Frequently Asked Questions
You can contact us directly through our website or via email, and we typically respond within 24 hours. Please note that while we have social media accounts they are set to Business Accounts, messages sent there go to spam and will be overlooked. For the quickest response, we recommend getting in touch through our website using our Order Forms.
Email: info@amys-bake-away.com
Absolutely! We offer a range of options tailored for corporate events, gifts, and functions. Be sure to check out our dedicated corporate page for more details! Corporate Clients
We operate on a rolling 12-week basis. For example, when our diary opens in March, you can book orders for March, April, and May. Each new month’s diary opens on the first Friday of the month.
Delivery and setup are available only for corporate events. For all custom personal orders, it’s pick-up only
All orders are subject to availability. To place an order, please complete our Cake/Cupcake Enquiry Form on our website (it only takes 2 minutes!).
We only accept orders submitted through these forms. Even if you email us, we’ll kindly ask you to fill out the form so we have all the details we need.
We’re currently closed on Sundays and Mondays. Pickup times for other days are:
Tuesday–Friday: 11:30 am – 12:15 pm OR 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am – 11:45 am
We have set pickup times to maintain a healthy work-life balance—just like you! Please arrive on time, as being more than 20 minutes late may affect future order acceptance.
If a date isn’t selectable, it usually means we’re closed, fully booked, or unavailable. We’re sorry for any inconvenience—please check back soon, as availability updates regularly!
Once your order is confirmed, you'll receive an invoice and confirmation with our full address. We're based in Citywest/Saggart!
Cakes: Keep in the fridge, and they’ll last 4–5 days from collection. For example, a cake collected on Saturday will still be perfect on Monday.
Chocolate Biscuit Cake: When stored in the fridge, it can last up to 2 weeks.
Cupcakes: Best enjoyed within 4 days.
You’re welcome to request a different collection time, though please note I offer two weekday slots and one on Saturdays. These let you collect either the evening before or the morning of. I don’t offer collections after 6:45pm due to personal and family commitments, and because I run a tight schedule, it’s not always possible to adjust collection times. If you need something within my available slots, feel free to ask and I’ll do my best to help.
Yes! Amy’s Bake Away is fully insured, HSE-registered, and our kitchen is regularly inspected. I also hold a degree in Baking & Pastry Arts Management, so your treats are made safely and expertly!
At the moment, we don’t offer fresh cream cakes or cupcakes, but we’d be happy to help you choose from our other delicious options!
All our cakes contain wheat (gluten), dairy, eggs, and soya, and are made in a kitchen that also uses nut products and fish oil (in some sprinkles).
We do not cater for fully allergy-free bakes and are not an allergy-friendly bakery. You can request gluten-free flour, but we cannot guarantee the product will be completely gluten-free.
If you have any food allergies, we strongly recommend not consuming our products.
While we currently do not offer traditional wedding cakes, we focus on creating vibrant and fun occasion cakes for birthdays, parties, and celebrations.
If you’d like to collect a wedding-style cake from us, that’s absolutely possible! However, we do not provide full wedding cake services such as delivery, setup, or traditional multi-tiered wedding designs.
For more details, see our Wedding Orders page.
While every effort is made to ensure our buttercream remains delicious, certain design requests — particularly those involving bold or dark colours — may require higher concentrations of food-grade colouring.
Please note that this can slightly affect the flavour and may temporarily stain teeth, the mouth, or the digestive tract. Strong colours can also cause permanent staining on some fabrics.
As this is an essential part of achieving specific designs, it is considered outside of our control. We appreciate your understanding
White Cakes
Buttercream cakes are naturally off-white due to the butter content. Achieving a pure white is nearly impossible. Our "white" cakes are closer to an off white/ cream colour.
Absolutely! We can offer both cakes & cupcakes with the inside filling coloured pink/blue. All we ask is that we know the colour of the filling a minimum of 2/3 days before your collection date! This can be done by dropping the envelope with the results to us or if you already know and want to surprise family & friends then just email us! Amy's Bake Away is just delighted to be part of your special news.
Please note that we operate as a strictly cashless business for all custom orders. For your convenience and safety, we accept online payments through a secure link that we will provide.
Alcohol Policy for Custom Cakes
Please note that any alcohol (such as cans or bottles) used in the design of your cake must be supplied by the customer. We typically ask that these items be delivered to us either one week prior to collection or during the week of the event.
As a registered and insured cake business, we are legally unable to sell cakes containing alcohol. However, we are more than happy to incorporate your provided bottles or cans into the cake design. For best results, we recommend using empty containers, as they are lighter and easier to work with. If you’d prefer not to supply alcohol, no problem at all! We can create custom edible toppers to match your theme and add a fun, personalised touch to your cake.
A rush fee is an additional charge for orders needed with less than 10 days’ notice from payment.
It helps cover the extra time, ingredients, and schedule adjustments required to complete your order on short notice.
We appreciate your understanding and always recommend booking early when possible!
To keep your cake looking perfect, we recommend travelling no more than 90 minutes in a cool, air-conditioned vehicle. This helps your creation stay safe and delicious on the way to your celebration!
