Erin McKenna's Bakery

Pioneering Gluten-Free, Kosher, Vegan Delights in the Digital Ageerinmckennasbakery.com
A view of decadently piped vegan, gluten-free, kosher miniature pies in tins with words like "sugar pie" and "twin" written on them photographed on a light pink background

When Erin McKenna approached us, we recognized an opportunity to transform a beloved gluten-free, vegan bakery into a digital-first powerhouse. As pioneers in allergen-free baking since 2005, they needed an online presence that could match the warmth and inclusivity of their physical locations.

A homepage showing decadent tinned cakes with a message to Shop Valentine's Day

Crafting a Sweet Digital Experience

Our mission? To create an e-commerce platform that could deliver the same joy and accessibility as walking into one of their storefronts. Here's how we transformed their digital presence:

Seamless Shopify Integration

We completely redesigned their website and migrated it to Shopify, creating an intuitive shopping experience that makes ordering their celebrated treats as easy as pie. The new platform handles everything from nationwide shipping to local pickup, ensuring every customer can satisfy their sweet tooth.

A website showing 'Till Death Do Us Part cakes and Sweet Bow Valentine's Day Cupcakes added to a checkout cart, with other suggestions for cakes shown below

Visual Storytelling Through Art Direction

Our team took charge of photography and art direction, capturing the vibrant colors and artisanal quality of their baked goods. Each image tells the story of their commitment to quality and inclusivity, making every treat look as delicious on screen as it tastes in real life.

A view of many different kosher, gluten-free sweets on a white or pink background photographed in a bright and creative manner

SEO Strategy That Rises Above

Through strategic SEO implementation, we helped more customers discover their allergen-free delights. Our approach focused on targeting specific dietary needs and local search optimization, connecting more people with their perfect treats.

The Results: Sweet Success by the Numbers

  • Gross sales soared by over 300%
  • Online orders increased by 100% through targeted SEO
  • Customer retention improved by 50%
  • Maintained strong sales despite their NYC location closure
  • Expanded reach to new markets nationwide

Originally designed to support three physical locations, our digital strategy proved its resilience when one NYC location closed. Through our robust e-commerce platform and targeted marketing approach, we maintained impressive sales rates online, demonstrating that a strong digital presence can effectively bridge physical retail gaps.

This success has blossomed into a lasting partnership. We continue to provide comprehensive creative services, handling all photography, regular site updates, and ongoing marketing initiatives. This long-term collaboration ensures consistent brand excellence across all digital touchpoints, allowing Erin McKenna's Bakery to focus on what they do best - creating exceptional allergen-free treats for their devoted customers.

A Recipe for Digital Success

The final product is more than just an e-commerce site—it's a digital destination that captures the essence of Erin McKenna's mission to make delicious, allergen-free baking accessible to everyone. Through a clean, user-friendly interface, customers can easily browse their selection, understand ingredients, and order with confidence.

A view of a menu showing "Shop All" on Erin McKenna's Bakery website featuring many cakes and sweet kosher, gluten-free,vegan treats

From the moment you land on the homepage, you're welcomed into a world where dietary restrictions never mean sacrificing flavor or joy. Each page reflects the bakery's commitment to quality and inclusivity, inviting customers to explore their full range of gluten-free, vegan delights.

In the competitive world of specialty baking, Erin McKenna's Bakery now has a digital presence that rises as high as their famous cupcakes—always ready to serve up something special for every customer, no matter their dietary needs.

A layout of three mobile screens of Erin McKenna's Bakery showing a Valentine's Day homepage, checkout page, a Cozy Favorites screen and a Valentine's Day Mini Cake page showing decadent cakes photographed in a tinA picture of owner, Erin McKenna, with blonde hair and dressed in pink holding a stack of signature, pink boxes from her bakeryerinmckennasbakery.com