Blue Ribbon Cake – Salem, MA: Hours, Menu & Directions

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118 Boston St #1, Salem, MA 01970

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Address118 Boston St #1, Salem, MA 01970

Phone(978) 744-1757

StyleCake shop

CountyEssex County

Time zoneEastern Time

From city center1.0 mi west

About Blue Ribbon Cake

Blue Ribbon Cake is a cake shop at 118 Boston St #1, roughly 1.0 mi from downtown Salem, heading west.

It is one of 21 bakeries and sweet shops we list in Salem — about one per 2,175 people living in the city. Nearest alternative: Bridal Cake Shop at 118 Boston St, less than 0.1 mi away.

We have not been able to confirm a full weekly schedule for Blue Ribbon Cake yet, so calling ahead at (978) 744-1757 is the safest bet. Bakeries often sell out of popular items by early afternoon.

What to order

Typical items at a cake shop like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Cake flavors

MarbleVanilla and chocolate batters swirled together in the pan, so each slice reveals its own ribbon pattern and two flavors.
ConfettiVanilla cake with rainbow sprinkles baked into the batter, leaving cheerful colored specks throughout; a long-standing birthday party favorite.
Spiced carrotDense, moist spice cake with grated carrot, cinnamon and chopped walnuts, sturdy enough to stack into multiple tiers.
Gluten-free vanillaVanilla layer cake made from a rice and tapioca flour blend, with a soft, even crumb for guests who avoid wheat.

Fillings

Lemon curdSilky, tangy curd cooked from lemon juice, eggs and butter, adding a bright, puckery layer to vanilla or almond cake.
Dark chocolate ganacheMelted dark chocolate whisked with warm cream, setting into a dense, fudgy layer between chocolate or vanilla sponges.
Bavarian creamVanilla custard lightened with whipped cream, cool and pudding-like; pairs especially well with layers of sliced fruit.
Fresh strawberries & creamSliced ripe strawberries set into whipped cream between layers, juicy and light; best for cakes served within a day of pickup.

Frostings & finishes

Rolled fondantPliable sugar paste rolled over the cake for a seamless matte surface, used for sculpted shapes and detailed themed designs.
Stabilized whipped creamAiry, lightly sweetened cream held firm with a stabilizer; well suited to fruit cakes and kept refrigerated until serving.
Ganache dripGlossy chocolate poured over a chilled cake so it runs down the sides in controlled drips, a popular modern finish.
Semi-naked finishThin scrape of buttercream that lets the cake layers peek through, giving a rustic look often dressed with fresh flowers or fruit.