Little Cupcake Bakeshop | 30 Prince Street, New York City
Little Cupcake Bakeshop was founded in Brooklyn, NY, on July 23rd, 2005. They specialize in crafting wholesome, traditional American desserts using only the freshest, sustainably sourced ingredients. They prioritize local farms from the Hudson Valley, Catskills, Vermont, and New Jersey, and incorporate seasonal ingredients whenever possible. Their baked goods are made in small batches every day on-site—no shortening, no preservatives. They use milk from grass-fed cows, and our espresso bars offer organic teas and Non-GMO Illy coffee. Each LCB store features eco-friendly architectural design, and They are committed to supporting local community organizations and sustainable development initiatives on local, national, and international levels.
Favorites at LCB include the "Brooklyn Blackout Cake," recognized by Food & Wine as the "Best Chocolate Cake in America." Another standout is the "Mott Street" cupcake, a tribute to Old Little Italy, featuring a vanilla bean cupcake soaked in Illy espresso and topped with homemade mascarpone frosting, a delightful take on tiramisu. Also on the menu is the "Blue Velvet Cake," a moist buttermilk cake made with New Jersey blueberries, homemade cream cheese frosting, and a touch of organic food coloring derived from flowers.
Their mission is to establish a business model that benefits both people and the planet. At Little Cupcake Bakeshop, they implement energy-efficient practices across all aspects of their operations. This includes using an 18 Seer HVAC unit, Energy Star equipment, low-emissions windows, LED and CFL lighting, motion sensors, and thermal control monitors. Their construction features salvaged materials, recycled sheetrock, FSC-certified wood, eco-friendly grout and sealants, and zero-VOC paints. They also use non-toxic, eco-friendly cleaning solutions and packaging made from corn or recycled mulch, which is 100% biodegradable. They source the majority of their ingredients from local farms in New Jersey, the Hudson Valley, Catskills, Pennsylvania, and Vermont.
