Home Bakery Providing Gourmet Options
Northern Michigan
Service area
Teresa Seese
OWNER/BAKER
Typically responds within 24h
Tessa Mae’s Bakery provides a full service and personalized experience for your wedding desserts, cakes and pastries? When you come for a tasting and consultation we can create your vision together, from the colors to the flavor, your desserts will truly reflect your style and taste. Planning your wedding is exciting and should be fun, although I know sometimes it may feel overwhelming at times, but my promise is to keep you informed step by step. Every detail will be discussed and confirmed so that you know what to expect from me and what I will need from you..
Tessa Mae’s Bakery can prepare a variety of wedding cakes and desserts that are customized exactly the way you want; bringing your vision to life all while staying on budget. Whether you’re looking for a simple and elegant display or a one of a kind centerpiece that you and your guests will remember forever, we’re here to make it a reality. Not only do I promise to make your desserts stunning, they will taste amazing too. I only use quality ingredients and everything is hand crafted.
If you believe wedding desserts are just as important as the venue, your wedding dress, flowers and you’re ready to experience this journey with me, call to schedule your tasting and consultation appointment.
Tessa Mae's Bakery is a wedding bakery based out of Charlevoix, MI. Owner Teresa makes custom design cakes from scratch for weddings and milestone events. She is passionate about her craft and aims to exceed expectations with her mouth-watering creations.
Teresa opened Tessa Mae's Bakery over a year ago and has relished every minute of it so far. She is a self-taught pastry chef with years of experience baking for loved ones. Transforming her hobby into a business was a completely natural progression. Creativity is at the heart of her process, and she dedicates herself to making designs unique to every couple.
Consult Tessa Mae's Bakery to start planning your wedding confections. If you have a specific design in mind, she will bring it to life using fresh and local ingredients. You can book a private or open tasting to find a flavor or combination of flavors you love. For a whole table of sweet temptations, you can explore her range of cake pops, cupcakes, cookies, and desserts. She also provides delivery, setup, and cake stand rentals to optimize your display.
Details
Cakes & Desserts
Cake Accessories
Cake Stands
Cake Table Decorations
Cake Toppers
Cake Delivery & Setup
Cake Tastings
Cupcakes
Groom's Cakes
Other Desserts
Dietary Options
Dairy Free
Gluten Free
Sugar Free
Vegan
Any questions?
Meet the team
Teresa Seese
Owner/Baker
I am a self taught baker that enjoys bringing her clients ideas to reality. If you are looking for a baker that has a unique flair, then look no further. I love being creative, learning new techniques and making a showstopping piece of art for your wedding. If you have an idea, I will do everything possible to make it come to life. I will never mislead you and will keep you posted throughout the entire process. I know how important your wedding day is and the last thing I want you to worry about if your wedding cake. Once you reach out for information, I have some questions that I need answered from you so that I can accurately provide you with a quote. Once all the details are worked out, everything will be written out and finalized with signatures. A 25% deposit is required to Save the Date for your wedding desserts then the remaining 75% is due 30 days prior to the big day. I will lay everything out and all questions will be answered, I will communicate with you throughout and I'm always available to answer any new questions or concerns that may come up on your end. I have lived most of my life in Northern Michigan. I currently live in Charlevoix, MI where my home bakery is based out of. I am happily married, together we have 6 children and 5 grandchildren. I love being creative and have always enjoyed any type of art. Reach out to me and lets make your wedding cake perfect!!
Reviews
4.7
out of 5.07 reviews
Your trust is our goal. Our community relies on honest reviews to help
you make those big decisions with ease.
Review Summary
This AI-generated summary is a snapshot of this vendor's ratings and feedback.
Tessa Mae's Bakery has received glowing reviews from multiple customers for their exquisite and delicious wedding desserts. Reviewers praised the cupcakes and wedding cakes for being both visually stunning and incredibly tasty, exceeding their expectations. The owner, Tessa, is highlighted for her excellent communication, accommodating nature, and attention to detail in creating desserts that matched wedding themes flawlessly. Customers highly recommend Tessa Mae's Bakery for anyone seeking gorgeous, mouth-watering treats to impress guests and elevate their special day.Review photos
Showing slide number 1 out of 3
Rachel B
5.0
9/29/2025
We had Tessa Mae’s Bakery cater our wedding, and I could not be happier with the experience! The cupcakes were absolutely AMAZING—decorated exactly as I envisioned, and everyone ra...
ved about how delicious they were. We hardly had any leftovers because our guests loved them so much!
The wedding cake was a true showstopper—beautifully timeless with elegant piping, and it tasted just as incredible as it looked. Tessa’s attention to detail and artistry made everything feel so special.
I wholeheartedly recommend Tessa Mae’s Bakery to any bride (or anyone!) looking for gorgeous, delicious desserts that will impress your guests and make your day unforgettable.
Response from Tessa Mae's Bakery on 09/29/2025
I am very pleased your wedding desserts were everything you wanted from the design to the ...
taste. I believe both are as important as the other. You and your mother were great to work with from the tasting to the final details of your order. I hope nothing but happiness for you and your spouse in your marriage and look forward to making other desserts for you in other life events.
