Valentine’s menu items can be ordered through Monday, 2/12 and are available for pick up on Wednesday 2/14 from 8-6 pm. *special holiday hours*

Here’s how to order:

online:  http://bettersweetbakery.com/order-online/

email: bettersweetbakery@gmail.com

phone: 920/893.0617

 

BLACK FORREST JAR-O-CAKE:

What could be more incredible than sharing a full pint of cake!  Our take on this dessert includes layers of chocolate cake, bourbon cherry compote, whipped cherry cream and chocolate curls.  Simple holiday decorations will adorn each glass mason jar.  All you’ll need are the spoons.  Minimum order 1 jar, $8.

MINI CHEESECAKE BOX:

Looking for a lovely treat to share?  How about that perfect size of cheesecake for a midweek pick me up? [No Hallmark cards? … you can eat them all.] Each 1 dozen box of our signature vanilla bean cheesecake will include the following three toppings:

* Turtle [contains pecans]  *  Mixed berry  *  Amaretto cherry

Minimum order 1 dozen assorted box, $18.

‘LOADS-O-CHOCOLATE’ BROWNIES:

We’d get in trouble if we didn’t put this on our Valentine’s menu.  Our infamous 6-chocolate recipe, frosted rich and delicious.  Perfect for any age, any time.  Minimum order 1 box of 8 heart shaped brownies, $13.

MISS MARGO’S LEMON SWISS ROLL:

This incredible creation is a lovely light sponge cake that “tastes like lemons and it is very refreshing”.  Filled with fresh cream and adorned with a simple glaze and candied lemon slices.  Serves 6-8 guests.  Minimum order 1 cake roll, $12.

LOVE BUG’S CUPCAKES:

This year, enjoy a box of 4 over-sized cupcakes filled with love [but not bugs].  Decorated and gift boxed for the occasion.  Each box includes two of the following flavors:

Signature red velvet; filled with a semi sweet almond creme, frosted with our cream cheese frosting and finished with crushed European chocolate and gold glitter.

French vanilla; filled with raspberry creme, frosted with our signature butter and finished with edible hearts.

Minimum order 1 box of 4, $16.

SENDING MY LOVE COOKIES:

Missing our custom cutout sugar cookies?  Here’s your golden opportunity to enjoy!  In each generous dozen box, you will receive an assortment of hearts, arrows, love birds and super cute envelopes.  Minimum order 1 dozen box, $18/box.

ORDERING INFORMATION:
~Holiday orders can be placed at any time.

~We appreciate [& suggest] orders be placed at least one week in advance.

~Orders may be placed:

online:  ORDER ONLINE

email:  bettersweetbakery@gmail.com

phone:  920.893.0617

~Due to the volume of orders during our holiday season, our normal business hours change and we are ONLY able to accommodate pick up appointments during the calendar hours specified.

~Payment options: cash or check

~All orders may have an additional box & packaging fee. This varies based on the size and specifics of your order.

~Not certain what your guests might enjoy? Let us help!

~Gift certificates are available… in any amount!

~Beginning on Friday 12/1, our lobby tables will be filled with items available for walk in purchases. [Available all open hours 12/1-12/24].  Choose from pre-boxed cookie assortments, hot cocoa assortments, sweet gifts, specialty mixes, and of course, extra treats!

~Need a quick goodie tray to share at your event or party?  Don’t hesitate to ask and see what we can coordinate for you.

ANY * ITEMS CONTAIN NUTS.

CHRISTMAS CAKES

Black Forest ~ Your celebration centerpiece!  This light chocolate cake is filled with a specialty cherry whipped creme and our own slow simmered cherry compote.  Finished with incredible chocolate curls and a touch of fudge.  8″ cake $38.

Santa Claus ~cocoa-mint cake filled with velvety fudge & then frosted with a minty butter cream to image Kris Kringle himself. $36.

Buche De Noel ~ The fabulous French tradition comes alive here in Wisconsin. A golden butter sponge cake is filled with EITHER classic chocolate mousse or mocha hazelnut mousse. Rolled into a log with fresh buttercream icing, flaked chocolate and of course, festive edible decorations to make your holiday spirit swoon. $40.

