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The Best Cakes in Boise

Blake Hunter
Blake Hunter
Posted on January 20   |   Updated on June 17
This is prompted by a query for birthday cake, but that can mean anything — I'm making a carrot cake for a birthday this weekend, so all recommendations are celebrated here. (Betsie Van der Meer / Getty)

This is prompted by a query for birthday cake, but that can mean anything — I'm making a carrot cake for a birthday this weekend, so all recommendations are celebrated here. (Betsie Van der Meer / Getty)

I’m always ready to talk about cake, but especially when it’s winter, and especially when it’s the legislative session, and especially when it’s Friday, etc., etc.

Yesterday, a Redditor asked for the best birthday cake or cupcakes in Boise. Here are some of the responses, in case you’re in search of the perfect celebration centerpiece, or just need a bit of joy.

Along with having the best breakfast sandwich in town (hands down), apparently Certified makes a mean cake, including this pumpkin cake with spiced cream cheese frosting and salted caramel drizzle. (@certifiedkitchenandbakery / Instagram)

Along with having the best breakfast sandwich in town (hands down), apparently Certified makes a mean cake, including this pumpkin cake with spiced cream cheese frosting and salted caramel drizzle. (@certifiedkitchenandbakery / Instagram)

I’ve also heard about Flour Child, but never tried any of their stuff. Any reviews?Who knew Boise even had this many cake shops! Let me know your favorites.

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