--- title: "The Dolce Baker: My Journey of Baking Healthy, Eggless Desserts" description: "I am Charu Shah, a Mumbai-based home baker creating eggless, butter-free desserts. Read my story and discover my approach to healthy, guilt-free baking for my community." canonical: https://mytribe.in/the_dolce_baker/event-catering-gifting/my-journey-our-big-family last_updated: 2026-02-13 --- # The Story Behind The Dolce Baker Tribe Verified · Delivering across Mumbai, India, and abroad. By [The Dolce Baker](https://mytribe.in/the_dolce_baker) · Delivers across Mumbai; Ships across India · ₹550 per hamper (estimate) Part of [Event Catering & Gifting](https://mytribe.in/the_dolce_baker/event-catering-gifting). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/the_dolce_baker/event-catering-gifting/gallery) From my kitchen to yours, here is the journey of how I started baking healthy, Jain-friendly desserts for my big family of customers. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This is me, Charu, the heart behind The Dolce Baker. At 55, I turned my passion for baking into a business, and I love creating healthy, tasty, and presentable desserts for all of you.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e71aa0c3-1eec-4ca3-81f7-fbf9c57ec3c1) - [Video: I believe in supporting small businesses because every order makes a big difference. When you buy from a home baker like me, you get a fresh, personalized product made with love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1880716c-6736-44d2-bc4d-7044dd9ad4a9) - [Video: It's the small things a client says that make my day, month, and year. I'm so grateful for the love you all show me. It motivates me to keep baking.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/07514803-d4b8-4f39-9946-ff7082667723) - [Video: Hearing from a happy customer who can finally enjoy desserts without worry is the best feeling. I'm so glad my healthy treats have become a part of her special occasions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea1a2d2d-f55d-4552-8ed8-044890468aa4) - [Video: My business started small, delivering across Mumbai. Now, I'm shipping my healthy cakes to clients in Canada and Germany. It's amazing to see my desserts travel all over the world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86249130-9ec4-4ec6-b713-388a38d7dda9) - [Video: My first exhibition was a huge success, and it taught me to never underestimate my product or myself. I was sold out in the first half, and it was an incredible feeling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2037f251-11e2-43a5-b270-4e731f85fefb) - [Video: Hi, I am Charu Shah. It's been four years since I started The Dolce Baker. I bake cakes, cupcakes, tarts, and now cookies too, all healthy and delicious.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ee12ebed-3edf-4705-a770-2739ab042d0a) - [Video: A quick rapid-fire round to answer some of your most common questions. Yes, my desserts are 100% butter-free, diabetic-friendly, kid-friendly, and 200% eggless.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7193396a-1e15-4266-a8f2-2637b8275122) - [Video: People often ask why my products are priced on the higher side. It's because I use only the best quality ingredients and make everything from scratch. I believe it's worth it for the taste and health benefits.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0628565-e5dd-42cf-8d1f-9d2cac6d801c) - [Video: This Father's Day, I was so busy with pre-orders that I didn't even have time to post. Thank you for remembering me for all your special occasions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/526810f5-409e-4ff1-ae0b-91ddcc78f2d8) - [Video: Reviews don't lie. Here's a screenshot from a happy customer who loved their cake. Seeing messages like this makes all the hard work worthwhile.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8855d7bf-ad25-445d-b9ce-3007b2278ef9) - [Video: A repeat order is the best compliment. These are the kind of messages that truly make my day and motivate me to keep baking.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3b1e6640-6d82-4587-9776-9d6a7a5b08c1) - ![Meet my cutest little inspector and taste-tester. This is my grandson, and his expressions when he sees a freshly baked cake are priceless.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9cb00df5-4aa4-4426-9fd0-ab8b7df36a36) - ![Spreading love to my amazing online family. Here I am with my signature pink boxes, ready to send out more healthy and happy treats for your celebrations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2d20f345-a5db-4c83-87b6-e490fb5cc9b3) - [Video: A look back at a busy February in my kitchen. I'm so grateful for all the orders and ready for whatever comes next.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e5557e2-a010-497f-bbc2-7f42223ecb56) - [Video: A quick glimpse of the 2000+ orders I've delivered. I'm a home baker who went viral for my healthy and Jain-friendly desserts, and I'm so grateful for the journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab387ece-ec32-4935-80c3-9a9d8490ebf0) - [Video: The magic of a freshly baked cake coming out of the oven. This is a sight and smell I will never get tired of.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28b0114b-b64f-4d09-9dea-96f2f1b1e628) - [Video: A fun rapid-fire round with a twist, where I describe my year using food items. 2023 was like khichdi, a mix of everything, and I hope 2024 will be sweet like my cake.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3c336e68-1f46-40c4-be6c-4e07b41a1cf5) - [Video: Why aren't my cakes like the ones in the market? Because I bake them fresh for you, with no sugar, no maida, and no butter, using only high-quality ingredients.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21119393-7e44-44af-9ecd-41df1416a64b) ## About My Journey & Our Big Family Many customers ask me if it is truly possible to bake soft, delicious cakes without butter, maida, or refined sugar. I don't use industrial machinery or shortcuts—every tart, cookie, and chocolate you see is handmade in my kitchen. Because I bake everything fresh and strictly follow Jain dietary standards, my slots fill up quite fast. If you are planning an event, reaching out early helps me ensure I can prepare your order with the care it deserves. I started The Dolce Baker when I was 55, turning a simple passion for baking into a full-time journey. As a Jain home baker, my philosophy is simple: if I would not eat it or serve it to my family, I will not put it in your box. That is why my kitchen remains 100% eggless, butter-free, and maida-free. My path hasn't always been easy. When I first started, I worried whether customers would accept desserts made with almond flour, oats, and natural sweeteners. Yet, the response from my 'big family' in Mumbai and beyond has been incredible. Whether it is a diabetic-friendly cake for a parent or a batch of nutty Nutella tarts for a wedding return favor, seeing these treats become a part of your celebrations is what keeps me going. It is truly humbling to see my healthy, home-baked creations travel from my kitchen in Mumbai to clients as far as Canada and Germany. ### Why My Kitchen Is Different - **Strict Jain Standards:** I respect all dietary requirements, including Chaumasa-friendly preparations. - **Wholesome Ingredients:** I use premium substitutes like almond flour and jaggery. You won't find refined sugar or bleached flour here. - **Handmade Quality:** No mass production. I focus on small batches to ensure consistency and freshness. My first exhibition was a turning point. I was nervous about how much to bake, but 90% of my stock sold out in the first half. It taught me that people truly value honest, healthy ingredients. If you are looking for treats that taste great without the guilt, I would love to bake for you. ## About The Dolce Baker I am Charu Shah, and I believe that if I would not eat it myself, I won't serve it. I started The Dolce Baker to bring healthy, Jain-friendly treats to your table, and watching my desserts reach homes across Mumbai and even abroad has been my greatest joy. 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