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Business InsiderMolly Allen

I used to be a supermarket cake decorator. Here are 9 of my best tips for ordering a cake.

Supermarket cakes can be an easy, more affordable way to celebrate any occasion. However, not all of these cakes are served and created equally.

Take it from me: I worked in the bakery section of a popular supermarket for two years, prepping treats and decorating cakes, before opening my own bakery.

Here are my go-to tips for ordering the best cake from your local supermarket.

Place your order long before your party

Some supermarkets bake cakes on-site, but many work with prebaked, frozen cakes.

In these cases, the bakery will keep a stock of common cake flavors (vanilla, chocolate) on hand, and maybe a more limited selection of additional flavor choices (carrot, red velvet, marble).

To make sure you get the flavor you want, order your…

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