Open image in slideshow, Pastel de Chaja celebration cake by Margot & Montanez in Melbourne. A round frosted cake with piped cream borders, topped with a decorative peach rose, sitting on a white plate on a wooden table with a blurred garden background.

Pastel de Chajá Celebration Cake

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The Ultimate Indulgent Cake in Melbourne

I first made Pastel de Chajá the way it's meant to be made - properly whipped cream and meringue, real dulce de leche, no shortcuts. It's Uruguay's answer to a celebration cake and once you've had a slice, you'll understand why it's the one people ask me to make again and again.

What Is Pastel de Chajá?

Pastel de Chajá (pronounced cha-HA) is a Uruguayan celebration cake named after the chajá, a native bird known for being light on its feet - fitting, since the cake itself is famously airy. It was created in Uruguay in 1927 and has been a fixture at birthdays and family celebrations across South America ever since.

The Layers

Soft sponge cake soaked in peach syrup, fresh peach slices, a generous layer of dulce de leche, whipped cream, surrounded with crisp meringue. Each layer is made from scratch - no shortcuts on the meringue, no store-bought dulce de leche.

Ordering & Sizing

Our Pastel de Chaja cake is:

made fresh to order,
available in 15cm (6"), 20cm (8") or 25cm (10").
personally delivered within 5km of our Melbourne baking studio
can be made gluten-free also!

Delivery beyond the above radius and up to 50 kilometres, can be organised for a delivery fee. Please get in touch to discuss delivery before placing your order.

A Slice of Uruguayan Heaven

Uruguay, a nation renowned for its love of sweets, birthed this marvel. Pastel de Chajá isn’t just a cake; it’s a symbol of festivity, a dance of flavours, and an ode to indulgence. Named after the ‘chajá’ bird for its light and airy texture, this cake is akin to the graceful flight of the bird, delicate and pleasing with every bite.

For Every Celebration and More

Traditionally a celebration cake, Pastel de Chajá is perfect for every occasion. Birthdays, anniversaries, or those days when you just need an exquisite treat, this cake stands out in all its glory.

Endless Pairing Possibilities

While perfect on its own, you can elevate the Pastel de Chajá experience with a glass of sparkling wine or a cup of rich coffee to complement its flavours.

With each slice, you're enjoying beyond a dessert; you're savouring a piece of rich Uruguayan tradition.

Every day is worth celebrating. Order now and let us whisk you away to the vibrant streets of Uruguay, where every mouthful is a fiesta!

ALLERGENS (in bold)

Wheat (gluten), Eggs, Milk, Soy lecithin

This product is handcrafted in a kitchen that uses nuts, eggs and sesame seeds thus their absence can’t be guaranteed in any of our products.

FAQs

Product FAQs

What does Pastel de Chajá taste like?

A balance of fruity peach, rich dulce de leche, and light meringue — sweet but not heavy, thanks to the airy sponge and whipped cream.

Is Pastel de Chajá the same as Tres Leches?

No - Tres Leches is a milk-soaked sponge cake; Pastel de Chajá is built from distinct layers of peach, dulce de leche, cream and meringue, it has a lighter, airier texture.

How far in advance should I order?

Ideally a week before your event. Everything is made fresh to order, no pre-made or held in stock.

Can I get it gluten-free?

Yes, every size is available gluten-free.

Sizes & Options

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Open image in slideshow, A round cake with piped cream and a large yellow-peach flower decoration on top

Open image in slideshow, A round cake decoratedwith piped cream borders and three peach roses decorations on top, sitting on a gold-colored round board. Chaja celebration cake made in Melbourne by Margot & Montanez

Open image in slideshow, Pastel De Chajá - Margot & Montañez - A round cake covered in meringue on the sides, pipped cream roses and peach slides in the centre placed on a colourful rug.

Open image in slideshow, Pastel de Chajá Celebration Cake

Pastel de Chaja celebration cake by Margot & Montanez in Melbourne. A round frosted cake with piped cream borders, topped with a decorative peach rose, sitting on a white plate on a wooden table with a blurred garden background.

A round cake with piped cream and a large yellow-peach flower decoration on top

A round cake decoratedwith piped cream borders and three peach roses decorations on top, sitting on a gold-colored round board. Chaja celebration cake made in Melbourne by Margot & Montanez

Pastel De Chajá - Margot & Montañez - A round cake covered in meringue on the sides, pipped cream roses and peach slides in the centre placed on a colourful rug.

Absolutely delicious authentic cake

Purchased for my Uruguayan father-in-law's 80th birthday, I couldn't have been happier with the cake. My Uruguayan family were absolutely delighted with the cake! Other family and visiting friends from the UK also enjoyed the cake. I'll be ordering more cakes from Margot and Montanez!