In Kalamazoo, Michigan, this bakery is a mother-daughter venture fueled by a passion for baking and helping others, donating a portion of profits to local homeless resource organizations and offering business training to middle and high schoolers through their intern program. Get chocolate-dipped cookie pops, sprinkle-coated pretzel sticks, and crunchy puppy chow shipped anywhere in the US. Order scrumptious cupcakes in over 20 unique flavors, from Confetti Explosion to Grandma’s Sweetie Pie.

Down in San Antonio, Texas, Southern Roots Vegan Bakery accomplishes the impossible: offering mouth-watering treats that are both plant-based and allergy-friendly. Bite into dense, decadent baked donuts with a heavy, moist cake crumb and a thick layer of glaze. Celebrate special occasions with jumbo Volcano Cakes with a frosting-filled core in classic flavors like red velvet. Access limited-edition flavors when you join their dessert subscription service and get treats delivered monthly!

Brown Sugar Bakery is Southside Chicago’s best-kept secret—though with fans like Steve Harvey and Vice President Kamala Harris, the word is definitely out. This cozy spot on 75th Street, housed in a renovated candy factory, serves up fresh cupcakes, bread pudding, cobbler, cheesecake brownies, and cake by the slice. Staying in? Have a dreamy pastel Rainbow Sherbet layer cake or artisanal chocolates shipped straight to your door.

Cheesecake Funk in Minneapolis has a serious claim to fame—Prince himself was a fan of their turtle cheesecake, and once you try it, you’ll get why. Treat yourself to bite-sized mini cheesecakes in flavors like espresso, cookie butter, and chocolate rain, or grab a full-sized one to share (or not). No time to stop by? You can still get your fix at spots like the Minneapolis Marriott Southwest, Oak 19, and plenty of other local favorites that stock these legendary slices.

Head over to 27th Street Bakery in Los Angeles, where Olympic gold medalist-turned-baker keeps a family legacy alive with perfect pies and vintage charm. Step inside, soak up the retro vibes, and make the tough call—pumpkin cheesecake, chocolate-frosted yellow cake, pecan pie, or old-fashioned lemony tea cakes? Whatever you do, don’t leave without their specialty: homemade sweet potato pie, made from an old Louisiana family recipe that’s been winning hearts for generations.

At Sublime Doughnuts in Atlanta, Navy vet-turned-pastry chef Kamal takes donuts to the next level with bold, creative flavors. This 24-hour hotspot has you covered, whether it’s an early morning pick-me-up or a late-night craving. Go for classics like strawberry & cream or push your limits with wildcards like salt & vinegar. Feeling extra indulgent? Scoop up some crème brûlée or peach riesling ice cream—or go all in with an ice cream-donut burger. Because why not?

At Jera’s Heavenly Sweets, the magic goes beyond the desserts, it’s the warm, welcoming experience that keeps people coming back. Every treat is baked fresh from scratch daily, and Jera and her team serve up top-notch customer service that feels like a hug. The goal is simple: leave with incredible sweets and the comfort of home. Don’t miss the Lemon Velvet Cookies, banana pudding pie, or a to-go cake, especially the vanilla salted caramel favorite.