Holiday Eggnog Bundt ~ moist, buttery and topped with our own rum glaze and almonds… amazing!  * $28.

Fresh Snowflake ~how does a simple triple vanilla cake sound? Delightful indeed. Our French vanilla cake is filled with signature vanilla crème and our bsb’s butter frosting. This frosty white cake is decorated with a icy blue snowflake over the entire top. Finished with edible sparkle and certain to catch your eye. Single layer 8” [serves 6-8], $16.

Raspberry Cocoa Mousse ~ three layers of delicate mousse are set on top of a chocolate cookie crust and finished with a fine European chocolate ganache.  $30.

Lemon Ricotta~ Looking for something light and refreshing?  You will find this fresh creation to be a delightful combination of a classic pound cake, lemon flavor, and a lightly sweetened glaze.  Serves 6-8 guests, $10.

Christmas Morning ~ As bakers, we often get asked our favorite cake flavors.  This creation has always been in our top five, and this year we’re sharing it with you!  A lovely classic vanilla cake is filled with fresh orange curd creme, topped with our signature chocolate ganache and finished with sliced almonds around the edges.  A dusting of dark chocolate cocoa powder and touch of lavish edible gold glitter.  Single layer 8″, $20. *

Cranberry Pecan Pie Roll~  Ready for something new?  We thought so.  A light vanilla sponge cake is filled with a slow baked pecan cranberry pie filling.  A touch of orange, bourbon and brown butter make this dessert close to over the top.  $32. *

FESTIVE CUPCAKES

Minimum order 1 dozen. $25/dozen.
All cupcakes will be decorated with cute holiday sugars and complementing colored sugars.

~ Chocolate w/ pomegranate bourbon crème & cream cheese frosting

~ Gingerbread w/ eggnog crème & spiced butter frosting

~ Red & green fun-illa-fetti w/ hot cocoa blended cookies n cream & peppermint butter frosting

HOLIDAY BREADS

Eggnog Holiday *

Blueberry Raspberry

Cherry Almond Poppy Seed *

Apple Cinnamon Streusel

Minimum order 1 loaf per flavor. $6.50/loaf.

SIGNATURE TRUFFLES

Handcrafted with fresh ingredients.  Order two 6 pc boxes [1 of each flavor] or 12 pc box [2 of ea.]  All boxes are gift packaged.  Minimum order 1 dozen. $17/dozen.
Dark Chocolate ~ Salted Caramel ~ Grand Mariner ~Pomegranate ~ Raspberry Amaretto ~ Coffee

CUSTOM CRAFTED GIFT BOXES

Nestled in our beautiful holiday boxes [ready for you to ship as well], you will find some of the finest of what Bettersweet offers.
You chose the box size and the flavors you would like to include [flavors listed throughout brochure].
Each box will include a handful of festive & traditional Christmas candies, on us!
Medium Box Includes: $32

1 loaf of bread OR 1 jar of hot cocoa mix

1 lb granola OR 6 pc truffles [holiday assortment box]

1.5 dozen assorted cookies

Large Box Includes: $46

2 loaves of bread OR 1 loaf and 1 jar of hot cocoa mix

1 lb granola OR 6 pc truffles [holiday assortment box]

2.5 dozen assorted cookies

CHRISTMAS COOKIES

~ Cookies can be ordered as an assortment or individual flavors: i.e. 1 dozen ‘gingerbread trees  *If you would like to request specific flavors, they must be ordered by the dozen.

~ You can either order ahead or stop in for cookie assortment boxes, all are gift packaged.

~Buy any 10 dozen cookies: get the 11th free PLUS receive a 10% coupon good for your next order!

