The best bakeries & sweet shops in Porterville

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

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The Orange Works Strathmore is the family-owned spot for their homemade orange ice cream every day, plus a rotating small-batch flavor that…

22314 Ave 196 (Strathmore)

The Orange Works Strathmore is the family-owned spot for their homemade orange ice cream every day, plus a rotating small-batch flavor that keeps things interesting. Pair a sandwich with a scoop and call it a win against the Valley heat, then thank yourself later.

From the Porterville newsletter, September 16, 2026

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Baskin-Robbins

Bakeries & Sweets

Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.

902 W Henderson Ave

Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.

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Jireh Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Jireh Bakery is the kind of laid-back cafe where Porterville folks slide in for a mellow breakfast and end up staying for seconds. Known…

119 N E St (Exeter)

Jireh Bakery is the kind of laid-back cafe where Porterville folks slide in for a mellow breakfast and end up staying for seconds. Known for buttery coffee cakes and a pastry case that never misses, it’s your reliable carb-hug when the day needs a sweeter start.

From the Porterville newsletter, September 22, 2026

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Just Dough With It

Bakeries & Sweets

When the 3 p.m. slump hits, Just Dough With It has those giant, gooey cookies with rotating weekly flavors that make sharing feel optional…

112 S E St (Exeter)

m. slump hits, Just Dough With It has those giant, gooey cookies with rotating weekly flavors that make sharing feel optional at best. Swing by nearby Exeter or snag them from local retailers around the Valley, then proceed to guard your box like a dragon.

From the Porterville newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Happy Ice Cream Wholesale

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether you’re stocking up for a school fundraiser or just planning to make your freezer very, very happy, Happy Ice Cream Wholesale is the…

17871 Ave 280 Apt B (Exeter) · ✓ checked Aug 28

Whether you’re stocking up for a school fundraiser or just planning to make your freezer very, very happy, Happy Ice Cream Wholesale is the local hookup, with familiar brands like Blue Bunny and Good Humor, plus wholesale pricing available to the public and street vendors.

From the Porterville newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Confectionery Diva

Bakeries & Sweets

Got a celebration on the calendar this week? Confectionery Diva builds bespoke wedding and event cakes with organic, non-GMO ingredients…

550 Dexter Ave

Got a celebration on the calendar this week? Confectionery Diva builds bespoke wedding and event cakes with organic, non-GMO ingredients whenever possible, and owner-artist Dawn Bennett dreams up refined flavors and textures so your Porterville crew gets a centerpiece that actually tastes as good as it looks.

From the Porterville newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Dewar's Candy Shop

Bakeries & Sweets

Dewar's Candy Shop has been handcrafting its unique peanut butter filled Taffy Chews since 1909, plus in-house chocolates and toffee made…

2700 Calloway Dr (Bakersfield)

Dewar's Candy Shop has been handcrafting its unique peanut butter filled Taffy Chews since 1909, plus in-house chocolates and toffee made right here. Swing by for a soda fountain treat and a box of chews, then consider yourself the hero of this week’s snack breaks.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, September 18, 2026

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Sugar Twist Bakery - Brimhall keeps locals hooked with small-batch Cream Cheese Puffs, the maple-bacon Baconator, and cinnamon rolls that…

9500 Brimhall Rd #507 (Bakersfield)

Sugar Twist Bakery - Brimhall keeps locals hooked with small-batch Cream Cheese Puffs, the maple-bacon Baconator, and cinnamon rolls that vanish fast, while the All In One bagel sandwich piles on ham, bacon, eggs, American Swiss, jalapeños and cream cheese, and you can order online for pickup or delivery.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Sugar Twist Bakery - Olive is where Bakersfield sweet tooths and breakfast people happily collide, thanks to legendary Cream Cheese Puffs,…

5511 Calloway Dr #100 (Bakersfield)

Sugar Twist Bakery - Olive is where Bakersfield sweet tooths and breakfast people happily collide, thanks to legendary Cream Cheese Puffs, maple-bacon Baconators, and the All In One bagel sandwich that is chaotic in the best way. Grab a cinnamon roll too, then pretend you'll share... you probably won't.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Dewar's Candy Shop

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Dewar's Candy Shop is that family-owned ice cream parlor locals brag about, with a real-deal soda fountain, hand-scooped sundaes and…

1120 Eye St (Bakersfield)

Dewar's Candy Shop is that family-owned ice cream parlor locals brag about, with a real-deal soda fountain, hand-scooped sundaes and shakes, plus chocolates and those peanut butter filled taffy chews they’ve made in-house since 1909. A sweet errand that somehow becomes a tradition.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Tastries Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Craving something celebration worthy or just a Wednesday treat this week, Tastries Bakery turns out custom cakes, cupcakes, macarons, and…

3665 Rosedale Hwy (Bakersfield)

Craving something celebration worthy or just a Wednesday treat this week, Tastries Bakery turns out custom cakes, cupcakes, macarons, and cookie bouquets that look like art and taste like home. From playful 3D designs to elegant dessert bars and pies, they’ve got your sweet plans covered.

From the Delano newsletter, August 17, 2026

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Candy Man

Bakeries & Sweets

Established in 1992, Candy Man is Bakersfield’s go-to wholesale source for Hispanic sweets, stocking tamarind candies, Vero Mango, Vero…

217 Mount Vernon Ave Suite 21 Suite 21 (Bakersfield)

Established in 1992, Candy Man is Bakersfield’s go-to wholesale source for Hispanic sweets, stocking tamarind candies, Vero Mango, Vero Rellerindos, lollipops, gum, and Very Berry NERDS Rope. Planning a party this week, refilling the office jar, or running a shop, this crew keeps the good stuff reliably flowing.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Rocket Fizz Bakersfield

Bakeries & Sweets

Retailer offering a huge selection of candy & bottled sodas in innovative flavors.

