What’s a celebration without an aesthetic cake, perfectly designed for an artistic Instagram photo dump? Today, Korean bento cakes, also known as lunchbox cakes, are a particularly popular choice. They may only be big enough to serve four people at most, but their adorably minimalistic designs with simple yet elegant frosting patterns, charming messages, or playful illustrations make them a certified hit. The more Instagrammable, the better! Wondering where you could find these gorgeously tiny cakes? Here are our recommendations for the best Korean minimalist cakes in KL and beyond.
The Best Korean Minimalist Cakes in KL
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1. Lilian’s Cake House
We’d give you three guesses to get the name behind Lilian’s Cake House right, but something tells us you’ll get it on the first try. But what you won’t guess, especially considering the gorgeous cakes from Lilian’s Cake House, is that Lilian is a self-taught baker! Through YouTube videos, she learned how to make her delicious wares, including her signature and best-selling Houjicha Chiffon Cake. Visit their bakery at Mont Kiara to purchase your perfect cake with the custom-made design of your dreams.
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| Address | Society, 4, Jalan Kiara 1, Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur, 50480 |
| Operating hours | Sunday to Monday (11:00am to 6:00pm) Closed on Tuesdays |
| Contact details | Send them a direct message here |
2. Melur Cakes
Unlike its predecessor on our list, Melur Cakes was not founded by a lady named Melur but by pastry expert Yasmin Zulkefli. This popular Korean minimalist cake bakery can recreate every design you can think of, from adorable cartoon characters to eye-catching 2D creations. You can either pick up your custom cake from their bakery at Melawati or have it delivered to you via Lalamove. Be sure to preorder your cake five days in advance!
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| Address | Dataran Wangsa Melawati, Jalan 2/27a, 53300 Kuala Lumpur |
| Operating hours | Tuesday to Sunday (1:00pm to 8:00pm) Closed on Mondays |
| Contact details | +6012 883 2297 |
3. Bakey Bites
Bakey Bites was founded back in 2017 and is still going strong today, thriving with a physical store in Kota Damansara that was opened in 2021. Their cake sizes range from 4 inches to 12 inches and come in four flavours: Chocolate Nutella, Red Velvet, Pandan Gula Melaka, and Classic Vanilla. Depending on the design, Bakey Bites offers well-made Korean minimalist cakes as cheap as RM17! If you have an occasion coming up but are saddled with a tight budget, check out their affordable creations. Bakey Bites even offers party sets complete with a simply designed cake and assorted pastries.
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| Address | 25, Jalan Teknologi 3/9, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor |
| Operating hours | Monday to Saturday (10:00am to 6:00pm) Closed on Sundays |
| Contact details | +6011 6116 4672 |
4. Llebeurre
A fancy bakery with a fancy name! Llebeurre, which means butter in French, sells round- and heart-shaped Korean-inspired cakes. With nine different flavours on offer, it’s hard to pick between classic flavours like vanilla and chocolate to more exciting ones like Earl Grey honey and Earl Grey chocolate. They even have a DIY bento box cake that comes with three piping bags filled with multi-coloured buttercream icing and sprinkles. Practice your pastry chef skills — who knows, you might have a knack for it.
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| Address | Jalan Anggerik Vanda 31/166 Meranti Terrace, @ Kota Kemuning, 40460 Shah Alam |
| Operating hours | Opens daily (10:00am to 4:00pm) |
| Contact details | +6012 771 1292 |
5. Tiny Baker
The menu at Tiny Baker cafe in Kota Damansara is filled with every type of baked delicacy that will set your tastebuds tingling, including toast sets, pain au chocolat, and chiffon cake. However, the expertly designed cakes the cafe has on display are the stars of the show. You can order cakes with vintage designs, such as their popular Ribbon Vintage Cakes, perfect for girlies who are obsessed with the coquette trend. Check out Tiny Baker’s Two Tier Vintage Series if you’re hosting a bigger party.
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| Address | 21-2, Jalan PJU 5/3, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor |
| Operating hours | Tuesday to Sunday (12:00pm to 6:00pm) Closed on Mondays |
| Contact details | +6010 565 7152 |
6. Street Bake
Forget the best Korean minimalist cakes in KL, Street Bake’s catalogue has a far wider range — from pastries to themed cakes and even dessert tables. Their flavour choices are just as diverse, boasting ten distinct options, including Lotus Biscoff, black forest, Victoria sandwich, chocolate Nutella, carrot cake, and lemon. The mini-tier vintage cakes from Street Bake are a great choice for those who want luxurious-looking cakes in a tiny package. Want to have more pastries at your function? Opt for their new Bento + Cupcakes Set.
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| Address | Masreca19, Persiaran Rimba Permai, Cyber 10, 63000 Cyberjaya, Selangor |
| Operating hours | Opens daily (10:00am to 6:00pm) |
| Contact details | +6019 644 5698 |
7. Real Sweet Treats
Real Sweet Treats has a little hidden cafe in Plaza Damas and we definitely recommend giving them a visit for their RST Breakfast alone — but we’re here for the cakes! You can order custom cakes from this bakery, including ones with fondant detailing (fair warning from the cafe itself: fondant looks gorgeous, but fondant isn’t known for its taste). Choose between twelve different flavours like Banana Palozza, Matcha, Passionfruit, and Vanilla Buttercake, so Real Sweet Treats can bake the perfect mini cake made just for you.
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| Address | C-0-15, Plaza Damas, 3, Jalan, Taman Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur |
| Operating hours | Opens daily (9:00am to 4:30pm) |
| Contact details | +6011 1770 8055 |
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