Petite~ 1/2 dozen box, perfect for an add on gift or a little taste. $5

Deluxe~1.5 dozen box, with a couple of extras of course! $15

Grand~ 2.5 dozen box, a generous amount of cookies, the ultimate gift! $24

This years cookie list:
Lemon Sandwich
Chocolate Mint Thumbprints
Caramel Cashew *
Mocha Wreaths
White Chocolate w/Cranberry & Macadamia Nut *
Hazelnut Crescents *
Cardamom Honey Snowflakes
Gingerbread Trees
Cocoa Crinkles
Raspberry Linzer *
Classic Almond Spritz
White Chocolate Holiday Trees

*Contains nuts.  Nut free assortment boxes may be ordered ahead of time.  Please request when placing your order.

SIGNATURE SUGAR COOKIE CUTOUTS

This year’s collection is a lovely variety of holiday trees & festive star shapes. Minimum order 1 dozen $18/dozen.

*Gluten free cutout cookies also available, minimum order 1.5 dozen, $30.

Do It Yourself Box~ What could be better than spending the afternoon with your kids or grandkids decorating cutout cookies…. What if you didn’t have to bake the cutouts or gather the decorating supplies! Bettersweet has put together the solution in our annual classic sugar cookie kits. This DIY box comes with a baker’s dozen freshly baked cutout cookies, our signature butter frosting, and several small containers of festive sprinkle choices.

Minimum order 1 dozen box kit, $15.

BAKERS IN TRAINING:

MARGO’S MENU
~ Cake pop truffles: Flavors may change weekly based upon creative desire.  Minimum order box of 8, $10.  Gift packaged and quite delicious!

~ Snowy Day snack mix: If you like to nibble, or know someone who does, you’ll understand why this salty sweet snack mix will become a quick favorite.  Minimum order 2 bags, $5.

ABE’S MENU
~ Assorted cutout cookies.  Help support our littlest baker as he fine tunes his decorating skills!  Minimum order 6 cookies, $3.

[All sales will go to their ‘save, share and spend’ jars.]

SPECIALTY DELIGHTS & SIMPLE GIFTS

Grasshopper Squares: THIS ONE HAS MADE IT PAST THE CUT FOR ELEVEN YEARS! A thick, cake like brownie bottom is layered with a delicious minty cream and covered in decadent chocolate ganache. $20/half doz.  Available in our lobby in 2 piece gift boxes, $6.

Peanut Butter ‘Balls’: Who doesn’t remember sneaking these in their childhood? $10/box of 12, ribboned and gift packaged.

Connoisseur Chocolate Bark: Unique flavor combinations will be changing with each batch. Call to inquire or simply stop in during open hours. A annual artisan Christmas tradition that we’re sharing with you! $5/gift box.

Traditional Rum Rounds:  These decadent candies will be a nostalgic addition to your holiday celebration.  Minimum order 1 dozen, $10.

Coconut Macaroons: Order by individual flavors or assortment of all four.  Minimum order 1 dozen, $12
Plain Jane
German Chocolate *
Orange Cardamom
Key Lime Chocolate Dipped

Hot cocoa: our in house blend combines a classic cocoa flavor with great winter flavors. Available in:
~French Vanilla

~Peppermint Mocha

~Triple Chocolate

$7/pint. $3.50/half pint. $12/ set of 3 half pints [one of each flavor]. Add a bag of soft, white mini marshmallows, $1/bag.
Spiced Nut Mix: We use a base of real butter, natural coconut or maple sugar and spice to create our tasty combinations in a healthier version of these holiday classics. Choose from:
~Rosemary Maple Pecans

~Cinnamon Cayenne Trio [almonds, walnuts & pecans]

~Sea Salted Chai Deluxe [will include a variety of available nuts]

$7.50/half pound package of gourmet nuts or a 3 pack assortment, $21.

GRANOLA

*All granola flavors can be created gluten free with a 2 pound minimum [same flavor] order.  Minimum order 1/2 pound.

Festivus~ oat flakes, wheat flakes, kamut flakes, raw pecans, ground flax, honey, agave syrup, olive oil, dried cranberries, dried cherries, dried apples, cinnamon, cloves & nutmeg. $7/pound or $/4 half pound

Honey Almond~ A new family favorite added to the menu this year.  Oat flakes, almonds, hazelnuts, honey, coconut sugar, coconut oil, sea salt, vanilla & almond flavorings.  $8/pound or $4.50/half pound.

