Gourmet Pies & Cheesecakes
Shipped across Uthishta Kumar Cake Design
I make fresh pies and cheesecakes like eggless apple pie and no-bake mango cheesecake using family recipes, with 10 days’ notice and only ingredients I trust.
Pricing Guide
Signature Eggless Lattice Apple Pie
Construction & Ingredients
- The Crust: Hand made shortcrust pastry using high fat unsalted butter (no margarine or shortening) featuring an architectural lattice woven top layer.
- The Filling: A dense filling of hand peeled and sliced apples, using a specific mix of Granny Smith for tartness and Red Delicious for sweetness.
- Flavor: Spiced with premium cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg, relying primarily on natural fruit sugars.
- Dietary Profile: 100% Eggless recipe suitable for vegetarians.
Specifications
- Dimensions: Standard 8 to 9 inch diameter pie tin.
- Yield: Cuts into 6 large slices or 8 modest serving slices.
- Serving: Best consumed warm to revive the flaky texture.
Gelatin-Free White Chocolate & Pistachio Cheesecake
Base & Texture
- The Crust: A blend of digestive biscuits, sea salt, and generous amounts of toasted chopped pistachios, bound with melted butter.
- Setting Method: A no bake filling set using high quality melted white chocolate instead of gelatin, resulting in a creamy mousse like mouthfeel.
- The Filling: Full fat cream cheese aerated with 35% fat whipping cream, infused with fresh cardamom and vanilla.
Aesthetics & Handling
- Fruit Work: Topped with seasonal premium fruits arranged in labor intensive patterns, such as the Mango Rose during summer.
- Garnish: Dusting of crushed pistachios and seasonal edible flowers.
- Storage: Contains fresh dairy and fruit without stabilizers; must be kept refrigerated until 20 minutes before serving.
About Gourmet Pies & Cheesecakes
Why I Love Pies & Cheesecakes
For me, pies and cheesecakes are all about warmth and comfort. They’re different from the big celebration cakes I’m known for - more homely, less fuss, perfect for those moments you want simple happiness on your plate. I get to experiment with textures, flavours, and old family memories.
Eggless Apple Pie: More Than Just Dessert
This one's close to my heart. The eggless apple pie recipe came straight from my mom, for my dad who can’t eat eggs. The crust is all-butter, flaky, and I always do a classic lattice top. The filling mixes tart Granny Smith and sweet Red Delicious apples, with cinnamon and nutmeg to hit that perfect balance. Serve it warm, maybe throw in a scoop of vanilla ice cream if you want - pura comfort hai (it’s pure comfort).
No-Bake Mango Cheesecake: Effortless, Modern
Hosting but don’t want stress? My no-bake mango cheesecake is made for you. Gelatin-free cheesecake, set with full-fat cream cheese, whipped cream, and a touch of white chocolate. The filling packs Alphonso or Kesar mango with fresh cardamom. The base has digestive biscuits and toasted pistachios for crunch and salt. Needs time to chill (minimum 6 hours), so you can prep ahead.
What You Should Know
Everything’s made fresh. I need 10 days’ notice to get it right. My kitchen runs Monday to Friday, 12 to 5 PM. I promise I only use ingredients I’d eat myself - no shortcuts.
Meet your Expert
Uthishta Kumar
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My Story
I’m Uthishta, and honestly, I didn’t plan to be a baker. I started out in architecture, but baking snuck in and took over. My first cakes came out of my parents’ kitchen, with only Breezer and Max (my dogs) for company—plus Heera the cat, who made us all cat people. Those days were full of doubts, but also family recipes and a lot of lifting cakes! If you know me, you know my animal crew and my obsession with a good workout before the baking storm hits.
My Work
Custom Cakes & Desserts - I make modern sculpted cakes for birthdays, weddings, and more, plus cheesecakes and pies.
Personalized Celebration Baking - I love baking for your milestones, from engagements to kids’ birthdays—your story, baked into every cake.
Artistry Meets Architecture - I enjoy tricky cake designs, using my architecture brain for tiered or butterfly cakes.
Sugar Flower & Wafer Paper Techniques - Sugar flowers and wafer paper are my jam—perfectly imperfect, just like nature.
Quality Ingredients Always - Every cake is made with stuff I’d eat myself. Treats should be top-notch, no compromise.
