Artisan Home Bakery & Bespoke Celebration Cakes in Chelmsford
Celebrate your special moments with our refined creations. From stunning fruit entremets to intricate bespoke cakes, experience the pinnacle of artisanal pastry crafted with premium Belgian chocolate, pure pistachio paste, and real Madagascar vanilla seeds. We believe true culinary luxury should be accessible, offering uncompromising quality at a fair and honest price.
Signature Creations
A glimpse into our world of haute pâtisserie. Discover our most beloved masterpieces.
Lemon
Almost indistinguishable from a real lemon, with passionate accents of curd.
Gourmand
Decadent textures of brownie, caramel, and dark chocolate Bavarian mousse.
Unapologetic Red Velvet
A luxurious Red Velvet with crunchy inserts and rich cream cheese.
Lemon Drizzle & Raspberries Cupcakes
A lemon-soaked marvel, filled with a delicious raspberry jelly.
The Baker Behind the Magic
Hello and welcome! My name is Nicoleta! I am a fully insured baker with a 5-star hygiene rating based in Chelmsford (CM2). Baking has always been my greatest passion. My philosophy is simple: I believe that extraordinary, show-stopping cakes shouldn't come with unreasonable price tags, which is why I pair world-class ingredients with honest, fair pricing.
I believe that true luxury lies in the details. That's why amongst my ingredients you will only find the absolute best: Premium Belgian Chocolate, Pure Pistachio Paste, real vanilla seeds (no artificial flavours!), 100% real fruit purées, and premium cocoa butter.
Most of my decorations are lovingly made from scratch, including macarons, chocolate spheres, cake pops, meringue lollipops, and intricate chocolate shapes. My goal is to bring joy to your special moments through unforgettable, authentic flavours.
Bespoke Events
Make your special day unforgettable with our tailored services. From grand tiered centerpieces to curated dessert tables.
Wedding Cakes
Any of our signature cake recipes can be scaled and masterfully transformed into a breathtaking tiered wedding cake. Bring your favourite exquisite flavours to your special day.
Discover Wedding CakesSweet Corner
Curate a luxurious dessert table for your guests. We mix and match our entremets, trompe l'œil, and cupcakes to create an unforgettable sweet corner.
Discover Sweet CornerPress & Masterclasses
A constant pursuit of perfection. From continuous learning in French pastry to sharing my passion on live radio.
Featured in Essex Life
I am thrilled to be included in the March issue of Essex Life Magazine as part of their "52 Great Essex Women" series. Being recognised alongside such inspiring women from our county is a true honour. Thank you to every customer whose trust in my bespoke creations has helped Baked by Nicoleta grow.
Live on BBC Essex
Honoured to be invited twice to BBC Essex! I joined the Ben Fryer Show to discuss my flagship fruit-like entremets, and the Sonia Watson Show where we tasted the famous Bruce Cake. A fantastic experience sharing the science of baking live on air!
Professional Masterclasses
When you dream of reaching the highest level, "good enough" simply doesn't exist. I have continuously refined my pastry techniques by attending multiple intensive masterclasses with leading industry experts. From perfecting delicate French entremets to mastering complex flavor profiles, I believe in constantly rolling up my sleeves and elevating my craft to bring you the very best.
Foodies Festival 2025
I had the absolute pleasure of presenting at the Chelmsford Foodies Festival! I demonstrated one of my most requested recipes: the Lemon Drizzle & Raspberry Gourmet Cupcakes in front of a warm and engaging audience.
How to Order
All our desserts are baked fresh to order, ensuring you receive the highest quality and taste. Here is everything you need to know before placing your order.
1. Get in Touch
Send us a message on WhatsApp with your desired desserts, the date of your event, and the expected number of guests.
2. Notice Period
We recommend giving at least 48 hours notice (2-3 weeks for bespoke cakes). However, last-minute requests can often be accommodated!
3. Collection & Delivery
We offer both scheduled collection from our Chelmsford studio (CM2) and reliable hand-delivery for an additional fee.
Contact & Location
nicoletaionelachirtu@gmail.com
Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 Area
Full address provided upon order confirmation.
Collection & Delivery Times: Strictly by prior arrangement. We will coordinate a specific time slot that works best for you.