A Bat Mitzvah marks a Jewish girl's coming of age, and the celebration afterward is often one of the largest cake orders a family places for their daughter. Num Num's Bakery makes every cake 100% eggless as standard, in 15 flavours, sized from an intimate 20-guest kiddush lunch through to an 80-plus guest evening reception.
A guest list for this kind of milestone usually spans three generations and blends a strictly observant crowd with a more casual one. One dependable, egg-free recipe removes a common source of last-minute stress — no separate "safe" cake sitting apart from everyone else's slice, and no awkward moment at the dessert table.
- Every cake — all 15 flavours — is 100% eggless as standard.
- Not kosher-certified — check with your Rabbi if that's required.
- Cake sizes cover 20 guests up to 80 or more with a two-tier design.
- Custom orders need 48 hours notice — message +61 425 697 725.
- Two pick-up locations: Harris Park and Riverstone.
What Is a Bat Mitzvah, and How Does It Differ From a Bar Mitzvah?
A Bat Mitzvah marks a Jewish girl's religious coming of age, traditionally observed at 12 — a year earlier than a Bar Mitzvah, which marks the same milestone for boys at 13 (Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2021 Census religion data; NSW Jewish Board of Deputies). Reform and Progressive congregations sometimes mark it at 12 or 13, reflecting genuine variation across Sydney's Jewish communities.
Because age, ceremony structure, and observance vary between Orthodox, Conservative, Reform, and Progressive movements, we won't claim expertise on the religious detail — that's a conversation for a family's own Rabbi or congregation. What doesn't vary from a bakery's point of view is the celebration afterward: a kiddush lunch, an evening party, or often both, each needing a cake sized to the day.
How Many Guests Does a Bat Mitzvah Cake Need to Serve?
From our order history, most Sydney Bat Mitzvah celebrations run to somewhere between 40 and 80-plus guests once the kiddush lunch and evening reception are combined. An 8-inch round covers around 20 guests, a 10-inch about 35, a 12-inch around 50, and a two-tier design comfortably serves 80 or more — sizing that lines up closely with the headcounts most families report when they first message us.
Cake Sizes at a Glance.
- 8-inch round — serves around 20 guests, suits a smaller kiddush lunch.
- 10-inch round — serves around 35 guests, a common mid-size choice.
- 12-inch round — serves around 50 guests, works well as a standalone centrepiece.
- Two-tier design — serves 80 or more guests, the usual pick for a full evening reception.
Not sure which size fits your headcount? The Order Online page has a sizing guide, and we're always happy to talk it through on WhatsApp before you commit to a design.
Is Num Num's Bakery Kosher-Certified?
No — Num Num's Bakery does not hold kosher certification of any kind. Being 100% egg-free is a distinct claim from kosher or pareve status, and one does not imply the other. We won't let "eggless" be read as covering something it doesn't.
What the egg-free claim does cover: eggs never enter any product, preparation surface, or piece of equipment anywhere on-site at either location. That removes the egg cross-contamination pathway entirely, which matters for anyone managing an egg allergy in the room. If kosher certification is a requirement for your celebration — for the venue's caterer, a strictly observant guest list, or your own family's practice — confirm the exact certification needed with your Rabbi or a certified kosher caterer before ordering here.
A pattern we've noticed across large multi-generational celebrations generally: hosts increasingly pick one universally egg-free cake instead of splitting the order into a "main" cake and a small "allergy" cake set to one side. Every guest eats the same slice, and no one has to ask.
What Cake Flavours and Designs Suit a Bat Mitzvah Celebration?
From our internal order data, celebrations with a wide age range most often order White Forest, Black Forest, and Strawberry — flavours that photograph well against pastel or floral themes without skewing too young. The full menu spans 15 flavours, and splitting a two-tier order across two of them is common once the guest count climbs past 50.
From orders we've taken for Bat Mitzvah events specifically, a two-tone White Forest and Black Forest combination is one of our most-requested tiered pairings — the contrast photographs cleanly, and both flavours suit an adult-leaning dessert table just as well as a younger one.
Popular Flavours for a Bat Mitzvah Celebration.
- White Forest — light, elegant, a clean base for a pastel or floral theme.
- Black Forest — cherry-cream classic, works beautifully as a contrast tier.
- Strawberry — bright and fresh, popular for spring and summer dates.
- Butterscotch — warm and caramel-forward, a strong choice for the adult side of the room.
- Mango — seasonal and vibrant, a common pick for a warm-weather reception.
See the full Our Cakes page for photos of every flavour and available sizes, including tiered designs suited to larger events.
Popular Design Elements for a Bat Mitzvah Cake.
Beyond flavour, most families put real thought into how the cake looks on the day. A Star of David topper remains one of the most requested design elements, alongside a monogram of the child's Hebrew or English name in metallic or floral lettering. A colour palette matched to the party's overall theme rounds it out — pastels and metallics are common requests for a Bat Mitzvah specifically.
Some families choose a photo-print design showing childhood pictures across the tiers, which reads well at the evening party where guests spend more time near the dessert table. Send reference photos or a Pinterest board through WhatsApp when you place your order — it's the fastest way for us to understand what you're picturing.
How Big Is Sydney's Jewish Community, and Where Do These Celebrations Happen?
According to the 2021 Census (Australian Bureau of Statistics), 37,879 people in Sydney identified as Jewish by the religion question. The largest concentrations sit in the Eastern Suburbs — Dover Heights, Bondi Beach-North Bondi, and Rose Bay-Vaucluse-Watsons Bay — alongside smaller pockets across the North Shore, including St Ives and Lindfield.
