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Whether you just won the lottery or had the worst day ever, one thing’s for sure: having a cake or cupcakes arrive at your front door makes everything melt into the background.

Bad day? Cake. Study session? Cake. Book Club? Cake. You don’t need a special occasion — say, a birthday or anniversary — to order a cake delivery.

And praise be, there’s a service for that, so you don’t need to wonder on DoorDash where you’re getting meh-dessert from in your area, and trust me, even in New York, you can get some abysmal dry cupcakes.

From Baked By Melissato Sprinkles Cupcakes, and The Original Crumb’s Bakeshop (yes, they’re back, and we couldn’t be happier), we whipped up the sweetest edit for you to shop from.

We’ve also rounded up the best cookie and chocolate delivery services, but you could say the following cake shops are the crème de la crème. Speaking of which, don’t forget to consider the infamous Tom Cruise-beloved coconut cake, which we tested firsthand and can be purchased from Goldbelly,

So, whether you’re shopping for your S.O, your mom, or even yourself, treat yourself to one of the top-tastiest treats.

Below are the best cake and cupcake delivery services that reach far and wide.

To maintain freshness, ensure your perishable goods are stored in your refrigerator as soon as possible upon shipment.

These cupcakes have more moisture inside than the Amazon, and to me, that gives them the top spot. Also, how prim-and-perfect does Sprinkles Cupcakes Favorites Dozen Box look? It’s everything you want a cupcake to be.

The brand has it all: red velvet, vanilla, dark chocolate, and sprinkles. I might just order one now, because my mouth is salivating over all this buttery, frosted goodness.

If you have a sweetheart with a sweet tooth is a sure bet — filled with twelve cupcakes adorned with dainty love-inspired details, piles of sprinkles, and unique seasonal flavors for an ultimate tasting party.

For more options, check out Sprinkles Cupcakes’ full suite of cupcakes.

Shipping: Local delivery and pickup options are available. Shipping times depend on location.

Home of Oprah’s favorite Key Lime Bundt Cake ($45.95), We Take the Cake is one of the most popular for nothing-bundt cake deliveries and one of the best gourmet cake shops on Goldbelly. The creations from this made-from-scratch bakery are as beautiful as they are delicious, according to reviews.

With February here, there’s hardly any gift as impressive as a rose-embellished chocolate cake. Luckily, We Take The Cake has us covered with this Peanut Butter Cup 4-Layer Cake ($89.95). Enjoy luscious layers of rich chocolate and peanut butter cream frosting. Keep in mind that this four-layer cake serves eight to 10 people. There will be a bite for everyone!

While you’re on Goldbelly, consider trying Gambino’s King Cake delivery ($82.95) known as a Mardi Gras staple.

Shipping: Delivery time is subject to the local carrier. If you are placing an order for a time-sensitive event, Goldbelly recommends placing your order early and scheduling it to arrive 2+ days before your event.

As a company with riveting acclaim, Georgetown Cupcake bakes from DC and will ship right to your door, making it one of our favorite online cake delivery places. Not only is this a personal favorite we ordered for a past holiday party, but its Best-Seller Cupcake Dozen ($75.99) has all the hits that are great for entertaining.

For more options, check out Goldbelly’s full suite of cupcakes.

Shipping: Delivery time is subject to the local carrier. If you are placing an order for a time-sensitive event, Goldbelly recommends placing your order early and scheduling it to arrive 2+ days before your event.

Guess who’s back, back, back. Back again…

The Original Crumb’s Bakeshop re-opened its glistening doors (online at Goldbelly!) to provide full-fledged access to every sweet-toothed fan since its inception in 2003. Its make-your-own JUMBO Cupcake pack ($199.95) is rich in flavor and variety — a marvelous choice, but only if you’re willing to carve out some cash.

For more options, check out The Original Crumb’s Bakeshop’s full suite of cakes, cupcakes, and more.

Shipping: Delivery time is subject to the local carrier. If you are placing an order for a time-sensitive event, Goldbelly recommends placing your order early and scheduling it to arrive 2+ days before your event.

When it comes to cakes, Bake Me A Wish is one of our favorites for indulgent, ready-to-order cakes. Its variety is astounding, its freshness is some of the best we’ve tried and its Salted Caramel Chocolate Cake ($53) just looks heavenly.

To browse other treats, check out Bake Me A Wish’s full suite of cakes — including cheesecake. The brand also offers gourmet cupcakes for delivery (double win!)

Shipping: All orders must be completed by 4:30 P.M. Eastern Time to be processed that day and be eligible for next-day delivery.

This edit would be incomplete without a mention of the infamous Baked by Melissa. When I first saw these, I laughed. But to be honest, a bite-sized is all you need sometimes.

Notably, the brand’s star of the show is its birthday gift box filled to the brim with miniature cupcake favorites. Baked By Melissa also offers same-day delivery in Manhattan.

For bite-sized cravings to ship to a friend or loved one, consider one of the brand’s bestsellers. You’ll find delectable options in the flavors Cookie Butter Brownie, Blondie, and S’mores.

Shipping: There is a $32 minimum for shipping orders. All orders ship with one of the following options: FedEx Ground, FedEx Home, FedEx 2Day, CDL Standard, FedEx Standard Overnight, or FedEx Priority Overnight.

When in doubt, opt for Milk Bar’s 6″ Birthday Cake ($62), a Taylor Swift favorite.

Delectably, the brand’s fresh rendition of the Vanilla Funfetti Boxed Cake is beyond compare, as is its “nostalgically sweet” layers of creamy frosting. I myself find it very sweet, but if you have an appointment with the dentist soon, you’ll be OK.

For February, I’d recommend the limited-time 6″ Red Velvet Cheesecake Cake ($65), which features rich layers of double chocolate red velvet cake and frosting, cheesecake filling, and red velvet crumbs.

For more options, check out Milk Bar’s full suite of cakes.

Shipping: Select delivery date at checkout, up to 30 days in advance. Milk Bar can not guarantee a specific time on the day of delivery, but most orders are delivered by 9 P.M.

Harry & David has so many options, you’re sure to find something fantastic tasting for whomever you’re shopping for. From savory gift baskets and fruit baskets, they also have sweets like this GP Deluxe Bakery Tray ($169.99), which has everything from cheesecake to baklava to chocolate decadence cake.

Shipping: Standard Shipping charges are applied. Standard rates are based on the non-sale price, as detailed in the charts here.

1-800 Flowers may be your go-to service for an apology bouquet or last-minute present, but the quick gift delivery service also offers a wide variety of cakes and cupcakes. It’s truly a one-stop shop when it comes to dessert. Plus, there are many larger dessert options that can feed an entire dinner party.

If you’re interested in trying a classic cookie cake, take a look at the Customizable Sugar Cookie Cake ($43) — a much more thoughtful option if you want to send a personalized message to your loved one.

Shipping: International delivery to 195 countries worldwide. Direct Ship items are only available for delivery in the continental United States. Delivers through FedEx, UPS, and United States Postal Service.

Yes, Magnolia Bakery does more than banana pudding. The iconic New York City bakery, based in New York City, also makes cakes and cupcakes that can be delivered straight to the door of someone you love.

Recommendations include “Best of Magnolia Bakery” Date Night Sampler Pack ($70) for great Valentine’s Day options. Or, if you’re interested in trying the Magnolia classic, we recommend the Banana Pudding Lovers Sampler Pack ($84).

Shipping: Magnolia Bakery offers nationwide shipping on select products in our Magnolia Bakery Online Store. You can make and schedule orders for same-day pick-up or delivery using the DoorDash partner portals.

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