkle crunch
Baked with gluten.
Seasonal and by request
Hazelnut Indulgence
Toasted hazelnut praline for the cooler months.
- Sponge
- Vanilla sponge
- Filling
- Hazelnut praline
- Finish
- Hazelnut Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Praline crunch
Baked with gluten. Fall and winter.
Seasonal and by request
Caramel Bourbon
Bourbon caramel and pecan praline, warm and deep.
- Sponge
- Vanilla sponge
- Filling
- Bourbon caramel
- Finish
- Caramel Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Pecan praline
Baked with gluten. Fall and winter.
Seasonal and by request
Salted Caramel Chocolate
Dark chocolate and salted caramel, finished with fleur de sel.
- Sponge
- Chocolate fudge sponge
- Filling
- Salted caramel
- Finish
- Dark chocolate Swiss meringue buttercream
- Texture
- Fleur de sel chocolate shards
Baked with gluten. Year-round, by request.
Interested in a seasonal flavor? Message us to check availability for your date.
05 · Customization
Make it yours
Once you have a size and a flavor, three choices shape how the cake looks on the table: the finish, the florals and the topper.
Finish
Buttercream
Smooth Swiss meringue buttercream, available on every cake. The finish most of our designs begin with.
Finish
Fondant
A clean, polished surface for sharp edges, sculpted detail and editorial designs. Available on eligible made-to-order designs.
Finish
Ganache
A rich chocolate finish, with an optional drip. Available on selected made-to-order designs.
Florals
Accent florals
A few considered blooms placed where the eye lands first.
Florals
Cascade florals
Fuller blooms that travel down the tiers.
Florals
Handmade sugar flowers
Edible flowers shaped petal by petal, made to last through the photos. Allow at least 7 days.
Topper
No topper
A clean, modern top that lets the design speak.
Topper
Classic message
Mirror acrylic in gold, rose gold, silver or black, with ready-made messages.
Happy BirthdayCheers to 30 Years
Topper
Custom script
Your own words in our script lettering, up to 10 characters: a first name, an age, a short phrase. Available on made-to-order cakes.
Topper
Themed toppers
Made to match the occasion, from a milestone birthday to a shower or a graduation.
A milestone 40Mortarboard and class yearOh BabyA sprig of blossoms
Topper
Couples toppers
For engagements, weddings and anniversaries, in acrylic or script to match your palette.
Your namesInitials and ampersandMr & MrsMrs & MrsYour wedding date
Topper
Statement toppers
Oversized names, sculptural pieces and bespoke installations designed with you for eligible made-to-order designs.
Gluten-free
Many of our flavors can be baked gluten-free. Choose it when you build your cake.
Gluten-free eligible
Can be baked gluten-free
Vanilla Bliss · Chocolate Truffle Bliss · Berry Bliss · Red Velvet Indulgence · Lemon Bliss · Pink Champagne & Berry · Rose Pistache · Wedding Cake Bliss
Baked with gluten
Always baked with gluten
Biscoff Love · Caramello Obsession · Funfetti Kiss · Oreo Crumble
06 · Lead times
Plan ahead, and we handle the rest
Each cake is baked for its date, so every order type has its own lead time.
Ready to order
2+ days
You choose the details. We bake it for your day.
Made to order
4+ days
Every design, finish and topper is open at this lead time.
Sugar flower designs
7+ days
Handmade flowers are shaped petal by petal.
Wedding cakes
4+ days
Most wedding designs need just 4 days. For a busy month, write to us early so we can hold your date.
Online orders are open around the clock. Phone and text support runs Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM CST.
07 · Delivery
How your cake reaches you
Choose pickup or delivery when you check out. Either way, your confirmation includes the time window and how to handle your cake on the way home.
Free
Pickup
Collect your cake from Grand Central Park in Conroe, Monday to Saturday, during your chosen window. The exact pickup point arrives with your confirmation.
To your door
Local delivery
Up to 70 miles from Conroe. Enter your address at checkout to see your delivery fee and windows. Wedding and tiered cakes are delivered and set up by our team.
By request
Further afield
Planning a celebration outside our delivery area? Message us with your date and address and we will confirm availability before you order.
08 · Weddings
From the first tasting to your venue
Most couples start at home, with six flavors spread across the kitchen table and a decision to make together. Order the Signature Tasting Collection, choose your six, and book an in-person or virtual consultation, by appointment.
We meet for 30 minutes, with up to four guests. A 50% non-refundable deposit secures your date, and our team delivers and sets up your cake at the venue.
The tasting menu: Vanilla Bliss, Chocolate Truffle Bliss, Biscoff Love, Caramello Obsession, Berry Bliss, Red Velvet Indulgence, Pink Champagne & Berry, Rose Pistache, Lavender & Honey, Earl Grey & Honey and Wedding Cake Bliss.
11 · Policies
Clear policies, agreed up front
Wedding and tiered cakes
| Notice given | 14 days or more | 7 to 13 days | Within 7 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cancellation | Full refund, less the deposit | Store credit | Order is final |
Made-to-order cakes
| Notice given | 7 days or more | 3 to 6 days | Within 3 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cancellation | Full refund | Store credit | Order is final |
Deposits are non-refundable. Digital gift cards arrive by email the moment they are purchased, carry no expiry date and can be used on any online order.
12 · Contact
Hours and contact
The studio
| Phone or text | 346-574-3466 |
| orders@thesweetlayersfactory.com | |
| Hours | Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM CST. Closed Sundays. |
| Orders | Online at any hour |
| Pickup | Grand Central Park, Conroe. The exact pickup point arrives with your confirmation. |
| Replies | Usually within 20 to 40 minutes during business hours |