<p>Pass through 12th Main Indiranagar on the weekends and you are sure to find this place jam-packed. Sweet lovers have been thronging the iconic dessert shop, Magnolia Bakery, ever since it opened in the city.</p>.<p>The bakery that first opened its doors on Bleecker Street in NYC’s West Village in 1996, is now serving some of the classic American desserts to Bengalureans. With the well-travelled crowd that Bengaluru has, this place has now become a new hangout spot. The ambience is warm and inviting and has a vintage feel. It would be better to visit this place with a bigger group or someone who loves to eat sweets. I did that too. We visited this place on a Monday afternoon, expecting less crowd, but we were clearly wrong. </p>.<p>We began our feast with a big bowl of the ‘Classic Tres Leches’; the soft and spongy cake soaked in their signature mix of cold milk was a treat to the dull Monday. </p>.<p>The ‘Caramel Pecan Cheesecake’ was quite sweet, I would recommend it for those with a sweet tooth. As you dig into the cheesecake, you can taste the three different layers very distinctly. It is smooth as butter and has a creamy texture. The Pecan garnish balances the sweetness of the dessert. </p>.<p>One of my personal favourites is the ‘Classic Banana Pudding’. It is also one of their signature sweet dish. The taste of the banana is prominent. The pudding evokes a nostalgic feeling and is comforting. It will definitely satiate your midnight craving. The generously added banana pieces give the pudding a tangy taste and balance the sweetness. It is a must-try. </p>.<p>Since it is the season of strawberry, pastry chefs at the outlet have churned out a variety of desserts with strawberry as the main ingredient. We tried the ‘Strawberry Cupcake’; it is ideal for those who don’t have a sweet tooth. The whipped cream on top melts in the mouth while the cake balances out the flavours. The ‘Classic Chocolate Cupcake’ was oh-so-good; they have used two different types of chocolate flavours for the cream and the cake. It is extremely soft and tastes almost like a homemade cupcake. The sprinkles on top add a splash of colour to the dessert. </p>.<p>After the strong dose of sweetness, the ‘Toasted Almond Latte’ coffee was much-needed. It wasn’t very sweet, providing a much-needed balance. Make sure you don’t get too excited and take a bite before clicking a few pictures. Most of their desserts make for delicious Instagram posts. </p>.<p>Magnolia Bakery is located at #788, JK Plaza, 12th Main Road, Indiranagar. For details, contact 48667700. </p>
<p>Pass through 12th Main Indiranagar on the weekends and you are sure to find this place jam-packed. Sweet lovers have been thronging the iconic dessert shop, Magnolia Bakery, ever since it opened in the city.</p>.<p>The bakery that first opened its doors on Bleecker Street in NYC’s West Village in 1996, is now serving some of the classic American desserts to Bengalureans. With the well-travelled crowd that Bengaluru has, this place has now become a new hangout spot. The ambience is warm and inviting and has a vintage feel. It would be better to visit this place with a bigger group or someone who loves to eat sweets. I did that too. We visited this place on a Monday afternoon, expecting less crowd, but we were clearly wrong. </p>.<p>We began our feast with a big bowl of the ‘Classic Tres Leches’; the soft and spongy cake soaked in their signature mix of cold milk was a treat to the dull Monday. </p>.<p>The ‘Caramel Pecan Cheesecake’ was quite sweet, I would recommend it for those with a sweet tooth. As you dig into the cheesecake, you can taste the three different layers very distinctly. It is smooth as butter and has a creamy texture. The Pecan garnish balances the sweetness of the dessert. </p>.<p>One of my personal favourites is the ‘Classic Banana Pudding’. It is also one of their signature sweet dish. The taste of the banana is prominent. The pudding evokes a nostalgic feeling and is comforting. It will definitely satiate your midnight craving. The generously added banana pieces give the pudding a tangy taste and balance the sweetness. It is a must-try. </p>.<p>Since it is the season of strawberry, pastry chefs at the outlet have churned out a variety of desserts with strawberry as the main ingredient. We tried the ‘Strawberry Cupcake’; it is ideal for those who don’t have a sweet tooth. The whipped cream on top melts in the mouth while the cake balances out the flavours. The ‘Classic Chocolate Cupcake’ was oh-so-good; they have used two different types of chocolate flavours for the cream and the cake. It is extremely soft and tastes almost like a homemade cupcake. The sprinkles on top add a splash of colour to the dessert. </p>.<p>After the strong dose of sweetness, the ‘Toasted Almond Latte’ coffee was much-needed. It wasn’t very sweet, providing a much-needed balance. Make sure you don’t get too excited and take a bite before clicking a few pictures. Most of their desserts make for delicious Instagram posts. </p>.<p>Magnolia Bakery is located at #788, JK Plaza, 12th Main Road, Indiranagar. For details, contact 48667700. </p>