ABOUT SIGNATURE SWEETS BY AMANDA
THE TEAM BEHIND THE TREATS
Nothing brings people together like frosting.
We all have a favorite memory tied to some sweet treats - whether that is celebrating a baby shower with pink and blue cupcakes, a tray of freshly baked cookies at a holiday party, or watching a loved one blow out the candles on their birthday cake.
That's why, at Signature Sweets by Amanda, dessert is so much more than flour, sugar, and butter.
It might sound cheesy, but everything you see on this site has been baked with love. It's a difference you can taste - and not just because everything here is made from scratch!
How do I know?
Every single person who comes to me for a tasting tells me they don'treally like cake. And every single person who walks into mykitchen leaves with a to-go box because they can't get enough!
A STORY SWEET ENOUGH TO EAT
MEET AMANDA
My baking journey began at age fifteen when I inherited my grandma's baking supplies. And just a few months later, during a cake decorating class at Michael’s, I discovered my true calling. Something about baking just clicked. From there, I baked my way through high school, crafting custom cakes and creating my own recipes for friends and family events. With each new dessert I shared, my love for bringing people together grew. And now I can confidently say that cake is how I make the world a happier place.
After graduating twelve years ago from Stratford University with a Baking and Pastry Degree, I've taken Signature Sweets froma one-woman baking show to a powerhouse team that hasbecome one of the most recommended bakeries throughout the DC and Virginia area.
I oversee every dessert from ordering to completion.
But I couldn't do it without my team.
So, when we're whipping up some treats for your event, you should know that we're focused on more than measuring ingredients. We're making the experience as sweet as can be from start to finish.
That's why we promise:
QUALITY
Unlike your caterer, my team and I don't split our focus between dinner and dessert. I will work closely with you to design quality desserts that match your event theme, color scheme, and personal preferences. So, you can expect intricate wedding cakes, cupcakes, pastries, and other sweet treats that are not only visually appealing but exceptionally delicious.
POSITIVITY
We're surrounded by sprinkles and sugar for a living. How could we ever be in a bad mood?! With us, collaborating is more than easy - it's FUN! You'll find that everyone on the Signature Sweets team is cheerful and friendly. And we go the extra mile to ensure every interaction, from placing an order to delivery drop off, is a positive one.
SENSITIVITY
Amanda was gluten-free for an entire year, so we understand the challenge of making a dessert allergen-free from bothsides of the coin. Thankfully, we've adjusted many of our recipes to be gluten-free, nut-free or dairy free. So, if someone in your party has a food sensitivity, they can still indulge - worry free.
The Signature Sweets team knows the way around a menu
And we're happy to share our expertise.
So, drop us a line! We'd be delighted to help you select the perfect desserts for your next big occasion.
I NEVER HAD "GOOD" CAKE UNTIL AMANDA'S!
Try any of [Amanda's] desserts and you know she put a lot of love and soul into each one. My wedding guests couldn’t stop talking about my wedding cake and dessert bar. She does a fantastic job with the presentation of her desserts, but most importantly the taste is phenomenal. In all the weddings I have attended, I have never had a “good” cake, until I had Amanda’s sweets. She makes the best wedding cake and sweet treats!
- Melanie