Patisserie · Stapleford, Cambridge
The Shack Menu & Prices
From the first bake of the morning to afternoon treats, these are the 41 items we would expect to see at The Shack in Stapleford, Cambridge.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by The Shack. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- Tarte Tatin sliceV £4.80 Caramelised upside-down apple tart on buttery puff pastry, served with crème fraîche.
- Éclair au chocolatPopularV £5.25 Choux finger filled with rich chocolate crème pâtissière and glossy fondant.
- Tarte aux fraisesV £6.05 Sweet pastry case with vanilla crème pâtissière and glazed fresh strawberries.
- FraisierVN £6.15 Genoise sponge, fresh strawberries and crème mousseline topped with marzipan.
- Tarte au citronPopularV £6.05 Crisp pâte sucrée filled with sharp lemon curd and finished with torched meringue.
- Paris-BrestPopularVN £5.75 Ring of choux pastry filled with praline mousseline and dusted with icing sugar.
- OpéraVN £6.55 Almond joconde sponge layered with coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.
- Mille-feuilleV £6.25 Caramelised puff pastry layered with vanilla crème pâtissière and feathered fondant.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- Macarons (box of 6)PopularVGFN £12.00 Assorted almond macarons with smooth shells and ganache or buttercream fillings.
- Single macaronPopularVGFN £2.40 One delicate almond meringue shell in a seasonal flavour such as pistachio or raspberry.
- FlorentinesVNGF £3.90 Crisp almond and candied-peel discs set on a layer of dark chocolate.
- Pâte de fruitsVGFDF £5.80 Intensely fruity jellied sweets rolled in sugar, sold by the bag.
- Canelé de BordeauxV £3.00 Caramelised fluted cake with a custardy rum and vanilla centre.
Viennoiserie
- Escargot aux raisinsV £4.00 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Croissant aux amandesVN £3.95 Syrup-soaked croissant filled with almond cream and baked with flaked almonds.
- Pain au chocolatPopularV £3.80 Laminated dough wrapped around dark chocolate batons and baked until glossy.
- Chausson aux pommesV £3.05 Puff pastry turnover with a soft, lightly spiced apple compote filling.
- Brioche feuilletéeV £3.05 Buttery laminated brioche with feathery layers and a light sugar glaze.
- Croissant au beurrePopularV £2.45 Classic French croissant made with AOP butter for distinct, crisp layers.
- Kouign-amannV £4.05 Breton pastry of caramelised butter and sugar layers with a crackly crust.
- Croissant aux pistachesVN £4.90 Croissant filled with pistachio cream and finished with chopped pistachios.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Entremets chocolat (serves 6)PopularVN £39.00 Layered dark chocolate mousse cake with a crunchy praline base and mirror glaze.
- Tarte aux fruits (serves 8)V £33.50 Large crème pâtissière tart crowned with glazed seasonal fruits.
- Galette des rois (January)VN £22.50 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
- Tarte au citron (serves 8)PopularV £30.00 Large lemon tart with a crisp sweet pastry and Italian meringue peaks.
- Fraisier (serves 6)VN £33.50 Whole strawberry cake with vanilla mousseline and a pale green marzipan top.
- Bûche de Noël (seasonal)V £37.50 Rolled chocolate sponge filled with ganache and decorated as a festive log.
- Croquembouche (to order)V £117.00 Tower of cream-filled choux bound with spun caramel for celebrations.
Boissons
- Citron presséVVGGF £3.30 Freshly squeezed lemon juice served with sparkling water and sugar syrup.
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £2.75 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Iced latteVGF £4.00 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Chocolat chaudVGF £3.95 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £4.20 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £3.50 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
Bakes & Cakes
- Carrot cakeVN £4.45 Moist slice of spiced carrot cake with cream cheese frosting.
- Sausage roll £3.65 Hand-made pork sausage roll in flaky pastry, served warm.
- CroissantPopularV £2.60 Buttery, flaky croissant baked fresh, with jam and butter on request.
- Chocolate brownieV £3.95 Rich, gooey chocolate brownie, lovely warmed through with a jug of cream.
- Cinnamon swirlV £2.75 Spiral bun with cinnamon butter and a light vanilla glaze.
- Cream teaPopularV £10.50 Two scones with clotted cream, strawberry jam and a pot of tea.
- Cheese sconeV £2.45 Golden Cheddar scone served warm from the oven with salted butter.
Ordering tips for The Shack
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.
- It opens on Sundays (10am – 4pm), which makes it handy for weekend treats.
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