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Dawn's Couture Cakes is a small, in-home bakery located in Ottumwa, Iowa. Specializing in wedding cakes and other dessert needs, Chef Dawn creates custom-desserts from scratch. She bakes cakes that mirror the couple’s style, personalities, and unique tastes, made using the freshest ingredients.

Experience
From a start washing dishes, serving tables, and working as a sous chef in Green Fountain Inn, Dawn Kappelman became a professional pastry chef when she graduated from Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton, Wisconsin. She received two associate degrees in hotel restaurant management and the culinary arts, with a baking certificate.

Products Offered
As a full-service bakery, Dawn's Couture Cakes offers consultations, custom designs, private tastings, delivery, and set up. Dawn offers a variety of dessert options including:

  • Cakes
  • Cupcakes
  • Dessert buffet
  • Groom's cake
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding cakes with buttercream frosting (per slice, without tax)?

$3

What is the starting price for fondant wedding cakes (per slice, without tax)?

$3

Which of the following are included in the cost of the cake?

Cake Stands

What types of desserts do you provide?

Cupcakes
Dessert Buffet
Groom's Cake

What services do you provide?

Consultations
Custom Design
Delivery
Setup
Tastings - Open House
Tastings - Private

What cake items do you provide?

Cake Stands

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free

Are you licensed by the state health department?

Yes

Reviews of Dawn's Couture Cakes

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Dawn's Couture Cakes has consistently impressed wedding-goers with their delicious and visually stunning desserts. Reviewers raved about Dawn's talent and professionalism in creating not only beautiful cakes but also a delightful array of cupcakes and cheesecakes that left guests wanting more. From prompt responses to exceptional flavors and designs, Dawn's Couture Cakes received high praise for surpassing expectations and adding a sweet touch to memorable occasions. If you are seeking a top-notch dessert experience for your special event, Dawn's expert creations come highly recommended by satisfied customers.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Dawn's Couture Cakes has consistently impressed wedding-goers with their delicious and visually stunning desserts. Reviewers raved about Dawn's talent and professionalism in creating not only beautiful cakes but also a delightful array of cupcakes and cheesecakes that left guests wanting more. From prompt responses to exceptional flavors and designs, Dawn's Couture Cakes received high praise for surpassing expectations and adding a sweet touch to memorable occasions. If you are seeking a top-notch dessert experience for your special event, Dawn's expert creations come highly recommended by satisfied customers.

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Nancy R. Sent on 10/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Delicious and pretty!!

We are from out of the area and were not familiar with Dawn’s Couture Cakes but she came highly recommended. We wanted a sizable dessert bar along with a small cake for the bride and groom to cut. And that’s basically all the instruction we gave her … and OH MY WORD she nailed it!!! Everything was delicious, absolutely the best I have ever tasted!!!! The desserts were disappearing so fast, I snatched a box of cupcakes to hold back in the kitchen because I wanted to make sure and be able to try some of everything myself at home! All the guests were impressed and continually commented on how delicious everything was. I was otherwise busy with ceremony prep while Dawn was setting up and before I knew it she was gone and this beautifully decorated cake had appeared along with a table adorned with cheesecakes and cupcakes galore .. I was blown away! Not only was everything delicious, it was all so pretty!!! Best experience ever! Book her, you will not be disappointed!
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Hannah D. Sent on 09/30/2024
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Stunning!!

My husband and I were so amazed by both the decoration and delicious taste!
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Lindsie G. Sent on 10/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Goodvin wedding

Dawn did an amazing job, she assembled and set up the cake perfectly! Everything tasted amazing, I had so many compliments on how good the cupcakes were! Very pleased with our experience with her and will use her for all of our future cake orders!

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Whippoorwill Acres Whippoorwill Acres Barn & Farm Weddings

Dawn is a true professional and her cakes and cupcakes are absolutely mouth-watering! I find that it is sometimes hard to have a really gorgeous cake that tastes just as amazing as it looks, but Dawn gets it done every time!

Brett Leemkuil Design Brett Leemkuil Design Wedding Florists

Beyond tasty! Her cakes are unforgettable! True artistry at its best!

FlourGirl Patissier FlourGirl Patissier Wedding Cakes

Dawn's cakes are creative, gorgeous, and made from scratch. Call Dawn for a FABULOUS cake and a wonderful experience!!

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