Num Num's Bakery is based in western and north-western Sydney, so a Bat Mitzvah held in the Eastern Suburbs or on the North Shore means factoring a pick-up run into the morning's logistics rather than a short local trip. Many families arrange for a caterer, relative, or the venue's own delivery run to collect the cake ahead of time — we're always happy to confirm a collection window in writing by WhatsApp before the event date locks in.
In 2021, the Australian Bureau of Statistics recorded 37,879 people in Sydney identifying as Jewish by the census religion question, concentrated mainly in the Eastern Suburbs and pockets of the North Shore. For a family planning a Bat Mitzvah outside Num Num's Bakery's western Sydney catchment, building pick-up logistics into the event schedule early avoids a last-minute scramble.
When Should You Order a Bat Mitzvah Cake Relative to the Service Date?
From our order history, families with a Bat Mitzvah booking typically message us several weeks ahead of the event, well beyond our standard 48-hour minimum. That's because the service date is usually fixed 6 to 12 months in advance around the family's assigned Torah portion and the synagogue's calendar. Once it's locked in, there's little flexibility to move it — unlike an ordinary birthday, you generally can't shift the celebration by a week if a supplier falls through.
From our order history, larger tiered Bat Mitzvah cakes are typically booked a full week or more ahead of the event, giving us the most flexibility to plan toppers, monograms, and colour-matched piping properly rather than rushing a design brief at the last minute.
Do You Need One Cake or Two — For the Kiddush and the Evening Party?
Most Bat Mitzvah celebrations run across two distinct events, and the cake question comes up for both. A synagogue kiddush lunch on the Shabbat morning typically calls for a smaller, simpler cake alongside other sweet treats, while a separate evening party is usually where the larger, more elaborate centrepiece cake appears.
From our order history, families most often order two separate cakes rather than one, sized to match each event's guest count and formality. A modest 8 or 10-inch round suits the kiddush, while a tiered 12-inch or two-tier design anchors the evening party table. If your event only has one gathering, a single well-sized cake covers it easily, and you can always check both pick-up locations to see which fits your morning schedule best.
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How Do I Order a Custom Bat Mitzvah Cake?
Ordering a Bat Mitzvah cake follows the same simple process as any custom order, just with a longer lead time for larger tiered designs.
- Browse the flavours: Check the Our Cakes page for the full menu and size guide. For 50-plus guests, shortlist two flavours to split across tiers.
- Message us on WhatsApp: Send your brief to +61 425 697 725 with your event date, guest count, and any design theme, colours, or topper requests.
- Give at least 48 hours notice: for a standard cake. For a custom tiered design or an 80-plus guest event, allow 4-5 days, and book earlier during peak celebration seasons.
- Confirm and collect: we'll confirm your order by WhatsApp. Collect from either Harris Park or Riverstone — free parking at both.
Message us on WhatsApp with your date, guest count, and design brief. We'll confirm size, flavours, and pick-up in writing before your event.
Are Eggless Cakes Safe for a Guest List With Mixed Dietary Needs?
Eggs sit among the eight priority food allergens tracked by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), with strict labelling laws attached. Separately, Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia estimates food allergy affects around 1 in 10 Australian infants and roughly 1 in 50 adults. At Num Num's Bakery, eggs never enter any product, preparation area, or piece of equipment on-site, which removes the cross-contamination pathway entirely for guests managing an egg allergy.
Cakes do still contain wheat and dairy, and some designs involve nuts. For guests managing a severe or anaphylactic allergy beyond eggs, we recommend checking with them directly and following your own medical or ASCIA-aligned advice. For full ingredient transparency on any flavour, ask us via WhatsApp before ordering.
At a large event drawing guests from multiple households, it's worth asking the family in advance whether anyone has a specific allergy beyond eggs so we can flag ingredients clearly. A short note on the dessert table listing the flavour and key allergens is a simple, low-effort way to keep the whole celebration genuinely inclusive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I order an eggless cake for a Bat Mitzvah in Sydney?
Yes — every cake at Num Num's Bakery is 100% eggless as standard, in 15 flavours, sized from a 20-guest kiddush lunch up to 80 or more at an evening reception. Order via WhatsApp at +61 425 697 725 with at least 48 hours notice, more for larger custom designs.
Is Num Num's Bakery kosher-certified for a Bat Mitzvah cake?
No, the kitchen does not hold kosher certification of any kind. It is 100% egg-free, which is a separate claim from kosher or pareve status. If kosher certification matters for your event, please confirm the requirement with your Rabbi or a certified kosher caterer before ordering.
How many guests does a Bat Mitzvah cake serve?
An 8-inch round serves about 20 guests, a 10-inch around 35, a 12-inch around 50, and a two-tier design 80 or more. For a combined kiddush and evening celebration, most families order two separate cakes sized to each event rather than one large cake for both.
What's different about ordering a Bat Mitzvah cake versus a Bar Mitzvah cake?
The cake itself doesn't change — flavours, sizing, and lead times are identical. The main difference is timing: a Bat Mitzvah is traditionally observed at 12, a year earlier than a Bar Mitzvah at 13, so families often start planning slightly sooner.
How far ahead should I order a Bat Mitzvah cake?
A minimum of 48 hours for a standard cake. For a custom tiered design or an 80-plus guest event, allow 4-5 days notice, and try to book earlier if your date falls during a busy season such as spring weekends or school holidays across both locations.
15 flavours, 100% eggless, sized for 20 to 80+ guests. Two pick-up locations across Sydney. WhatsApp us at least 48 hours before your event.