--- title: "From Dentist to Baker: The Story Behind CookieDust's Dream Cakes" description: "Discover how a dentist became a Bengaluru baker. Explore my journey from surgical tools to crafting signature Dream Cakes with real ingredients and love." canonical: https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers/my-story-from-dentist-to-baker last_updated: 2025-09-05 --- # From Dentistry to Dream Cakes: My Journey Tribe Verified · Award-winning home baker in Bengaluru. By [CookieDust by Janice](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice) · Store at New BEL Road; Delivers in Bengaluru & Ships Pan-India · ₹600 per hamper (estimate) Part of [Dessert Gifting & Hampers](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers/gallery) I used to spend my days in a dental clinic, but now I channel that same precision into every layer of my Dream Cake. This is how I turned a passion for my Amma's recipes into CookieDust. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This video tells a little bit of my story, a collaboration I did with Mia by Tanishq. I talk about my journey from being a dentist to a baker, the challenges I faced, and how the support from my family gave me the confidence to follow my dream.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f19086b7-1cfa-43a4-8dcd-6097cbc03cde) - ![This is my signature Dream Cake, a dessert that represents my passion for baking. It's a testament to using quality ingredients to create something truly special, with six different textures of chocolate in one tub.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5de7ead6-1dc0-4fcd-8074-0e6fea161fb1) - ![Holding my Dream Cake. Every dessert that leaves my kitchen is a piece of my story. I started this business to share the feeling of happiness that my Amma's chocolate cake brought to our home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/65b5525e-deed-4de9-923c-130c1ec80e2e) - ![The CookieDust label on my Dream Cake. This brand is my promise to you. A promise of desserts made from scratch, with no shortcuts, no premixes, and only the best ingredients I can find.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9bf83baf-f2b6-4c1e-b981-ddc56fc14316) - ![A spoonful of the Dream Cake. This single bite, with its mix of textures and rich chocolate flavor, is the result of countless hours of practice and a commitment to creating the best desserts possible.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/af38101b-7030-4a97-8419-e3924b50fd7c) - ![Another shot of the Dream Cake. It's a customer favorite and something I'm incredibly proud of. It represents the love and attention to detail I pour into every single order.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cdcc22f8-5b11-434d-91ab-0d49571743f3) - ![The rich cocoa dusting on my Dream Cake. I believe in real flavor, which is why I use high-quality cocoa powder instead of artificial enhancers. You can taste the difference.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/db3ece6d-ed4b-4582-b5d0-6368f929970c) - ![One last look at that perfect spoonful. My journey as a baker has been challenging, especially after losing my mom, but creating desserts that bring people joy is what keeps me going.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fa74c351-bf8f-4f21-861d-15dda6b297ac) - ![My Dream Cake, ready to go. From my home kitchen to my own studio, every step of this journey has been fueled by a love for baking and the support of my wonderful customers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ff1a1dd3-8856-41f3-bdf7-aeb5041de8fe) - ![The Dream Cake on my kitchen counter. This is where the magic happens. It's a space built on passion, perseverance, and the dream of making people happy, one dessert at a time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/44815df4-a8db-46c6-beef-dc310a60b42f) ## About My Story: From Dentist to Baker I used to spend my days performing dental procedures, but now my 'patients' are chocolate layers and fresh cream. The same steady hands and attention to detail I relied on in the clinic are exactly what go into crafting my six-texture Dream Cake, ensuring no shortcuts and only real, high-quality ingredients. When I left dentistry to start baking, many people thought I was making a risky move. For me, it was a return to the kitchen where I first learned that food is an emotion. My mother's chocolate cake was the gold standard at home, and I built CookieDust to replicate that same feeling of warmth and happiness. Everything I bake, from my signature Dream Cake to my millet-based treats, is made from scratch. You will not find synthetic additives