Put down your rolling pin because this holiday season, we’re letting the experts do the baking. From Cleveland to Akron, these bakeries are whipping, stirring and kneading some of the most delicious, delightful and decadent desserts you can find.
Sit back and relax! Your Thanksgiving contribution is already in the works at these Yelp-approved bakeries:
1.) Kelsey Elizabeth Cakes – Rocky River
Did someone say macarons? Kelsey Elizabeth has flavors ranging from cookie butter to watermelon and cosmic brownie. These sweet little desserts are crunchy on the outside with a chewy sweetness inside. Not a macaron fanatic? You can also find edible cookie dough, cookie sandwiches and yummy cakes!
Tip: Forget someone on your gift list this holiday? Kelsey Elizabeth packages up its yummy macarons in the cutest, gift-ready box. Yummy and convenient!
2.) West Side Bakery – Akron
Holiday season means pies galore! Whether you’re looking for pecan, sour cherry, hot fudge or banana cream, West Side Bakery is serving up decadent pie possibilities. Need more than just pies? West Side offers catering options like mini pastry and brownie trays. Whatever you are picking up, it is guaranteed to be fresh and sweet.
Tip: Dietary restrictions in the family? West Side Bakery has gluten-free chocolate torte, so no one will be missing out on yummy dessert this holiday season.
3.) Luna Bakery Cafe – Cleveland
Crepes, cookies, and croissants galore! Luna is a go-to spot for all things baked goods, with a daily assortment that spans from bars to tartes. If you get lucky, you might just pop in on a day that Luna is serving up crepe cake – a yummy stack of crepes with delightful coffee notes. Luna also recently celebrated the opening of a new second location in Moreland Hills.
Tip: Order at the front, grab your number, and get cozy! The friendly staff will bring your order straight to your seat.
4.) Michael Angelo’s Bakery – Broadview Heights
Free smells, fast service, and fresh desserts – Michael Angelo’s has ‘em all! From authentic cannoli to cassata cake, its sweet treats are an Italian bakery dream. The best part? Michael Angelo’s is baking delicious bread fresh daily. The menu features cinnamon bread, olive oil bread, pepperoni bread, dinner rolls and more.
Tip: Michael Angelo’s can create the cake of your dreams. From birthdays to engagements and gender reveals, the bakery uses its design expertise to make your special occasion perfect.
5.) Sweet Mary’s Bakery – Akron
This season, Sweet Mary’s must be on your list. With more than 20 pies, 15 cheesecakes, and savory options from quiche to biscuits, your family gatherings will be five stars this season. From 11/20-11/24, pick up the Thanksgiving Sammich, made with house batter rolls, house-roasted turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet corn, and gravy, served with a side of house-made cranberry relish. It’s thanksgiving dinner, all rolled up.
Tip: Care more about taste than look? Grab a bag of Sad Macs – not so pretty macarons that still have plenty of favor to give at a great price.
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