The Sweets by Thelisha

The Sweets by Thelisha I create desserts that feel good to make and even better to enjoy. My business honors my peace, my body, and my creativity. Baked and handled with love that is.

Here at The Sweets, everything that walks out of our doors is made from scratch. From the cakes to the cookies, everything is carefully baked to perfection.

03/16/2026

Baker’s Notes: Small Notes with a Big Difference

🍞 Why Bread Stales

Staling isn’t just bread “drying out.” It’s a natural process happening inside the crumb — even in sealed containers.

• Starch changes over time
As bread cools, the starches firm up.
Over time, they continue to crystallize, making the crumb feel dry.
• Moisture moves
Moisture doesn’t disappear — it migrates.
It leaves the crumb and moves toward the crust or the air.

• Refrigeration speeds it up
Cold temperatures make starch crystallize faster.
That’s why bread goes stale quicker in the fridge.

• Heat reverses staling
A few minutes in the oven softens the starches again and brings the bread back to life.
Staling is natural — but a little warmth can undo it in minutes.

🍀 WEEK 3 MENU — St. Patrick’s WeekA fun, festive week full of green, gold, and sweet little lucky treats. Perfect for gi...
03/15/2026

🍀 WEEK 3 MENU — St. Patrick’s Week

A fun, festive week full of green, gold, and sweet little lucky treats. Perfect for gifting, celebrating, or just enjoying something cheerful.

This week’s offerings:

🍀 3‑Count Shamrock Decorated Cookies
Soft sugar cookies topped with bright green buttercream and simple St. Patrick’s details. $11

🍫 6 or 12 Chocolate Cupcakes
Swirled with green buttercream and finished with gold pearls for a clean, festive look. Starting at $6

🧁 6 or 12 Vanilla Cupcakes
Soft vanilla cupcakes topped with green buttercream and gold pearls — simple, pretty, and perfect for the holiday. Starting at $6

🎂 6‑Inch St. Patrick’s Cakes
Single or double layer, decorated in soft greens and gold accents for a sweet, elegant celebration cake. $17.50

🍪 2 Jumbo Chocolate Chip Candy Cookies
Thick, chewy, and studded with green + gold candies for a fun St. Patrick’s twist. $6.50

A little luck, a little sweetness, and a whole lot of green — that’s Week 3.

03/12/2026

Baker’s Notes: Small Notes with a Big Difference

🧈 Why Enriched Dough Stays Soft

Enriched doughs — the ones with butter, milk, eggs, or sugar — stay soft longer for a reason.
They’re built for tenderness.

• Fat keeps the crumb tender
Butter and oil coat the flour, slowing down gluten tightening.
This creates a soft, pillowy texture.

• Sugar attracts moisture
Sugar is hygroscopic — it pulls in and holds onto water.
That means your rolls stay soft instead of drying out.

• Milk adds richness
Milk proteins and natural sugars help create a softer bite and a golden color.

• Eggs add structure and moisture
Eggs help the dough stay soft while still holding its shape.

Enriched doughs are designed to stay tender — that’s why your brioche, rolls, and sweet breads stay soft long after they cool.

Deluxe Topped Mini Cheesecakes
03/12/2026

Deluxe Topped Mini Cheesecakes

Honey Buns
03/12/2026

Honey Buns

03/12/2026

Just a highlight of a few things I've worked.

03/08/2026

🍃 WEEK 2 MENU — Soft Green Week

This week is all about gentle greens, minty freshness, and a little early St. Patrick’s charm. Soft, pretty, and perfect for March.

This week’s offerings:

🍫 6 Chocolate Cupcakes with Mint Buttercream
Rich chocolate paired with cool, creamy mint — a classic March favorite. $6

🧁 6 or 12 Vanilla Cupcakes
Topped with shades of soft green buttercream for a clean, elegant spring look. Starting at $6

🎂 6‑Inch Cakes (Single or Double Layer)
Simple, pretty, and perfect for small celebrations or weekend treats. Starting at $9.50

🎩 Jumbo Leprechaun Hat Cupcake
A fun, festive centerpiece treat for the week. $8

🌸 Jumbo Flower Cupcake
Soft petals in green or mixed pastels — a sweet nod to spring blooms. $8

🍀 Lucky Little Treat Box
A sweet sampler with:
• 2 vanilla cupcakes with buttercream
• 2 chocolate cupcakes with mint buttercream
• 4 jumbo sugar cookies with green + pink buttercream $18

Soft greens, gentle flavors, and a little bit of luck — that’s Week 2.

1/2 dozen out the door. I have 6 left at $12 for a 1/2 dozen or $2.75 each.
03/07/2026

1/2 dozen out the door. I have 6 left at $12 for a 1/2 dozen or $2.75 each.

Good Morning Y'all,Today I have:Mini Cheesecakes-- $1.75 each-- $16 dozen plain-- $19 dozen assorted-- $22 dozen deluxe ...
03/07/2026

Good Morning Y'all,

Today I have:

Mini Cheesecakes
-- $1.75 each
-- $16 dozen plain
-- $19 dozen assorted
-- $22 dozen deluxe assorted

Honey Buns
-- $2.75 each
-- $12 for half-dozen

(1 available) Bits & Blessings Box (1 small Honey Bun and 3 plain mini cheesecakes) for $4

First come, first serve. Comment below or message me.

03/07/2026

So I guess I'm up making Honey Buns.

03/06/2026

I missed this on Monday

Baker's Notes: Small Notes with a Big Difference

🌡️ Why Dough Temperature Matters

Dough temperature is one of the quiet forces that decides everything — flavor, rise, texture, and timing. Even a few degrees can change the entire bake.

• Warm dough rises faster

Yeast becomes more active as the dough warms.
Too warm, and it rises too fast and loses flavor.

• Cool dough rises slower
A cooler dough gives you better flavor and structure.

This is why overnight doughs taste so good — slow fermentation builds depth.

• Temperature affects gluten
Warm dough relaxes.
Cool dough tightens.
This changes how easy it is to shape and how the final crumb forms.

• Consistency is key
Keeping dough in the right temperature range helps every batch behave the same way.

Dough temperature is one of those tiny details that makes a big difference — especially when you want predictable, delicious results.

03/06/2026

When the "Tear Here" on the bag is not a "Tear Here" 🤦🏾‍♀️

Address

Franklin, LA
70538

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 7am - 5pm
Saturday 7am - 4pm
Sunday 7am - 3pm

Telephone

(337) 221-4555

Website

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