Cupcakes are one of the most popular desserts in the United States. Several local bakeries serve this tasty treat in classic and one-of-a-kind flavors. Here are some of the best shops for cupcakes near our apartments in Albuquerque to try out.

ABC Cake Shop & Bakery

An Albuquerque fixture since 1972, the ABC Cake Shop & Bakery has long been a favorite of locals and visitors alike. The bakers enjoy making special moments sweeter. They create delicious treats from scratch and only use the finest ingredients. Cupcake flavors include chocolate-covered strawberry, Neapolitan sundae, and toasted coconut. The shop opens at 9:00 AM on Sundays and 7:00 AM the rest of the week.

Cake Fetish

When Cake Fetish opened, it became Albuquerque's first gourmet cupcake bakery. Co-owner Bill moved to New Mexico in the third grade. He later worked as an insurance agent and marketing manager and has performed with the city's most popular bands. Today, Bill enjoys watching the bakery's customers smile as they discover the delectable desserts. Daily cupcake flavors include Boston cream, grasshopper, and peanut butter cup. To save time, place an order online for easy pickup.

Smallcakes

With a variety of flavors, Smallcakes can satisfy your sweet tooth. Its tasty treats have been featured on the Food Network. The team bakes their offerings fresh throughout the day. They create 12 signature cupcake flavors along with specialty and seasonal options you don't want to miss. Daily choices include caramel crunch, lemon drop, and carrot cake (new). The menu also includes ice cream, brownies, hand-decorated sugar cookies, and other goodies. Smallcakes is open daily.

Before enjoying a sweet treat of cupcakes, shop until you drop at a local flea market in Albuquerque. If you are looking to call Olympus Northpoint home, please contact us. Our leasing team will offer a tour where you can see the amenities and floor plans our apartments in Albuquerque have to offer.