Bjorn Cakes – Chicago, IL: Hours, Menu & Directions

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1332 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60642

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Address1332 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60642

NeighborhoodNear North Side

Phone(872) 529-1428

StyleCake shop

CountyCook County

Time zoneCentral Time

From city center1.3 mi east

About Bjorn Cakes

Set at 1332 N Halsted St (60642), Bjorn Cakes is a cake shop about 1.3 mi east of central Chicago.

Chicago has 805 places on our map that bake or sell fresh pastry, and this is one of them, roughly one for every 3,381 residents. Nearest alternative: Big Fat Cookie at BIG big.fat.cookie sign in window, 1332 N Halsted St, less than 0.1 mi away.

We have not been able to confirm a full weekly schedule for Bjorn Cakes yet, so calling ahead at (872) 529-1428 is the safest bet. Bakeries often sell out of popular items by early afternoon.

At a glance

Listed as	Cake shop
Bakeries in Chicago	805
Nearest bakery	less than 0.1 mi

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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

ConfettiVanilla cake with rainbow sprinkles baked into the batter, leaving cheerful colored specks throughout; a long-standing birthday party favorite.
Spiced carrotDense, moist spice cake with grated carrot, cinnamon and chopped walnuts, sturdy enough to stack into multiple tiers.
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.

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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Bread - Ekmek — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

A well decorated mango flavoured cake during birthday celebration — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

Birthday Cake (decorated) — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

Birthday Cake by 'Valentina's Cakes' in Binghamton, New York — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

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Questions about Bjorn Cakes

What are Bjorn Cakes's hours?

We have not verified a weekly schedule for Bjorn Cakes yet. Call (872) 529-1428 to confirm before visiting.

Where is Bjorn Cakes located?

Bjorn Cakes is at 1332 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60642, in the Near North Side neighborhood. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.

What is the phone number for Bjorn Cakes?

The listed phone number is (872) 529-1428.

What should I order at Bjorn Cakes?

As a cake shop, typical picks include Confetti, Spiced carrot, Lemon curd, and Dark chocolate ganache. See the full menu page for more.

What other bakeries are near Bjorn Cakes?

Nearby options include Big Fat Cookie (less than 0.1 mi), Veruca Chocolates (less than 0.1 mi), and Nicole's Bake Shop (0.3 mi).