Good Morning~ oat flakes, unsweetened coconut, raw almonds, raw pecans, dried apricots, dried cherries, crystallized ginger, orange zest, coconut milk, honey, sea salt, vanilla & spices. $8.50/pound or $4 /half pound

 

 

Please read through our calendar of available pick up days and times. Remember from 12/1-12/24, our lobby tables will also be stocked with sweet treats and extra goodies!

FRIDAY, 12/1: 12-7 PM

SATURDAY, 12/2: 9-3 PM

SUNDAY, 12/3 & MONDAY, 12/4: CLOSED

TUESDAY, 12/5: 12-7 PM

WEDNESDAY 12/6: 12-7 PM

THURSDAY, 12/7: 12-7 PM

FRIDAY, 12/8: 12-7 PM

SATURDAY, 12/9: 9-3 PM

SUNDAY, 12/10 & MONDAY, 12/11: CLOSED

TUESDAY, 12/12: 12-7 PM

WEDNESDAY, 12/13: 12-7 PM

THURSDAY, 12/14: 12-7 PM

FRIDAY, 12/15: 9-7 PM

SATURDAY, 12/16: 9-3 PM

SUNDAY, 12/17: CLOSED

MONDAY, 12/18: 9-7 PM

TUESDAY, 12/19: 9-7 PM

WEDNESDAY, 12/20: 9-7 PM

THURSDAY, 12/21: 9-7 PM

FRIDAY, 12/22: 9-7 PM

SATURDAY, 12/23: 9-7 PM

SUNDAY, 12/24: 8-11 AM [CHRISTMAS EVE]

MONDAY, 12/25, TUESDAY, 12/26 & WEDNESDAY 12/27: CLOSED

THURSDAY, 12/28: 9-6 PM

FRIDAY, 12/29: 9-6 PM

SATURDAY, 12/30: 9-3 PM

SUNDAY, 12/31: CLOSED

JANUARY HOURS: Note: Bettersweet will be closed for our annual winter break the first two weeks of January. 

MONDAY, 1/1-TUESDAY 1/16: CLOSED

WEDNESDAY, 1/17: 9-6 PM

THURSDAY, 1/18: 9-NOON [BRIDAL SHOW AT JMKAC]

FRIDAY, 1/19: 9-6 PM

SATURDAY, 1/21: BY APPOINTMENT

SUNDAY, 1/22-TUESDAY, 1/24: CLOSED

WEDNESDAY, 1/25: 9-6 PM

THURSDAY, 1/26: 9- 6 PM

FRIDAY, 1/27: 9-6 PM

SATURDAY, 1/28: BY APPOINTMENT

SUNDAY, 1/29-TUESDAY, 1/31: CLOSED

Thanksgiving orders will be accepted through Tuesday evening [8 pm], 11/21.

Special holiday hours are:
Tuesday 11/21: CLOSED & LAST DAY TO PLACE THANKSGIVING ORDERS!  [Phone calls and emails will be answered throughout the day.]  We will have all extras available in our lobby on both Wednesday and Thursday during open hours.
Wednesday 11/22: 10-7pm
Thursday 11/23: 8-11 am *THANKSGIVING DAY*
Friday 11/24: CLOSED
Saturday 11/25: 9-NOON [Thanksgiving menu items not available, only open for other custom order cakes and goodies.]

ON TO THE GOODIES….

PIES [only the flavors listed are available this year.  Sorry, no special requests.
[All pies are 9″, serving 6-8 generously]
Pumpkin: the classic recipe $15.  Available with either spiced real cream topping $17 or praline crunch topping* $17.
Apple Crumble: made from a mixture of apple varieties and a buttery brown sugar crunch $16.  Available as a caramel apple crumble as well $17.
Pecan: timeless and sweet $17.  *contains nuts
Raspberry Custard: just like grandma used to make.  A little something different for your holiday table.  $16.

BREADS
[$6.25 per loaf. Regular size, minimum order of 1 loaf PER variety.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip
Orange Cranberry
Apple Strusel

HOLIDAY ORDERING SPECIAL: 3 pack of mini loaves, 1 of each flavor, $10.

