Sweet Angels | Rodeo Drive | Beverly Hill, CA

"A party without cupcakes is just a meeting." – Julia Child (attributed)

Sweet Angeles Bakers crafts their desserts using only the finest ingredients, including pure Hawaiian vanilla, rich sweet butter, fresh eggs, real Belgian chocolate, and locally sourced fresh fruits.

Dubai Chocolate Cake

Chocolate Cake layered with Dubai Chocolate filling and pistachio mousse, accented with crunchy Kadaif, tahini, and pistachio paste and with rich chocolate ganache.

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The bakery offers a wide variety of cupcake options, including custom creations and an assortment of brownies. With over 34 flavor combinations available—plus seasonal offerings—there’s something to satisfy every sweet tooth.

The Sweet Angeles team is happy to accommodate dietary preferences, offering gluten-free and vegan options upon request.

However, it’s important to note that Sweet Angeles is not an allergen-free bakery, as all desserts are prepared in a kitchen that uses nuts, tree nuts, wheat flour, and dairy products.

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The Sweet History of Cupcakes

Cupcakes have been delighting dessert lovers for more than two centuries. The earliest mention of "cupcakes" dates back to 1796, when American cook Amelia Simmons included a recipe for "a light cake to bake in small cups" in her cookbook American Cookery. These early versions weren’t called "cupcakes" yet — but they were the start of something sweet.

By 1828, the term “cupcake” officially appeared in Eliza Leslie’s Seventy-five Receipts for Pastry, Cakes, and Sweetmeats. The name referred not only to the size (cakes baked in teacups or ramekins) but also to the way ingredients were measured — by the cup — which was revolutionary at the time.

Unlike traditional cakes that required weighing out ingredients, cupcakes made baking more accessible and consistent, especially in American kitchens.

As baking technology improved, so did cupcake molds and ovens, allowing bakers to create individually portioned cakes with greater ease. In the 20th century, cupcakes became a staple at birthday parties, school celebrations, and bake sales.

Then came the early 2000s cupcake boom, thanks to shows like Sex and the City and the rise of boutique cupcake shops such as Magnolia Bakery. Suddenly, cupcakes were glamorous — frosted high, full of flavor, and dressed for every occasion.

Today, cupcakes are more than just a dessert — they’re a celebration in miniature form. With endless combinations of flavors, fillings, and frostings, they continue to be one of the most beloved and customizable treats in the baking world.