Careaway Cakes and Gifts – Athens, GA: Hours, Menu & Directions

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267 Helican Springs Rd, Athens, GA 30601

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Address267 Helican Springs Rd, Athens, GA 30601

Phone(706) 410-2253

StyleCake shop

CountyClarke County

Time zoneEastern Time

From city center5.2 mi northeast

About Careaway Cakes and Gifts

You will find Careaway Cakes and Gifts at 267 Helican Springs Rd in Athens, roughly 5.2 mi from downtown Athens, heading northeast.

It is one of 33 bakeries and sweet shops we list in Athens. Nearest alternative: Celia's Bakery at 9029 Us-29, 1.6 mi away.

We have not been able to confirm a full weekly schedule for Careaway Cakes and Gifts yet, so calling ahead at (706) 410-2253 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

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.
Classic vanilla beanFine-crumbed butter cake flecked with vanilla bean seeds; soft, moist and neutral enough to pair with almost any filling.

Fillings

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.
Salted caramelSlow-cooked caramel with a pinch of sea salt, thick and buttery, often piped inside a buttercream dam to keep layers neat.

Frostings & finishes

Cream cheese frostingTangy, soft frosting of cream cheese and butter, the traditional partner for red velvet, carrot and hummingbird cakes.
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.