CAKES & CUPCAKES

PUMPKIN CAKE ROLL
What could be better than cake with cream?  How about a fragrantly spiced pumpkin sponge cake, filled generously with a cream cheese blended vanilla creme.  Minimum order 4 slices [individually sliced OR 1 cake roll, $3/slice or $24/ roll]

THE DOLLY CAKE:  This one is fantastic!  The cake itself is a soft balance of vanilla bean, fresh orange and hints of cranberry.  Filled then with a new cranberry orange compote creme and a thin layer of house made orange curd, you won’t be able to speak while trying this stunning centerpiece!  8 inch [serves 12-14 generously]  $34.

AUTUMNAL SPICE: Imagine the blend of fall spices, warm from the oven on your grandmother’s counter… then add a little brandied nutmeg creme, layered with a fresh vanilla custard…. [shall we keep going?].  Finished with our delicious cream cheese frosting and, cinnamon sugar swirls and a dusting of freshly grated nutmeg.  8 inch [serves 12-14 generously] $32.

APPLE PIE DELIGHT CUPCAKES
Returning by demand this fall season!  Our golden butter vanilla cupcakes are filled with apple pie creme [apple pie baked without a crust, cooled and folded into our signature vanilla creme] and finished with our cinnamon butter frosting.  Minimum order 1 dozen MINI cupcakes, $12.

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE:  with spiced gingerbread crust $38.

RASPBERRY COCOA MOUSSE: decadent layers of chocolate and raspberry mousse sit atop a chocolate cookie crust and the entire creation is covered with rich chocolate ganache.  $30

COOKIES & TREATS

FALLEN LEAF COOKIES
If you’ve been missing our custom cutout cookies, then these are for you!  We’re ready with a variety of leaf shapes and sizes, all made from our signature sugar cookie dough, frosted in lovely muted fall colors and completed with a touch of edible gold color.  Minimum order 1 dozen box, $18.

TRIO OF AUTUMN COOKIES
Is someone else making pie?  Do you need just a little bit of sweet to watch the game? Whatever the need might be, why not pick up an assortment of cookies.  Each 1.5 dozen box includes:

Spiced white chocolate cranberry
Salted chocolate chip M&M
Old fashioned molasses

Minimum order 1 box, $11.

 

MISS MARGO’S GINGERBREAD SQUARES~  this treat is not to be missed!  A classic recipe inspired from the Little House on the Prairie cookbook and frosted with a layer of soft milk chocolate icing.  Minimum order 2 squares [approximately 3″x 3″ squares] $5.

We will be accepting Halloween orders until Thursday evening, 10/26.

Special holiday pick up hours will be:
Saturday, 10/28, 9~noon
Monday, 10/30, 3-6 pm
Tuesday, 10/31, 9-6 pm
*We will have extra goodies available in our lobby during pick up hours. No guarantees on what or how much we will have, but we always seem some extras.

Now, on to the goodies…

~ SPIDER WEB CAKE:  A little something from our cauldron this year!  A single layer 8″ black & orange fun~illa~fetti cake frosted ghost white with a striking black web and edible spiders (we promise they’re cute…not creepy).  Choose your filling: either orange dream or fudge creme.
[$18, serves 6-8 generously]

~BUTTER BEER CUPCAKES:  Harry Potter fans, take off your invisibility cloaks.  This is no joke; we’ve taken on a request and created our own take on the famous Hogwart’s beverage.  These delicious golden cupcakes have a sweet butterscotch and toffee flavor, both in the cake and the filling.  Finished with a delicately brown sugar kissed butter frosting [not our signature but incredibly new and creamy].  [$10 box of 4.  Festively decorated box… perfect for a little treat or gift].

~CHOCOLATE MUMMY BROWNIES:  A fan favorite!  Our 6~chocolate brownies are cut into large circles and frosted to resemble a super cute, friendly mummy face.
[$11/box of 6, minimum order 1 box]

~ WIZARD WANDS: the classic chocolate dipped pretzel.  You know how good they are.  But you probably don’t know how good they are with a trio of chocolates and festive toppings.  $15 per dozen [minimum order 1 dozen].

