A Young Girl’s Dream Turned Into Reality
KB Confections, led by award-winning baker Karen Bosworth, isn’t just about sweet treats. It’s about passion, family, and craftsmanship. Coming from a long line of bakers in her family, Karen was inspired to learn the art of baking herself. After a few years of working for another cake shop, Karen wanted to be home with her young children, the most important job ever. While at home raising her family, she perfected her craft and focused on building an at-home baking business. Over time the business grew through recommendations into what is now KB Confections, a thriving, successful shop with a strong repeat customer base.
In 2012, Karen wanted to make her dream of owning a brick-and-mortar a reality. After touring some of the country’s best bake shops for inspiration, Karen and the team began the process of designing the welcoming, creative, and exciting space which has become KB Confections. After months of blood, sweat, tears, and a lot of physical labor, the location was renovated and it was ready! The vision has resulted in a space that is welcoming, a menu that is cozy and old-fashioned, and a commitment to quality in everything from the smallest lemon bar to the largest wedding cake. And, it’s still a family affair: daughter Marianne works full-time with Karen producing the shop’s legendary macarons and grandchildren frequent the greenhouse to play and have treats. You can sometimes even find Karen’s mother helping support the shop by running errands and keeping the grounds tidy.
As long-time Lakewood residents, Karen and her husband Dan have enjoyed raising their children in this big community with a small town feel, and have embraced the opportunity to give back by investing in this locally owned business. With having the priorities of faith first, family second, and the dream job third, KB Confections was born!