Custom Dessert Boxes
Custom Dessert Boxes for desserts, printed with your logo and built with window lids and inserts. Low 100-unit minimum, free design support and delivery across NYC and the US.
- Custom designs
- Food-safe materials
- Wholesale pricing
- Fast turnaround
Customize your packaging
Design your packaging, your way.
Efficient ordering, prompt delivery
From first message to delivery, our process keeps custom packaging simple.
- 1
Share your requirements
Size, quantity, material and finishes.
- 2
Design support
We turn your ideas into a print-ready layout.
- 3
Digital proof
A free dieline and 3D preview to review.
- 4
Approve for printing
Sign off once everything looks right.
- 5
Production
Printed, assembled and checked by hand.
- 6
Delivered to your door
NYC delivery or shipping to any US state.
Your desserts deserve packaging that protects them and sells them. Our dessert boxes combine practical food-service features, like window lids and inserts, with full-color printing that turns every order into a small billboard for your brand.
Whether you run a single counter in Brooklyn or ship to stores across the country, we make dessert boxes from 100 units, with free design help, a digital proof before production, and turnaround in 8 to 12 business days after approval.
Why choose our custom dessert boxes
Food-safe materials
Choose board, papers and coatings suitable for direct or indirect food contact, and ask us for specification sheets when you need them.
Sized to your food
We build to your exact portions, so food sits snugly instead of sliding around or getting crushed.
NYC delivery and US shipping
We deliver across all five boroughs and ship to every state, packed flat to save storage space.
Free design support
Our team places your artwork on the dieline, checks bleed and color, and sends a proof before printing.
Low minimums
Order from 100 units, which suits new restaurants, pop-ups and limited-time menu items.
Built for real service
Features such as window lids, inserts and handles handle heat, grease and moisture during rush hours and delivery.
Materials for custom dessert boxes
The right material depends on how your food is served: hot or cold, dry or saucy, eaten on the spot or delivered across town. These are the options we recommend most often:
- SBS paperboard: bright white board that prints crisp, full-color food photography.
- Kraft paperboard: a natural brown look that signals fresh, handmade and eco-minded.
- Grease-resistant board: coated board that keeps oils from bleeding through the walls.
- PET or plant-based windows: clear patches that let customers see the food before they buy.
Standard sizes
Every order is made to your dimensions. These popular sizes are a good starting point:
| Size | Dimensions | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Single slice | 5 x 5 x 4 in | cake slice |
| Cupcake 4 | 8 x 8 x 4 in | 4 cupcakes |
| Dessert tray | 10 x 10 x 4 in | assorted |
| Cake | 10 x 10 x 6 in | 8 in cake |
Printing and finishing options
Most food brands print the outside in full color and keep the inside plain or lightly printed, which controls cost and keeps food-contact surfaces simple.
Finishing options include matte or gloss aqueous coatings, grease-resistant coatings, window patches, foil stamping for premium lines, embossing and spot UV. We recommend food-safe inks and coatings on any surface that may touch the food.
Why packaging matters for desserts
Packaging is part of the meal. For desserts, it controls temperature, texture and presentation, and it's often the only part of your brand that travels home with the customer. Well-designed dessert boxes reduce mess and complaints, make your food look as good in photos as it does on the pass, and give you space to share your story, menu or loyalty offer. That is why so many food businesses treat custom packaging as an investment rather than a cost.
Food safety and performance
Food packaging has to perform under heat, grease, steam and cold. For dessert boxes, we typically recommend window lids and inserts, and we'll match the board weight to the weight of your desserts. If your food is hot and saucy, vents and grease barriers matter; if it's chilled or frozen, moisture-resistant coatings keep the box firm. Tell us how the food is served and we'll suggest the right build.
Sustainable options
Want a lower-impact option? We can make dessert boxes from recycled or FSC-certified board, use water-based inks, and replace plastic windows with plant-based films. Where it suits the food, uncoated kraft and molded fiber are easy to recycle or compost.
Popular features
- Window lids: lets customers see the food before they open the box, which builds trust and makes products more appealing on a counter or shelf.
- Inserts: holds each item in place so nothing shifts, stacks or smears during carrying and delivery.
- Handles: makes larger orders easy to carry and frees up hands for drinks and bags.
Tips for ordering custom dessert boxes
- Ask for a plain sample if the fit is critical, especially for desserts with tall toppings or delicate edges.
- Order your two or three most-used sizes of dessert boxes together to reach a better quantity price.
- Keep your logo and brand colors consistent with your other packaging, menus and signage so every touchpoint feels connected.
