Dive into the world of Peruvian pastry, custom cake artistry, and behind-the-scenes inspiration from the kitchen of Cakes by Steph.
RecipesAlfajores are the soul of Peruvian baking — two delicate shortbread cookies hugging a generous layer of homemade dulce de leche, dusted in clouds of powdered sugar. Here's the recipe passed down through my family.
Tres leches is one of the most beloved Latin desserts — a light sponge cake soaked in three milks until impossibly moist and topped with billowy whipped cream. Master this and you'll never look back.
Looking for a truly custom birthday cake in Leesburg, VA? From theme selection to flavor customization and delivery, here's your complete guide to ordering a stunning birthday cake in Northern Virginia.
Craving authentic Peruvian desserts in Northern Virginia? From classic alfajores to silky tres leches and flaky milhojas, discover the rich world of Peruvian sweets — and where to get them in the DMV area.
Planning your wedding cake in Northern Virginia? From booking timelines to flavor choices, venue logistics to budget tips — this is everything you need to know before your first consultation.
Milhojas translates to "thousand leaves" — and this flaky, buttery, cream-filled Peruvian pastry lives up to every one of those layers. Learn how I make it from scratch.
Quinceañera cakes have evolved far beyond traditional pink tiers. From architectural sculpted designs to floral explosion cakes, here are the hottest trends we're seeing for 2026 celebrations.
Ever wondered what goes into creating a completely custom cake? Follow one order from the first consultation call all the way to delivery day — and discover why it's so much more than just baking.
Your wedding cake deserves a baker who truly gets your vision. Here's exactly what to look for in a wedding cake bakery in Leesburg, VA — and why local, custom-made matters more than you think.
Summer celebrations deserve bold, bright, refreshing flavors. From tropical mango cream to classic strawberry shortcake and our signature Peruvian dulce de leche — here are the top cake flavors of the season.
Sweet empanadas filled with warm dulce de leche and dusted with cinnamon sugar are a beloved Peruvian treat. Here's how to make them at home — and why they're perfect for any celebration.
Wondering about custom cake delivery in Northern Virginia? From Leesburg to Ashburn, Reston to Middleburg — here's how Cakes by Steph handles delivery so your cake arrives flawlessly every time.
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