Carrie's Cakes – Shippensburg, PA: Hours, Menu & Directions

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303 S Washington St, Shippensburg, PA 17257

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Address303 S Washington St, Shippensburg, PA 17257

Phone(717) 440-4077

StyleCake shop

CountyCumberland County

Time zoneEastern Time

From city center0.3 mi south

About Carrie's Cakes

Set at 303 S Washington St (17257), Carrie's Cakes is a cake shop roughly 0.3 mi from downtown Shippensburg, heading south.

It is one of 4 bakeries and sweet shops we list in Shippensburg, which works out to one bakery per 1,410 residents. The closest neighbour on our map is Breadbasket Bakery, 0.1 mi away.

Opening hours for Carrie's Cakes are not verified in our data. A quick call to (717) 440-4077 before you go saves a wasted trip, especially on holidays.

What to order

Typical items at a cake shop like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

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Cake flavors

Gluten-free vanillaVanilla layer cake made from a rice and tapioca flour blend, with a soft, even crumb for guests who avoid wheat.
Classic vanilla beanFine-crumbed butter cake flecked with vanilla bean seeds; soft, moist and neutral enough to pair with almost any filling.
Devil's food chocolateDark chocolate cake made with cocoa and hot coffee, giving a deep, slightly bittersweet flavor and a very moist, tender crumb.
Red velvetButtermilk cake with a light cocoa note and vivid red color, traditionally layered with tangy cream cheese frosting.

Fillings

Lemon curdSilky, tangy curd cooked from lemon juice, eggs and butter, adding a bright, puckery layer to vanilla or almond cake.
Dark chocolate ganacheMelted dark chocolate whisked with warm cream, setting into a dense, fudgy layer between chocolate or vanilla sponges.
Bavarian creamVanilla custard lightened with whipped cream, cool and pudding-like; pairs especially well with layers of sliced fruit.
Fresh strawberries & creamSliced ripe strawberries set into whipped cream between layers, juicy and light; best for cakes served within a day of pickup.

Frostings & finishes

Swiss meringue buttercreamSatiny frosting made by whipping cooked egg whites and sugar with butter; less sugary and smooth enough for razor-sharp edges.
Cream cheese frostingTangy, soft frosting of cream cheese and butter, the traditional partner for red velvet, carrot and hummingbird cakes.
Rolled fondantPliable sugar paste rolled over the cake for a seamless matte surface, used for sculpted shapes and detailed themed designs.
Stabilized whipped creamAiry, lightly sweetened cream held firm with a stabilizer; well suited to fruit cakes and kept refrigerated until serving.

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Questions about Carrie's Cakes

What are Carrie's Cakes's hours?

We have not verified a weekly schedule for Carrie's Cakes yet. Call (717) 440-4077 to confirm before visiting.

Where is Carrie's Cakes located?

Carrie's Cakes is at 303 S Washington St, Shippensburg, PA 17257. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.

What is the phone number for Carrie's Cakes?

The listed phone number is (717) 440-4077.

What should I order at Carrie's Cakes?

As a cake shop, typical picks include Gluten-free vanilla, Classic vanilla bean, Lemon curd, and Dark chocolate ganache. See the full menu page for more.

What other bakeries are near Carrie's Cakes?

Nearby options include Breadbasket Bakery (0.1 mi), Brooke's Cakes & Sweets Co (0.3 mi), and Sunflower Sweets (4.5 mi).