The best bakeries & sweet shops in Decatur

8 bakeries & sweet shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Handel's Ice Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

Long-standing ice cream parlor offering many flavors of ice cream & sorbet, plus sundaes & shakes.

7086 Hwy 72 W (Huntsville)

“Long-standing ice cream parlor offering many flavors of ice cream & sorbet, plus sundaes & shakes.”

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Three Scoops Premium Ice Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

Mall shop serving up ice cream and frozen yogurt in many flavors, plus smoothies.

7193 Hwy 72 W Unit d (Madison)

“Mall shop serving up ice cream and frozen yogurt in many flavors, plus smoothies.”

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The Yard Milkshake Bar

Bakeries & Sweets

Colorful ice cream shop, known for its specialty milkshakes (including vegan options).

503 Town Madison Blvd (Madison)

“Colorful ice cream shop, known for its specialty milkshakes (including vegan options).”

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The Chocolate Crocodile

Bakeries & Sweets

From one-of-a-kind truffles to specialty fudge and those wild Monster Dipped Apples layered with caramel, nuts, and chocolate, The…

350 The Brg St NW #104 (Huntsville)

“From one-of-a-kind truffles to specialty fudge and those wild Monster Dipped Apples layered with caramel, nuts, and chocolate, The Chocolate Crocodile nails the treat game. Swing by this week for a post-dinner pick-me-up or grab a gift box that says you absolutely thought ahead.”

From the Huntsville newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Batter Up Cake Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

When a sheet cake just won't do, Batter Up Cake Bakery turns Huntsville birthdays, weddings, and milestone moments into showpieces with…

6125 University Dr NW Ste B10 (Huntsville)

“When a sheet cake just won't do, Batter Up Cake Bakery turns Huntsville birthdays, weddings, and milestone moments into showpieces with custom, from-scratch designs.”

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Russell Stover Chocolates

Bakeries & Sweets

Long-running retail chain offering handcrafted chocolates, candies & gift baskets.

1699 US Hwy 72 E (Athens)

“Long-running retail chain offering handcrafted chocolates, candies & gift baskets.”

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Pizzelle's Confections

Bakeries & Sweets

Artisanal candy stop for homemade chocolates in creative shapes and flavors with lattes and desserts.

2500 Clinton Ave W Ste d (Huntsville)

“Artisanal candy stop for homemade chocolates in creative shapes and flavors with lattes and desserts.”

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Tous Les Jours

Bakeries & Sweets

Relaxed bakery franchise with a French influence specializing in cakes, pastries and desserts.

1026 Mid City Dr (Huntsville)

“Relaxed bakery franchise with a French influence specializing in cakes, pastries and desserts.”

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