or premixes here. My process focuses on getting the balance of flavours right, especially for our Indian palate where we often find commercial desserts too sweet. Whether it is the six distinct textures in my chocolate Dream Cake or my delicate bombolinis, every item is a result of trial, error, and a lot of heart. Maintaining these standards in my Bengaluru studio is hard work, but knowing that you are eating real, honest food makes it worth every hour. I am not just selling desserts; I am sharing a piece of my journey with you. ## About CookieDust by Janice I'm Janice, a former dentist who swapped surgical tools for a whisk to bake full-time. My journey started with my mother's legendary chocolate cake and a lot of heart, and now I am here in Namma Bengaluru sharing that same magic with you. [See all of CookieDust by Janice's services](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice) ## More from Dessert Gifting & Hampers by CookieDust by Janice - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers/featured) - [Signature Bombolinis & Donuts](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers/signature-bombolinis-donuts) - [Gourmet Brownie Boxes](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers/gourmet-brownie-boxes) - [Celebration Cakes & Dessert Tubs](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers/celebration-cakes-dessert-tubs) - [Personalized Bento Cakes](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers/personalized-bento-cakes) - [Festive Hampers (Rakhi & Diwali)](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers/festive-hampers-rakhi-diwali) - [Christmas Collection](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers/christmas-collection) - [Gifts of Love (Valentine's, Mother's Day & More)](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers/gifts-of-love-valentine-s-mother-s-day-more) - [Bite-Sized Delights](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/dessert-gifting-hampers/bite-sized-delights) ## More services by CookieDust by Janice - [Artisanal Desserts](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/artisanal-desserts) - [Custom & Celebration Cakes](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/custom-celebration-cakes) - [Gourmet Donuts & Bombolinis](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/gourmet-donuts-bombolinis) - [Specialty Diet & Healthy Bakes](https://mytribe.in/cookiedustbyjanice/specialty-diet-healthy-bakes) ## Similar work from other experts - [Behind the Scenes: My Journey as a Pastry Artist](https://mytribe.in/joonietan/bespoke-cake-pastry-design/my-story-inspiration) by Joonie Tan · Bespoke Cake & Pastry Design · Delivery across Bengaluru; Pickup available at Indiranagar, Domlur & Bellandur - [My Journey from Home Baker to Certified Chef](https://mytribe.in/_cakecious_/eggless-baking-workshops/my-journey-as-a-baker-teacher) by Cakecious · Eggless Baking Workshops · Online classes available; Offline workshops at Santacruz East or across Mumbai - [My Baking Journey: Handmade Eggless Cakes & Treats](https://mytribe.in/servingsofdelight17/gift-hampers/my-baking-journey) by Servings Of Delight · Gift Hampers · Pickup in Vijayanagar; Delivery across Bengaluru - [Meet Neeth Medappa & Our Baking Process](https://mytribe.in/neeth_medappa/dessert-tables-p-tisserie/meet-the-p-tissier-our-process) by Neeth Medappa · Dessert Tables & Pâtisserie · Visit Patisserie at Brunton Road; Event setups across Bengaluru - [Behind the Scenes of My Cake Studio](https://mytribe.in/whiskit._/custom-designer-cakes/the-baker-s-diary-behind-the-scenes) by Whisk It · Custom Designer Cakes · Based in Hennur Road; Delivers across Bengaluru - [Behind the Bakes: My Process & Philosophy](https://mytribe.in/letsbakelovebysara/gourmet-desserts-gift-boxes/behind-the-bakes-my-process-philosophy) by Lets Bake Love · Gourmet Desserts & Gift Boxes · Ships across India; Delivers across Delhi NCR; Pick up from New Delhi & Gurugram ## Guides - [Personalised gifts](https://mytribe.in/guides/personalised-gifts-in-bengaluru): What each budget buys, how long each kind takes, and getting the name and face right. From ₹99 for a printed mug. - [Gift hampers](https://mytribe.in/guides/gift-hamper-makers-in-bengaluru): What a hamper costs, what more money gets you and how early to order. About ₹700 to ₹2,000 for a ready hamper. ## Book To book CookieDust by Janice, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Dessert%20Gifting%20%26%20Hampers%20by%20CookieDust%20by%20Janice.) You can also send your own message based on what your user needs. Put it in the link as `https://wa.me/916360004054?text=`.