Clean Baking: Why Natural Ingredients Matter in Your Cakes

Q: What do we mean by "clean and natural ingredients" in baking?

A: When we talk about clean baking, we mean using ingredients in their purest form - fresh eggs, real milk, real butter, fresh fruits, pure cream, and unprocessed flours. It's about avoiding artificial preservatives, pre-made mixes, and synthetic additives that are often found in commercial baked goods.

Q: Why does As Usual Cakery commit to clean ingredients?

A: We believe what goes into your cake directly affects not just its taste, but also how you feel after eating it. Natural ingredients create cakes that are lighter, more digestible, and let you truly taste each component. When you use fresh cream instead of non-dairy whipping cream, the difference is clear in every bite.

Q: Isn't it easier to use pre-made ingredients?

A: Yes, it would be easier - but that's not what we're about! While using pre-made mixes or artificial ingredients might save time, they often contain hidden sugars, preservatives, and stabilizers. By making everything from scratch, we control exactly what goes into our cakes. It takes more time and effort, but we believe your health and taste buds deserve nothing less.

Q: How can customers tell the difference?

A: The proof is in every bite - you'll notice our cakes feel lighter in your stomach, have more complex flavors, and don't leave you with that artificial aftertaste. Plus, you can actually recognize and pronounce every ingredient we use!

At As Usual Cakery, clean baking isn't just a trend - it's our foundation.

Because we believe the best cakes come from the best ingredients, handled with care and respect.