Amelia J
5.0
9/18/2025
We ordered a “simple” wedding cake from Tessa Mae bakery, but there was nothing simple about the cake. It was so delicious and exceeded our cake expectations!
Response from Tessa Mae's Bakery on 09/18/2025
I am so happy that your wedding cake was more then you expected. Thank you again for allow...
ing me to be part of your wedding. I hope to make other desserts for you in the future. I wish happiness to both of you.
Any questions?
Tara R
5.0
4/17/2025
Great communication and easy to work with. My cake looked just like the picture I had sent her and everything tasted great!
Jess C
3.0
10/11/2024
Credit where credit is due: Teresa is wonderful to work with. She is clearly passionate about what she does, and her customer service is fantastic. Prompt communication was not a p...
roblem.
We hired this bakery for our wedding, and we had a huge order: multiple kinds of pies, cookies, cinnamon rolls, two tiered cakes, and cheesecake cups. The star of the show was definitely the pies. So many compliments all night long, and we are very happy with how those turned out. The cookies, cheesecake, and cinnamon rolls were yummy too.
Unfortunately, while both cakes tasted good, we ordered a coffee flavored cake and received a chocolate cake. That was a huge bummer. The top tier of the chocolate cake was also leaning to one side, and we had to ask the caterers to cut it early to avoid it falling over. On our almond cake, we ordered a terracotta-colored buttercream and received a very bright, tropical orange buttercream. Not a huge deal, but it did stick out among out decorations. If I could go back, I would have ordered very simple white frosting. Maybe it was just an off day. I think Teresa is talented, but the cakes just didn't meet our expectations. It is what it is.
Response from Tessa Mae's Bakery on 10/21/2024
Jess, I am sorry for not producing the terracotta color as you requested, the color has a ...
wide range and I bought a terracotta coloring, I should have asked for a color swatch and for that I am truly sorry. I am also sorry that the top tier on one of your cakes started sinking, I had supports in the tier, I know that the warm weather wasn't any help, so with that I will add more supports in the future so that I don't have this happen again. I am pleased that you were happy with everything else. I aimed for 100% and fell short and very grateful for your honesty. I will use this information to get better and ask more questions. I wish you nothing but happiness in your future. Thank you again for allowing me to be part of your wedding day.
Kayla C
5.0
10/27/2023
The best cake we’ve ever had hands down. We’re not even big sweets people and I swear I think about that cake every day. Great communication from the owner and able to accommodate ...
our wedding on a Sunday! If you’re able to use Tessa Mae’s, you will not be disappointed.
Garrett W
5.0
6/26/2023
I recently had the pleasure of ordering wedding cupcakes from Tessa Mae's Bakery, and I must say, they were absolutely divine! From the moment I placed the order to the last bite,...
the entire experience was nothing short of perfection.
First and foremost, the cupcakes themselves were a work of art. Each one was impeccably decorated, displaying intricate designs that matched our wedding theme flawlessly. The attention to detail was truly remarkable, and it was evident that Tessa poured her heart and soul into creating these sweet masterpieces.
Now, let's talk about the taste. Oh my goodness! The moment I took my first bite, I was transported to cupcake heaven. The flavors were rich, moist, and incredibly delicious. From classic favorites like vanilla and chocolate to more adventurous flavors like red velvet and chocolate ganache, every single cupcake was bursting with delightful flavors that left our guests raving about them long after the wedding ended.
But it wasn't just the cupcakes themselves that impressed me. The entire process of working with Tessa was a joy. She was friendly, accommodating, and took the time to understand our vision for the cupcakes. She provided valuable suggestions and ensured that every detail, from the flavors to the design, was tailored to our preferences. The delivery was prompt and the cupcakes arrived in perfect condition, ready to be enjoyed by our guests.
In addition to the exceptional quality and taste, the presentation of the cupcakes was outstanding. Tessa went above and beyond to create a stunning display that added an extra touch of elegance to our wedding reception. It was clear that they truly cared about making our day special and memorable.
To top it all off, the pricing was very reasonable, especially considering the level of craftsmanship and flavor that went into each cupcake. Tessa provided excellent value for the exceptional product and service they delivered.
Chris B
5.0
11/21/2022
Incredible Baker! The wedding cake was absolutely stunning and very delicious.
Service area & Contact info
Northern Michigan
Typically included in the starting cost
Want to book a visit?
Start the convo
*=Required
Use this secure form to reach out and share your wedding vision.
Tessa Mae's Bakery
Teresa Seese
|
Owner/Baker
Typically responds within 24h
Wedding vendors in Charlevoix
Tessa Mae's Bakery
Why use The Knot to message vendors?
Messaging our verified vendors on The Knot is free, safe and secure. Conveniently track vendor messages and planning details all in one place. Our mobile apps make it easy to stay in touch with vendors while you're on‑the‑go. For personalized pricing and package details, sending the vendor a message is the fastest way to get info.