Updated October 2026
If you want a Christmas cake in Kenya this year without a last-minute scramble, the answer is simple: pre-order early. December is the busiest month for Kenyan bakers, with Christmas, family reunions, weddings, ruracio ceremonies, graduations and office parties all landing in the same few weeks. At Norie's Cake Atelier in Machakos, festive cakes start at KES 2,500 for 1kg, and a 50% M-Pesa deposit locks in your date. Here is how to plan it.
When to pre-order your Christmas cake
Our standard notice is 3 days for a simple cake and 7 days for a custom design, but December dates fill up long before that. As a guide:
- Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (24-25 December): book by the end of November if you can.
- Boxing Day and family reunions (26-31 December): book at least two weeks ahead.
- New Year's Eve and New Year's Day: book by mid-December.
- Multi-tier cakes for December weddings: 3 to 4 weeks minimum, earlier is better.
Date changes are free with 72 hours' notice, so booking early does not lock you in if plans move. The deposit itself is non-refundable.
Festive flavours that work for Christmas
Many families in Kenya serve a sponge or layer cake rather than a traditional dark fruit cake at Christmas, because children and guests of all ages enjoy it. From our menu, these suit the season well:
- Red velvet (Signature, KES 2,800 per kg): the classic festive red, with cream cheese frosting as an add-on.
- Carrot with cream cheese (Premium, KES 3,400 per kg): warm and spiced.
- Chocolate fudge or chocolate caramel (Premium, KES 3,200 per kg): a family crowd-pleaser.
- Coffee mocha or hazelnut chocolate (Trendy, KES 3,000 and 3,500 per kg): for adults after a long Christmas lunch.
- Biscoff (Trendy, KES 3,300 per kg): its caramelised biscuit flavour fits the season.
Ask us on WhatsApp if you want a specific traditional cake; we will tell you honestly whether it is something we bake.
Christmas cake prices
| Range | 1kg | 1.5kg | 2kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic (vanilla, lemon, orange, pineapple, coconut, strawberry, blueberry, bubblegum) | KES 2,500 | KES 3,600 | KES 4,800 |
| Signature (red velvet, cookies & cream, lemon blueberry, strawberry shortcake, piña colada, salted caramel) | KES 2,800 | KES 4,100 | KES 5,300 |
| Premium: nutty caramel | KES 3,000 | KES 4,400 | KES 5,700 |
| Premium: chocolate fudge, chocolate caramel, choc chip | KES 3,200 | KES 4,600 | KES 6,100 |
| Premium: chocolate mud | KES 3,300 | KES 4,800 | KES 6,300 |
| Premium: carrot with cream cheese | KES 3,400 | KES 4,900 | KES 6,500 |
| Premium: Snickers | KES 3,500 | KES 5,100 | KES 6,700 |
| Trendy: passion fruit & coconut | KES 2,800 | KES 4,100 | KES 5,300 |
| Trendy: coffee mocha | KES 3,000 | KES 4,400 | KES 5,700 |
| Trendy: Biscoff | KES 3,300 | KES 4,800 | KES 6,300 |
| Trendy: hazelnut chocolate | KES 3,500 | KES 5,100 | KES 6,700 |
Source: Norie's Cake Atelier cake menu, October 2026. Cakes larger than 2kg are priced by weight.
Festive finishes and their prices
| Add-on | Price |
|---|---|
| Extra filling layer, cream cheese filling or frosting, fresh fruit between layers | +KES 300 each |
| Chocolate or caramel drip | +KES 300 |
| Sprinkles, meringue or macarons | +KES 300 to 600 |
| Fresh flowers | +KES 400 to 800 |
| Gold leaf or dust | +KES 300 |
| Fresh berry topping | +KES 400 |
| Message topper / acrylic topper | +KES 200 / +KES 250 |
| Edible image print | +KES 500 |
| Fondant figures | +KES 500 to 1,500 |
How much cake for a Christmas gathering?
Kenyan Christmas lunches tend to be big. A 1kg cake serves roughly 8 to 12 people, so a family of 20 needs about 2kg. If relatives keep arriving through the day, add a box of cupcakes (6 classic for KES 850, 12 for KES 1,650) or cinnamon rolls rather than ordering a much bigger cake. Our cake sizes and servings guide has more detail.
Christmas pastries and gift boxes
If you are visiting family upcountry or thanking neighbours, pastry boxes travel better than a cake: brownies (box of 6 from KES 850), stuffed cookies (box of 6 for KES 1,000), mini cinnamon rolls (box of 6 for KES 800) or a box of 6 assorted doughnuts (KES 750).
Travelling upcountry with a cake
If you are driving from Nairobi or Machakos to the village for Christmas, choose a buttercream cake without tall decorations, keep it in the coolest part of the car and avoid leaving it in a parked car in the sun. For long journeys, a sturdy flavour such as chocolate fudge or carrot travels better than one with fresh fruit or delicate toppers.
Pickup and delivery in December
Pickup is at Machakos Celebration Centre. Delivery in Machakos town is KES 300 to 500; Athi River, Syokimau, Kitengela and Nairobi are priced by distance. December traffic on Mombasa Road is heavy, so we agree delivery windows when you book.
How to order
- Build your cake on the order page: flavour, size, add-ons, date, and pickup or delivery. It shows your total and 50% deposit as you go.
- Tap to send the summary to Norie on WhatsApp (0711 536 504), adding any design photos.
- We confirm the design, the date and any delivery fee.
- Pay the 50% deposit by M-Pesa to 0711 536 504 to secure your date.
- Pay the balance before pickup or delivery.
More detail: how to order a custom cake.
Booking terms in brief
- Order at least 3 days ahead; custom designs need 7 days; wedding and multi-tier cakes need 3 to 4 weeks.
- Rush orders under 48 hours cost 10 to 15% more, subject to availability.
- A 50% M-Pesa deposit to 0711 536 504 confirms your date; the balance is due before pickup or delivery. Deposits are non-refundable, and date changes are free with 72 hours' notice.
- Pickup is at Machakos Celebration Centre. Delivery within Machakos town is KES 300 to 500; further away is priced by distance.
- Cakes contain gluten, eggs and dairy, and may contain nuts. Mention allergies when you order.
Frequently asked questions
When should I order a Christmas cake in Kenya?
For 24-25 December, book by the end of November if possible. December dates fill up fast, and a 50% M-Pesa deposit secures your date.
How much is a Christmas cake?
Our cakes start at KES 2,500 for 1kg (Classic). Popular festive flavours such as red velvet are KES 2,800 per kg, and premium chocolate or carrot cakes KES 3,200 to 3,400 per kg.
Can I change my Christmas order date?
Yes, date changes are free with 72 hours' notice. The deposit is non-refundable.
Do you deliver Christmas cakes to Nairobi?
Yes, delivery to Nairobi, Athi River, Syokimau and Kitengela is priced by distance; Machakos town delivery is KES 300 to 500.
What else can I order for Christmas besides cake?
Cupcakes, brownies, cookies, cinnamon rolls, doughnuts and dessert cups, all available in boxes.
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