🍰 Bakeries & Pastries You Can’t Miss
Peggy Ann Bakery
A Huntsville institution, Peggy Ann has been making cakes, cookies, pies, and more for over six decades. If you walk in, look for their classic layer cakes or simple cookies (they’re often ranked among the best locally).
Mason Dixon Bakery & Bistro
Not only is Mason Dixon beloved for its desserts, but it also caters to gluten-free and special dietary needs, making it a fan favorite for many. Their cookies, cakes, and brunch pastries are all worth a stop.
The Moon Bakeshop
Nestled downtown, The Moon does a lovely job marrying Southern charm with European baking finesse. Most people rave about their scones, cookies, and croissants. Want something more decadent? Try their pies or pastry creations.
L’Étoile Patisserie
This small French bakery receives high praise for its croissants and “delicately fabulous” pastries. One person even said:
“Their chocolate croissants manage to be light and fluffy yet loaded with butter. Haven’t had anything there that wasn’t fabulous.”
If you're looking for a buttery, flaky treat with a café vibe, L’Étoile is a must.
Batter Up Cakes
Known mostly for their showstopper cakes, this place is great when you want something special, birthday cakes, cheesecake, layered cakes, etc. The fondant isn’t just for looks, customers say it tastes great, too.
🍦 Cool & Creamy: Ice Cream, Shakes & Frozen Treats
Oscar Moon’s Milkshake Bar
If over-the-top milkshakes and vintage soda shop vibes are your thing, Oscar Moon’s will win your heart. Think milkshakes with whipped cream, floats, and classic ice cream flavors done right.
Big Spoon Creamery
On the more artisanal end, Big Spoon offers unique flavors and creative combinations. It’s a great stop if you're in the mood for ice cream that pushes beyond vanilla and chocolate.
Cold Stone Creamery & Marble Slab Creamery
You’ll find these more familiar chain-style ice cream spots in Huntsville too. They’re reliable for satisfying a classic ice cream craving, shakes, mix-ins, ice cream cakes, you name it.
🍮 Dessert From a Dinner Place? Absolutely.
You don’t have to limit your dessert hunt to stand-alone shops. Here are a few restaurant spots that deserve a shout:
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Rhythm on Monroe —Their Citrus Cheesecake, blueberry bread pudding with white chocolate sauce, and chocolate chess pie are local favorites.
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Good Company Café — Their rotating Cake of the Month is fun to follow.
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Pizzelle’s Confections — More of a chocolate/confection shop than restaurant, but their “Chocolate AF” mini cake is wild and decadent!
