Summer’s still months away, so there’s no need to worry about that beach bod yet. Treat yo self and indulge in something sweet and calorie-packed from one of these Orlando bakeries.
De Azúcar Bakeshop
150 Alafaya Woods Blvd., (407) 359-7807
The menu for this bake shop might rotate a bit, but you’ll always be able to find fresh-baked croissants, quesitos and cinnamon rolls every morning.
Photo via drewbyyyy/InstagramSweet! by Holly
711 North Alafaya Trail, (407) 277-7746
Cute and tasty things often come in small packages. Sweet’s mini cupcakes might be small, but they pack a lot of flavor into bite-sized perfection. With over 30 different flavors, it’s a shop that definitely deserves more than one trip.
Photo via m3shel/InstagramValhalla Bakery
2603 E. South St., (407) 613-5968
This local favorite has all your favorites: cupcakes, bars, brownies, cookies, muffins and pies. But the best part is that everything baked in this shop is 100 percent egg- and dairy-free.
Photo via lemonhearted/InstagramSe7en Bites Bake Shop
617 Primrose Drive, (407) 203-0727
Here in metropolitan Orlando, we sometimes forget the comforts of good Southern home cooking. This bake shop is a little reminder, offering everyone’s favorite buttery, sugar-saturated treats with a modern twist.
Photo via floridagirlfoodie/InstagramP Is for Pie Bake Shop
2806 Corrine Drive, (407) 745-4743
Whether you prefer traditional apple or something with a little kick, like Mexican hot chocolate, this shop has a pie for every mood. If you’re in a hurry, try a Pie Pop: all the flaky goodness of a pie with none of the forking hassle.
Photo via pisforpiebakeshop/InstagramOlde Hearth Bread Co.
East End Market, 3201 Corrine Drive, (407) 622-0822
Ditch the cellophane-wrapped supermarket loaves and try some of this Orlando bake shop’s signature rolls, baguettes and sandwich breads.
Photo via oldehearthbread/InstagramButtermilk Bakery
1198 N. Orange Ave., (321) 422-4015
This fairly new, family-owned small-batch bakery and café serves homemade treats using as-local-as-possible seasonal ingredients.
Photo via theorlandogirl/InstagramLe Macaron French Pastries
216 N. Park Ave., Winter Park,(321) 295-7958
What better complement is there to a stroll down Park Avenue than a delicate, deliciously crisp macaron?
Photo via itselaaa/InstagramDonuts to Go
1414 W. First St., Sanford, (407) 878-2856
This ain’t no Dunkin Donuts. You won’t find any half-iced, stale dunkers here. Donuts to Go specializes in gigantic square glazed delicacies, as well as unusual flavors like peanut butter and jelly or maple bacon french toast.
Photo via tastecooksip/InstagramLa Sweetz Orlando
7535 W. Sand Lake Road, (407) 757-2000
This bakery got its start in Miami and now it’s bringing its big, bold flavors to Orlando with flavors like guava and tropical coconut red velvet.
Photo via jeannieyen_/InstagramCookie Cousins
2322 Edgewater Drive, (407) 420-7940
This cozy, colorful bakery is known for its customizable, chewy sugar cookies artfully decorated with detailed charm. Grab a bunch for any celebration, whether it’s a birthday, holiday or just a regular ol’ good day.
Photo via art_of_aquarius/InstagramBlue Bird Bake Shop
3122 Corrine Drive, (407) 228-3822
Whether you prefer to choose from over 50 rotating cupcake flavors, stay simple with a fresh-baked brownie or go old-school with a whoopie pie, this bakery has enough options to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Photo via momlando/InstagramBackhaus German Bakery and Deli
1213 N. Orange Ave., (321) 800-5212
You don’t have to wait for Oktoberfest to try some authentic German delicacies: This local family-owned bakery offers all the staples, from pretzels to German chocolate, all year round.
Photo via backhausorlando/InstagramGideon’s Bakehouse
East End Market, 3201 Corrine Drive
This bake shop purports to use recipes from the 1898 diary of a young boy. Whether Gideon is real or just a legend, the menu here is packed with classic flavors and charm. Also, the cookies are almost bigger than your head.
Photo via misskika/InstagramSister Honey’s
247 E. Michigan St., (407) 730-7315
Affectionately named for a local baker called Honey for her sweet personality and even sweeter treats, nothing beats this shop’s pies and cakes baked from recipes passed down through generations.
Photo via tastecooksip/InstagramJillycakes
125 N. Orlando Ave., Winter Park, (863) 797-4233
Gourmet cupcakes and specialty cakes are a delicious combination, especially when crafted at Jillycakes, which combines homemade products and wacky flavors like cherry cola, bourbon pecan donut and pancake breakfast.
Photo via brutrauer/InstagramThe Donut King
3716 Howell Branch Court, Winter Park, (321) 316-4817
Everyone’s favorite fluffy fried dough gets a spin at this bakery, where you’ll find a variety of fun flavors and toppings, from red velvet with cream cheese to Heath bar.
Photo via kayleeschmidt_/InstagramCroissant Gourmet
20 E. Morse Blvd., Winter Park, (407) 622-7753
If its name is any indication, this bakery sells everyone’s favorite French pastry, as well as other Parisian staples like crepes, meringues and eclairs.
Photo via iglessnomoree/InstagramNothing Bundt Cakes
7339 W. Sand Lake Road, (407) 720-3839
If you’re a cake fan, why not try these bundts on for size? This franchise offers these nostalgic upside-down treats in a variety of flavors, from vanilla to mocha.
Photo via christinajoyyy/InstagramFortuna Bakery and Cafe
12701 S. John Young Parkway, (407) 855-7070
If you’ve got a craving for Colombian sweets, you’ll find all the tortas, arepas and pasteles your heart desires here.
Photo via fortunabakerycake/InstagramCarlo’s Bakery
The Florida Mall, 8001 Orange Blossom Trail, (407) 362-5365
You might have to take a trip to the mall, but it’s worth fighting off hordes of tourists for a taste of this family-owned bakery’s signature cakes.
Photo via helodib/InstagramCake in the City
737 Apopka-Vineland Road, (407) 521-2822
Although you’ll find plenty of cakes here, this bakery also serves up a variety of traditional desserts reminiscent of your grandmother’s kitchen, from pies to cheesecakes.
Photo via cakeinthecity/InstagramBenjamin French Bakery & Café
716 E. Washington St., (407) 797-2253
This Thornton Park bakery’s authentic eclairs, tarts, macarons and crepes might just have you saying, “Délicieux!”
Photo via rekhas_/InstagramBakery Plus
915 E. Michigan St., (407) 849-1888
This local staple is a morning go-to, whipping up freshly baked donuts and other breakfast treats every day.
Photo via tacozwingzandthingz/InstagramAmor Em Pedacos Bakery
5576 International Drive, (407) 730-9851
This Brazilian bakery is in a class all its own, serving up homemade and fresh creamy flan, cheesy pao do queijo and flaky empadão.
Photo via amorempedacosbakery/InstagramCharlie’s Gourmet Pastries
3213 Curry Ford Road, (407) 898-9561
You won’t find any vegan health-nuts here. At Charlies, they believe “butter makes the difference,” providing mouth-watering cakes, pies and pastries.
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