Maki Evans and Heather Carter of Cupcakes Gourmet only have one location, in a nondescript Frazer strip mall, but the duo is whipping out cupcakes so sweet, they’re worth the drive from anywhere: Sturdy cake in more than 20 flavors stands up to a heavenly, heavy buttercream icing made with real Madagascar bourbon vanilla and cream cheese. Just be sure to get enough to last you the ride home.

Cupcakes Gourmet | 288 Lancaster Ave, Frazer, PA | 484-318-8057 | http://www.cupcakesgourmet.com