8200 Stockdale Hwy Ste B1 (Bakersfield)

Retailer offering a huge selection of candy & bottled sodas in innovative flavors.

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Sweet Surrender Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Treat yourself to Sweet Surrender Bakery, the local legend serving cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more that actually taste like celebration.…

6439 Ming Ave (Bakersfield)

Treat yourself to Sweet Surrender Bakery, the local legend serving cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more that actually taste like celebration. Pro tip, the Lemon White Chocolate cake once landed in Oprah magazine and the towering Matterhorn got Food Network love...

From the Bakersfield newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Dewar's Express

Bakeries & Sweets

When a sugar craving hits, Dewar's Express serves quick scoops and old-school soda fountain sundaes, plus those peanut butter filled taffy…

11320 Ming Ave #300 (Bakersfield)

When a sugar craving hits, Dewar's Express serves quick scoops and old-school soda fountain sundaes, plus those peanut butter filled taffy chews made in-house in Bakersfield since 1909. Perfect for a midweek morale boost from the comfort of your car, no overthinking required.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, August 21, 2026

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Pyrenees French Bakery, Inc. has been the town’s go-to for crusty sourdough and classic French bread since 1945, with a retail counter…

717 E 21st St (Bakersfield)

Pyrenees French Bakery, Inc. has been the town’s go-to for crusty sourdough and classic French bread since 1945, with a retail counter stacked with rye, whole wheat, and hearty multigrain. Everything is vegan and dairy free, so you can bring home extra without negotiating butter guilt.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Baked Bake Shop

Bakeries & Sweets

When you need a centerpiece that actually tastes as good as it looks, Baked Bake Shop turns ideas into delicious reality with friendly pros…

3401 Pacheco Rd K (Bakersfield)

When you need a centerpiece that actually tastes as good as it looks, Baked Bake Shop turns ideas into delicious reality with friendly pros who love a challenge. Think custom celebration cakes, plus cookies and pastries for the office or that weekday sweet tooth you definitely earned.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Cornerstone Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether it’s a birthday sugar rush, a wedding centerpiece, or just a Tuesday treat, Cornerstone Bakery nails custom cakes and cookies with…

2100 19th St Ste d (Bakersfield)

Whether it’s a birthday sugar rush, a wedding centerpiece, or just a Tuesday treat, Cornerstone Bakery nails custom cakes and cookies with fresh ingredients and serious artistry. Bonus, the lineup hits all the cravings from macarons to vegan brownies, plus dessert catering and gift baskets for the win.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Emmanuel's Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Emmanuel's Bakery turns artisanal skill into custom wedding cakes and gourmet pastries crafted with premium ingredients, so whether you…

1329 E Truxtun Ave (Bakersfield)

Emmanuel's Bakery turns artisanal skill into custom wedding cakes and gourmet pastries crafted with premium ingredients, so whether you need a showstopper for a celebration or a tray that impresses the office, their innovative flavors and polished presentation make this week’s sweet decision ridiculously easy.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, August 18, 2026

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Flour Petal Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

Planning a birthday, shower, or last minute office “we survived Monday” moment, Flour Petal Cakes crafts custom stunners that taste as good…

1009 S Kaweah Ave (Exeter)

Planning a birthday, shower, or last minute office “we survived Monday” moment, Flour Petal Cakes crafts custom stunners that taste as good as they look. Owner Shandell is a Culinary Institute of America grad with Food Network cred and celebrity clients, which means your cake dreams are in very capable hands.

From the Porterville newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Red Ribbon Bakeshop

Bakeries & Sweets

Chain of Filipino bakeries selling cakes, sweets & pastries, some with savory fillings.

5624 Stockdale Hwy (Bakersfield)

Chain of Filipino bakeries selling cakes, sweets & pastries, some with savory fillings.

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Whether you need a centerpiece cake that actually tastes as good as it looks or a box of macarons that mysteriously vanish on the drive…

7621 Quailwood Dr (Bakersfield)

Whether you need a centerpiece cake that actually tastes as good as it looks or a box of macarons that mysteriously vanish on the drive home, Noble's Sweet Tooth Cottage Bakery brings French-trained finesse to custom cakes and pastries that feel personal, polished, and kind of irresistible.

From the Delano newsletter, August 22, 2026

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GhilaDolci Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

When your sweet tooth pipes up this week, GhilaDolci Bakery has you covered with pastries, cookies, bars and tarts, plus scones and muffins…

2002 19th St (Bakersfield)

When your sweet tooth pipes up this week, GhilaDolci Bakery has you covered with pastries, cookies, bars and tarts, plus scones and muffins that pair perfectly with coffee or tea. Planning something bigger? Their custom cakes, including wedding and special occasion styles, deliver serious centerpiece energy.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Aunt Mae’s Sweet Tooth

Bakeries & Sweets

Since 2007, Aunt Mae’s Sweet Tooth has been Bakersfield’s go-to for toffee, fudge, and other bite-size joys, plus crunchy nuts that…

830 18th St (Bakersfield)

Since 2007, Aunt Mae’s Sweet Tooth has been Bakersfield’s go-to for toffee, fudge, and other bite-size joys, plus crunchy nuts that disappear suspiciously fast. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just because Tuesday needs help, their giftable treats make any occasion feel a little more special.

From the Bakersfield newsletter, September 12, 2026

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