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Handmade, Heartfelt, and High-Quality: Oksana Banana Sweets
Andra Arnold • January 28, 2026
Some of the best businesses don’t start with a business plan - they start with passion, creativity, and a love for making people smile. Oksana Banana Sweets is exactly that.
What began as a simple love for baking has grown into a small business rooted in care, consistency, and creativity. Built from a home kitchen and fueled by determination, Oksana Banana Sweets is more than desserts - it’s about celebrating moments, big and small, through thoughtfully made custom cookies.
From the very beginning, when I was 13 and started Oksana Banana Sweets, the goal was clear: to create baked goods that feel personal. Every order is treated as more than just a transaction; it’s someone’s birthday, celebration, milestone, or “just because” moment. That mindset is what sets Oksana Banana Sweets apart. Each recipe is tested, refined, and made with attention to detail, ensuring every bite tastes as good as it looks.
Over the past almost 5 years, the business has grown through word of mouth, repeat customers, and a reputation for reliability and quality. Whether it’s custom sugar cookies or a seasonal special, customers know they’re receiving something made with care and intention. No shortcuts, no mass production - just homemade desserts done right, by hand.
Running a small business has also been a lesson in entrepreneurship. Balancing creativity with deadlines, customer communication, and high standards has shaped not only the brand but the baker behind it. Oksana Banana Sweets represents discipline, growth, and the courage to turn passion into something real.
At its core, the brand stands for warmth, authenticity, and community. Supporting a small business like Oksana Banana Sweets means supporting a young entrepreneur who pours heart and effort into every order and truly values the people behind each celebration. Giving back is also an important part of that mission - through sponsorship with Micheal House and serving as an ambassador for their Warmest Mug Fundraiser, the brand is proud to support women and children in need and contribute positively to the local community.
As the business continues to grow, the mission stays the same: to create sweets that bring joy, connection, and a little extra happiness to every occasion.
Because sometimes, the simplest things - like a perfectly baked cookie - are what people remember the most!
Connect with Oksana and place your order today
@oksanabananasweets
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