Who uses custom dessert boxes
- Food trucks and street food vendors
- Grocery and specialty food brands
- Wholesale and food-service distributors
- Meal-prep and delivery kitchens
- Restaurants and quick-service chains
How ordering works
Share your size, quantity and artwork in the quote form. We reply with pricing within one business day, send a free digital proof, and start production as soon as you approve it.
Delivery in New York City and across the US
We deliver finished orders throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island, and ship to every state. Most food packaging ships flat to save storage space on busy kitchens and prep lines.
Helpful guides
| Product | Custom Dessert Boxes |
|---|---|
| Holds | Desserts |
| Popular sizes | Single slice: 5 x 5 x 4 in; Cupcake 4: 8 x 8 x 4 in; Dessert tray: 10 x 10 x 4 in; Cake: 10 x 10 x 6 in |
| Materials | SBS paperboard, Kraft paperboard, Grease-resistant board, PET or plant-based windows |
| Features | Window lids, Inserts, Handles |
| Printing | CMYK, Pantone, 1–2 color, food-safe inks |
| Finishes | Aqueous, matte, gloss, grease-resistant coating, foil, embossing, spot UV, window patch |
| Minimum order | 100 units |
| Turnaround | 8–12 business days after proof approval |
| Proof | Free digital proof, samples on request |
Most asked questions by our customers
Q: What is the minimum order for dessert boxes?
A: You can order dessert boxes from 100 units. Larger quantities lower the price per piece, and we quote several tiers so you can compare.
Q: What sizes do dessert boxes come in?
A: Popular sizes include single slice (5 x 5 x 4 in), cupcake 4 (8 x 8 x 4 in), dessert tray (10 x 10 x 4 in). Every order can be made to your exact dimensions.
Q: Are dessert boxes food safe?
A: We offer food-contact grade papers, boards, inks and coatings. Tell us whether the packaging touches the food directly and we'll recommend a suitable build and share specifications.
Q: How long does production take?
A: Most orders ship 8 to 12 business days after you approve the digital proof. Rush options may be available.
Q: Can you print my logo on dessert boxes?
A: Yes. We print full color, Pantone or one-color designs, and add finishes such as foil, embossing or spot UV.
Q: Do you deliver in New York City?
A: Yes. We deliver across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island, and ship to every US state.
Materials & stocks
Boards, papers and films for food packaging that performs.
Paperboard
Printable board for folding cartons, trays and sleeves.
SBS paperboard
Solid bleached board with a bright white surface for vivid, full-color food printing.
Kraft paperboard
Natural brown board that looks fresh, handmade and eco-minded.
Recycled paperboard
High recycled content for brands with sustainability targets.
Grease-resistant board
Coated board that stops oils bleeding through walls and print.
Corrugated stock
Fluted board for delivery, shipping and cold chain.
E-flute
About 1/16 in thick with a smooth face for printed takeout and pizza-style boxes.
B-flute
About 1/8 in thick for heavier foods, produce and outer cases.
Wax-coated corrugated
Resists ice melt and moisture for seafood, meat and produce.
Kraft corrugated
Strong, recyclable board for meal kits and shipping boxes.
Papers & films
Wraps, liners and flexible packaging.
Greaseproof paper
Keeps oil off hands and counters for burgers, sandwiches and pastries.
Wax paper
A light moisture barrier for deli wraps, basket liners and cheese.
Parchment paper
Silicone-coated, oven-safe paper for baking and roasting.
Barrier films
Laminated films that protect snacks and dry goods from moisture and oxygen.
Eco-friendly materials
Lower-impact options for modern food brands.
Bagasse
Sugarcane fiber clamshells and plates, compostable in suitable facilities.
Molded pulp
Rigid trays and inserts made from recovered paper fiber.
PLA-lined board
Plant-based lining for cups and containers holding liquids.
Compostable film
Plant-based flexible structures for snacks, coffee and dry goods.
Coatings & finishes
Protect the food, protect the print, and make it memorable.
Food-service coatings
Protection where it counts.
Aqueous coating
Water-based coating that protects print and adds a matte or gloss look.
PE lining
A thin polyethylene layer that holds soups, sauces and liquids.
Grease-resistant coating
Barrier coatings for fries, fried chicken and pastries, with PFAS-free options on request.
Uncoated
Natural paper feel that's easier to recycle, ideal for dry foods and kraft.
Finishes & add-ons
Details that make packaging memorable.
Window patch
Clear PET or plant-based windows that show off the food.
Gold foil
Metallic stamping for chocolates, desserts and premium gifts.
Embossing
A raised logo you can feel on bakery and gift boxes.
Spot UV
Gloss highlights on a matte box for premium retail food.
