3 Grocery Store Chains with the Best Cake, According to Pastry Chefs
January 19, 2026 | 1 min to read
Celebrations simply aren’t complete without cake. I’ve been baking since I was little, and cakes have been and still are my favorite thing to make from scratch — for birthdays, anniversaries, or just because. That being said, baking mixes have come a long way and are even giving bakeries a run for their money. (Dolly Parton’s Duncan Hines line, I’m looking at you.)
But when an event pops up at the last minute, you’re low on time, or simply don’t feel like baking, what grocery stores can you turn to for a cake that’s as good as homemade (or, at least close to it)? I asked the experts — 6 pastry chefs to be exact — to find out. Here are the three grocery store chains with the best cakes according to pastry chefs.
To view the list, please visit The Kitchn.