~CREEPY CUTIES: These kid friendly mini cupcakes are decorated for the fun side of Halloween.  Each box includes an assortment of the following three flavors [4 of each flavor] in our MINI cupcake size:
-Fun-illa-fetti [black and orange sprinkles] w/ signature vanilla creme filling, BSB’s butter frosting.
-Milk chocolate w/ cookies n’ cream filling, BSB’s butter frosting.
-Classic vanilla w/ caramel marshmallow creme filling, BSB’s butter frosting.
[$13/dozen, minimum order 1 dozen]

~BLACK CAT BREW:  This mini cupcake assortment was created with grown-up tastes in mind.  Receive a box of three flavors [4 of each flavor], perfect to accompany your morning coffee (instead of another handful of your kiddo’s candy…)
-Classic chocolate w/ espresso chai creme filling, mocha butter frosting.
-Butter vanilla w/ maple pumpkin creme filling, cream cheese frosting.
-Milk chocolate chip w/salted caramel pecan cream, bourbon fudge butter frosting. *CONTAINS NUTS*  [$13/dozen, minimum order 1 dozen]

BAKER’S IN TRAINING MENU:

~SUPER ABE’S PUMPKIN COOKIES: this cape laden little guy is pretty excited to be put on the ‘real menu’ this holiday!  He’ll be rolling out pumpkin shaped sugar cookies decorated to his creative liking.
[$0.50 per cookie, no minimum order].

~SPOOKY CRUNCH:  Need a little something special and sweet?  Margo’s getting ready to craft up another batch of snack mix.  It’s guaranteed to be full of kid approved delights!
[$4/bag]

~CAULDRON BAKED DONUTS:  Resurrected from the vault, Margo is working up some of her baked donuts.  assortment of vanilla and chocolate. these cake pops sans the stick, are making an appearance this Halloween.  Each box will include an assortment of both vanilla and chocolate donuts, lightly glazed and sprinkled for the holiday.
[$4 per dozen, minimum order 1 dozen box].

a few updates for the rest of our fall season, and into winter…

~We are currently asking for a 2 week lead time on all incoming orders. We will always try to accommodate quick orders, but we can not guarantee our availability, especially as the holiday season approaches.
~We will be posting our THANKSGIVING MENU online and sending it out via email on Wednesday, 11/1.  All of the details will be there, so if you are thinking ahead [always appreciated], we have you covered.
~Then our CHRISTMAS MENU will be posted and emailed out on 11/15. If you haven’t experienced our Christmas menu in prior years, you are in for a treat… many treats that is.  This is our busiest and most exciting season of the year.  
~Our hours change from Thanksgiving through New Years.  Specific hours during this time will be included with each menu and posted on our website.  These pick up times are firmly set so that we can professionally manage the sheer volume of holiday orders we receive.
~Bettersweet will be closed for our annual winter break from January 1st-16th.  We always like to give everyone an early heads up!

It’s always a quick change over from the spring to the summer season here at BSB. Here’s a few items we wanted to let you read over:

~Next weekend, 6/2-6/4 is completely booked for orders.  The following weekend, 6/9-6/11 is nearly at capacity.  Please let us know asap if you’re looking to place an order.

~We recommend a full week as a minimum lead time on orders.  Our wedding calendar is quite full this year so it never hurts to call at least two weeks prior to your event.

~Just a reminder that our Surplus Goodies email is not a weekly guarantee, and most likely will not have an official Thursday email sent out until the end of October.  We do still have surprise lists, specials and occasional news, so you’ll still hear from us over the summer months.

~You are more than welcome to stop in any Friday afternoon between 1-6 pm to check what extras we have.  No call or email needed ahead of time.

~Plan to visit us at the Elkhart Lake Farmer’s Market on Saturday mornings June -September.  [We won’t be at the first two markets on 6/3 & 6/10, due to our graduation and wedding calendar, but will be there ready for your sweet tooths on Saturday 6/17 to start our season.]