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Tiny Cakes and Indian Sweets

bySudha ChandranarayananDelivered across ChennaiView full gallery

From miniature jalebis to chocolate truffle cakes, I craft tiny, hyper-realistic sweets that look good enough to eat. Explore my handmade treats or learn to create them yourself.

A beautiful assortment of my miniature cakes, including chocolate, red velvet, and a fun watermelon jelly cake.

My online cake class teaches you how to make 10 different types of hyper-realistic cakes using air-dry clay.

A box full of sweetness. This video shows an assortment of classic Indian sweets, including motichoor laddu, kaju katli, and jalebi, all handcrafted and arranged in a beautiful gift box.

A close-up of my miniature blueberry cheesecake, complete with a glossy topping and tiny mint leaf.

A promo for my online cake course, showing the variety of cakes you can learn to create.

A miniature mango cake, with a bright yellow glaze and delicate chocolate decorations.

A slice of my miniature black forest cake, showing the layers of chocolate sponge and cream.

About this collection

I sculpt each piece from air-dry clay by hand, avoiding factory molds to keep every jalebi and cake slice unique. You will notice that my sweets have a specific finish—I apply multiple layers of varnish to simulate the fresh, oily texture of traditional mithai and the soft, porous look of fresh cake sponges.

Handcrafted Sweetness

Whether you are looking for a unique gift like a miniature carrot halwa magnet or want to try your hand at sculpting, these pieces are designed to capture the nostalgia of our favorite desserts. My collection covers the full spectrum of treats, from North Indian staples like motichoor laddus and kaju katli to modern cravings like red velvet and blueberry cheesecake.

My Crafting Process

I do not use mass-produced molds. Every single jalebi curl, individual layer of a pastry, or sprinkle on a cupcake is placed by hand. For the Indian sweets, I focus on the sugar glisten using specialized resin techniques, while for cakes, I prioritize texture matching—ensuring a slice of black forest looks light and airy rather than heavy or plasticky.

Learn With Me

If you have ever wanted to create these yourself, I teach both online and offline courses. My workshops are designed to be beginner-friendly. I break down complex structures into simple steps, whether it is piping tiny clay frosting or texturing a piece of soan papdi. Every course comes with lifetime access to recordings, so you can revisit the techniques until you are confident in your own creations.

20 years of crafting miniature foodApproved by the tribe
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Sudha Chandranarayanan

Delivered across ChennaiStarting ₹350 Per Pair / Per Piece

Hi, I'm Sudha. I have spent the last 20 years turning simple clay into miniature versions of the foods we love. For me, a tiny plate of kaju katli or a slice of red velvet isn't just art; it's a way to hold onto a favorite memory.

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