Why pricing matters
Underpricing homemade cakes burns time and ingredients. A clear formula helps you explain the quote and protect profit.
A simple pricing method
Add ingredient cost, packaging, and a fair hourly rate for prep, bake, finish, and delivery. Then apply a margin that covers mistakes and quiet weeks.
Common mistakes
Forgetting tasting samples, delivery time, and tool wear. Quoting only grocery receipts leaves labor unpaid.
Pricing checklist
List every ingredient, track hours, include boxes and labels, set a minimum order, and write the quote before you start baking.
