Patisserie · Colwyn Bay town centre
Cakes by Clair Menu & Prices
Here is what you can typically expect on the counter at Cakes by Clair: 35 items across 5 sections, from pâtisserie individuelle to boissons.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by Cakes by Clair. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- FraisierVN £7.40 Genoise sponge, fresh strawberries and crème mousseline topped with marzipan.
- OpéraVN £6.55 Almond joconde sponge layered with coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.
- Tarte Tatin sliceV £6.55 Caramelised upside-down apple tart on buttery puff pastry, served with crème fraîche.
- ReligieuseV £5.25 Stacked choux buns filled with coffee or chocolate cream, crowned with buttercream.
- Saint-HonoréV £7.35 Puff pastry base topped with caramel-dipped choux and light Chiboust cream.
- Éclair au chocolatPopularV £5.50 Choux finger filled with rich chocolate crème pâtissière and glossy fondant.
- Tarte au citronPopularV £4.55 Crisp pâte sucrée filled with sharp lemon curd and finished with torched meringue.
- Mille-feuilleV £5.70 Caramelised puff pastry layered with vanilla crème pâtissière and feathered fondant.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- Chocolate truffles (box of 9)VGF £13.50 Hand-rolled dark chocolate ganache truffles dusted with cocoa.
- Madeleines (bag of 6)V £4.55 Shell-shaped sponge cakes scented with lemon zest and honey.
- Pâte de fruitsVGFDF £5.25 Intensely fruity jellied sweets rolled in sugar, sold by the bag.
- Macarons (box of 6)PopularVGFN £11.00 Assorted almond macarons with smooth shells and ganache or buttercream fillings.
- Canelé de BordeauxV £3.25 Caramelised fluted cake with a custardy rum and vanilla centre.
- FlorentinesVNGF £2.55 Crisp almond and candied-peel discs set on a layer of dark chocolate.
- FinancierVN £3.10 Little almond and brown butter cake with a golden crust and moist middle.
Viennoiserie
- Brioche feuilletéeV £3.70 Buttery laminated brioche with feathery layers and a light sugar glaze.
- Croissant aux pistachesVN £3.70 Croissant filled with pistachio cream and finished with chopped pistachios.
- Croissant au beurrePopularV £3.60 Classic French croissant made with AOP butter for distinct, crisp layers.
- Croissant aux amandesVN £4.55 Syrup-soaked croissant filled with almond cream and baked with flaked almonds.
- Pain au chocolatPopularV £3.80 Laminated dough wrapped around dark chocolate batons and baked until glossy.
- Escargot aux raisinsV £3.10 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Chausson aux pommesV £3.55 Puff pastry turnover with a soft, lightly spiced apple compote filling.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Tarte aux fruits (serves 8)V £30.00 Large crème pâtissière tart crowned with glazed seasonal fruits.
- Galette des rois (January)VN £27.50 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
- Bûche de Noël (seasonal)V £31.00 Rolled chocolate sponge filled with ganache and decorated as a festive log.
- Fraisier (serves 6)VN £44.00 Whole strawberry cake with vanilla mousseline and a pale green marzipan top.
- Entremets chocolat (serves 6)PopularVN £39.00 Layered dark chocolate mousse cake with a crunchy praline base and mirror glaze.
- Tarte au citron (serves 8)PopularV £27.50 Large lemon tart with a crisp sweet pastry and Italian meringue peaks.
- Croquembouche (to order)V £171.50 Tower of cream-filled choux bound with spun caramel for celebrations.
Boissons
- Citron presséVVGGF £3.35 Freshly squeezed lemon juice served with sparkling water and sugar syrup.
- Iced latteVGF £3.65 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Chocolat chaudVGF £4.30 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £3.60 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £2.60 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £3.65 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
Ordering tips for Cakes by Clair
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Whole and celebration cakes usually need ordering in advance – allow a few days for standard designs and longer for custom work.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.
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