Shady Maple Bakery: Famous Half Cakes, Now at Locals’ Market

If you’ve ever stepped foot inside Shady Maple in Lancaster County, you already know it’s not just a market – it’s a Pennsylvania Dutch institution. And now, thanks to Locals’ Market in Dillsburg, PA, you don’t have to make the drive to savor one of their most talked-about treats: the legendary Shady Maple half cakes.

These cakes may be half in size, but they’re full in flavor. Whether you’re celebrating something special or just want to sweeten up a Sunday dinner, Shady Maple’s half cakes are the perfect size for sharing – or keeping all to yourself (we won’t judge). From rich chocolate fudge and classic vanilla to carrot, peanut butter, and the fan-favorite red velvet, each one is crafted with the same attention to detail and home-baked tradition that has made Shady Maple famous for generations.

Big Flavor, Small Commitment

The beauty of a half cake? It’s just the right amount of indulgence. You get that bakery-fresh taste without the commitment of a full-sized cake – ideal for smaller families, last-minute celebrations, trying multiple flavors, or those times you just want a slice of something sweet. Made fresh with high-quality ingredients and generations of baking tradition, these cakes taste just like Grandma used to make… if Grandma had access to a commercial bakery and 50+ years of baking expertise.

In addition to their famous half cakes, you’ll occasionally spot other Shady Maple baked goods at Locals’ Market. Keep an eye on the rotating selection available in-store, and grab your favorites before they sell out (because they do!).

So the next time you swing by Locals’ Market, treat yourself to a taste of Lancaster County (you deserve it). Shady Maple’s half cakes are more than just dessert – they’re a slice of Pennsylvania tradition.