Life's Sweetest
Weddings, Birthdays, and Special Events
Beautiful cakes and sweet treats, made with care in Metairie by a family-owned bakery.
Inspired by New Orleans.
Made for you.
The Sweet Life Bakery is a family-owned and operated specialty bakery in Metairie, offering custom cakes and sweet treats for every occasion.
Featured Creations
Sweet Treats All Day
Stop by our storefront for grab-and-go treats, individual cheesecakes, fresh brownies, and artisan confections made from scratch every morning.
Lemon Bars & Squares
Golden shortbread base with rich curd and fresh whipped cream
Artisan Cake Pops
Hand-dipped chocolate cake pops with elegant drizzle and pearls
Glitter Buttercream Cupcakes
Rich chocolate cupcakes with sky-blue Swiss meringue buttercream
Mini Cheesecakes
Individual artisan cakes and cheesecakes made fresh daily
Chocolate Chip Doozies
Two chewy cookies with fluffy buttercream center
Cannolis
Crisp shells filled with sweet ricotta cream, white chocolate & pistachios
Our Flavors
Cake Flavors
- ✓Almond
- ✓Chocolate
- ✓Vanilla
- ✓Red Velvet
- ✓Yellow Butter
- ✓Funfetti
Premium Cake Flavors
- ✓Tiramisu
- ✓Key Lime
- ✓Lemon
- ✓Strawberry
- ✓Raspberry
- ✓And more...
Buttercream Fillings
- ✓Vanilla
- ✓Chocolate
- ✓Strawberry
- ✓Cream Cheese
- ✓Pineapple
- ✓And more...
Premium Fillings
- ✓Blueberry
- ✓Cannoli
- ✓Lemon Mascarpone
- ✓Salted Caramel
- ✓Oreo
- ✓And more...
We use Swiss Meringue buttercream for the base of our buttercream fillings. It is lighter, more whipped and not as sweet as a traditional American buttercream.
MADE WITH LOVE
Every treat is baked with care and the finest ingredients.
SISTER OWNED
Two sisters, one dream, and a passion for creating sweet memories.
LOCALLY LOVED
Proudly serving the New Orleans community on Veterans Boulevard.
FOR EVERY OCCASION
From everyday treats to life's biggest celebrations, we're here for every moment.
CUSTOM CAKES
Beautiful, one-of-a-kind cakes for any celebration.
KING CAKES
A New Orleans tradition made with authentic flavors and lots of love.
SWEET TREATS
Cookies, cupcakes, dessert bars and more—perfect for any sweet craving.
OUR STORY
Get to know the sisters behind Sweet Life Bakery.
Before You Order
A few sweet details to know before placing your order.
Plan Ahead
Party cakes require at least 2–3 weeks’ notice.
Wedding and groom’s cakes should be ordered months in advance.
Reserve Your Date
A 50% deposit is required to reserve your order.
Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Payment Details
A 3% processing fee applies to all card payments.
Cake Tastings
By appointment only.
Delivery
Available to businesses only.
Questions?
Calls and emails are returned within five business days.
Contact & Custom Cake Inquiry
Fill out the form below to begin your custom cake order. Please review our policies regarding lead time and deposit requirements.
Bakery Details
516 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70005
Open in Google Maps →Tuesday–Saturday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Sunday & Monday: Closed
Tuesday–Thursday: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Tastings by appointment only
- Party cakes: Order 2–3 weeks in advance.
- Weddings: Reserve months in advance.
- 50% non-refundable deposit required to secure booking.
- Calls & emails returned within five business days.
Our Location
Family-owned and baking fresh in the heart of Metairie — we'd love to see you.
The Sweet Life Bakery
516 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70005
Store Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM