The best bakeries & sweet shops in Fort Collins

“High Point Creamery turns the humble scoop into an event, with creative, rotating flavors that keep things interesting and a texture that nails the creamy sweet spot. Ideal for a low-key date, post-bike-ride treat, or celebrating the monumental achievement of actually folding your laundry the day it dries.”

From the Denver newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Hammond’s Candies has been handcrafting lollipops, chocolates, brittles and other classic treats since 1920, and you can actually watch the magic on a factory tour. Swing by their factory store for giftable boxes or a personal stash, then thank your future self during the next afternoon slump.”

From the Denver newsletter, August 5, 2026

“This week, if your carb craving wants integrity, The Pig and the Plow Farmstead Bakery is baking rustic sourdough, Babci Buns, savory tarts and soups with a vegan and gluten free choice, all built on local heirloom organic ingredients.”

From the Fort Collins newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.”

“Bakery Four is turning out crackly loaves and buttery pastries that scratch that bakery itch in the best way, plus they roast their own coffee so your morning can actually be great. Put it on your weekly rotation, your carb-loving future self will approve.”

From the Denver newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Retailer offering premium chocolate & other confections, plus cocoa & gift baskets.”

“When birthdays, promotions, or random Tuesdays call for something extra, Yours Truly Cupcake delivers with a rotating seasonal menu plus custom creations that actually look as good as they taste. Think dessert catering for parties or just a box for the house, because even Arvada deserves a little RiNo magic.”

From the Arvada newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Whether you need a birthday showstopper, a wedding centerpiece, or a quick Cake in a Cup fix, The Cake Bar turns plant-based baking into full-on crowd pleasing magic. Custom cakes and cupcakes that actually taste indulgent, from Denver’s own cake lady, and yes... your non-vegan friends will ask for seconds.”

From the Denver newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Vern's Toffee House has been handcrafting butter almond toffee since 1976, using AA grade sweet cream butter, California almonds, and small-batch copper kettles for that snap under milk or dark chocolate.”

From the Fort Collins newsletter, August 10, 2026

“When your week needs a reliable morale boost, The Bread Chic has your number with homemade loaves and croissants, plus pies and other made-from-scratch treats that hit the spot. Ideal for lazy weekend breakfasts, midweek desk snacks, or bribing your neighbor to water the plants.”

From the Fort Collins newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.”

“Teen-oriented retail chain for a large assortment of games, snacks, jewelry, room decor & more.”

“Beloved for custom cakes, cookies, tortes, tarts, and flaky breakfast pastries, Gateaux wrapped up retail service on August 29, 2026, but they’re still completing previously booked wedding cakes through the end of 2026, a fitting encore from a Denver staple locals have trusted for milestone desserts.”

From the Lakewood newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Baked goods, wraps, toasts & other light fare are offered at the counter in a hip food market.”

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

“Whether your week needs a buttercream bailout or you're just chasing something sweet, The Cakery keeps seven cupcake flavors ready every day, with five trusty staples and two rotating surprises. They also bake small-batch gluten free, dairy free, and combo options daily, plus minis for any gathering.”

From the Fort Collins newsletter, August 15, 2026

“Sleek chocolate shop located inside Stanley Marketplace selling bonbons, truffles and macarons, along with tarts.”

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

“Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.”

“Family-owned Turkish Cafe Co. is bringing real Türkiye vibes to FoCo with fresh-baked boreks and pides, flaky baklava, and sips like proper Turkish coffee, tea, salep, and creative lattes (hello, Cardamom Honey and Baklava lattes). Cozy spot when you want something savory, sweet, and genuinely different.”

From the Fort Collins newsletter, August 31, 2026

“Whether you need a last‑minute birthday showstopper or just a flaky croissant and latte, Cake Crumbs Bakery & Cafe hits the spot. Park Hill’s cozy hub for custom cakes, everyday pastries, and light café bites, they’ll also cater or host your next get‑together when dessert needs to be the main character.”

From the Thornton newsletter, September 9, 2026

“The crew at Wooden Spoon Cafe & Bakery starts baking before dawn so you can snag croissants, egg sandwiches with your pick of toppings, and housemade focaccia lunches. They pour local Ampersand Coffee and Sanctuary Chai, and weekend cinnamon rolls or sticky buns vanish fast, so pre-order when you can.”

From the Lakewood newsletter, September 1, 2026

“Mermaids Bakery has been family-owned since 2008 and keeps Denver sweet with from-scratch cupcakes, cakes, pies, cookies and gluten-free treats. Look for rotating Flavors of the Week like pistachio cheesecake, then treat yourself to something pretty enough for a celebration yet casual enough for Tuesday.”

From the Denver newsletter, August 12, 2026

“When the sweet tooth takes over, Buttermilk Bakery & Pie Shop is turning out flaky classics like apple, cherry, and strawberry rhubarb, a silky Buttermilk Pie, plus bright Key Lime and banana cream, along with decadent cheesecakes in flavors from lemon curd to espresso. This week, you’ve earned dessert.”

From the Fort Collins newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Snack shop specializing in large, chewy cookies in classic and gourmet flavors, plus coffee.”

“Colorado Candy Company handcrafts brittle, hard candy, and those rainbowy ribbon candies in small artisan batches with natural flavors and no preservatives, all made the old-fashioned way. Pop in for a quick sweet fix or build a gift basket that says I care about you and your sweet tooth.”

From the Fort Collins newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Retreat Bakery Bar blends modern treats and classic desserts with hand-crafted coffee, beer and wine. Swing by for delicate tarts, macarons, gluten-free sweets, and scratch-made biscuits or breakfast sandwiches, all baked in small batches by a family-owned crew under new ownership in 2024.”

From the Fort Collins newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Founded by Austrian baker Jan Kratzer, LoDough Bakery is turning LoDo into a little Paris with scratch-made bread and pastries that taste like someone actually loves gluten. Expect flaky layers, crackly crusts, and that warm-bakery aroma that follows you home.”

From the Denver newsletter, August 19, 2026

“Little Bird Bakeshop keeps mornings bright with from-scratch pastries, sourdough, and light breakfast or lunch, plus legit coffee like an iced vanilla latte with house-made syrup. Try the croque monsieur toast, lavender lemonade, and seasonal pies, then bask in the chatter just south of Old Town.”

From the Fort Collins newsletter, September 14, 2026

“Nuance Chocolate is Fort Collins' family-run bean-to-bar spot, roasting and stone-grinding ethically sourced single-origin cacao in Old Town. Swing by for nuanced bars, French-style hot chocolate, bold brewed cacao, and hand-crafted truffles... the kind that make you invent excuses to take the long way home.”

“Franchise bakery specializing in handcrafted bundt cakes, plus curated gifts & party supplies.”

“Le Bakery Sensual has been turning Denver celebrations into inside jokes you can eat, with wildly custom wedding tiers, kids' characters, bachelorette and erotic showstoppers, plus caricature and themed designs across sports, music, holidays, you name it.”

“Denver outpost of the Portland-based bakery for creative doughnuts topped with wacky, fun ingredients.”