The best bakeries & sweet shops in Thornton

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

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Mr. Biscuits Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Quaint bakery serving cinnamon rolls alongside biscuit sandwiches and other breakfast fare.

7176 W 38th Ave (Wheat Ridge)

Quaint bakery serving cinnamon rolls alongside biscuit sandwiches and other breakfast fare.

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Local bakery specializing in sweets such as cinnamon rolls and sticky buns.

12400 First St

Local bakery specializing in sweets such as cinnamon rolls and sticky buns.

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Frozen Spirals

Bakeries & Sweets

Clean destination for ice cream that's rolled up right in front of customers, using fresh, whole ingredients.

5055 W 72nd Ave F (Westminster)

Clean destination for ice cream that's rolled up right in front of customers, using fresh, whole ingredients.

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Ice cream shop offering treats such as fresas con crema and tostilocos, along with coffee.

1004 W 104th Ave Unit 1004 (Northglenn)

Ice cream shop offering treats such as fresas con crema and tostilocos, along with coffee.

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A Cake Occasion

Bakeries & Sweets

Family-run bakery focuses on highly decorated custom cakes & other sweets in a strip-mall location.

3901 E 112th Ave

Family-run bakery focuses on highly decorated custom cakes & other sweets in a strip-mall location.

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GetRight's

Bakeries & Sweets

Pastries ranging from cake to brioche to pie and croissant are served at this casual eatery alongside sourdough breads.

6985 W 38th Ave #101 (Wheat Ridge)

Pastries ranging from cake to brioche to pie and croissant are served at this casual eatery alongside sourdough breads.

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Hammond’s Candies

Bakeries & Sweets

Hammond’s Candies has been handcrafting lollipops, chocolates, brittles and other classic treats since 1920, and you can actually watch the…

5735 Washington St (Denver)

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

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Enstrom Candies Arvada

Bakeries & Sweets

When you need a sweet pick-me-up or an easy win for gifting, Enstrom Candies Arvada has toffee, chocolates, sugar-free picks, thoughtful…

6770 W 52nd Ave (Arvada)

When you need a sweet pick-me-up or an easy win for gifting, Enstrom Candies Arvada has toffee, chocolates, sugar-free picks, thoughtful gift baskets, and personalized lids and cards for celebrations, corporate gifting, or wedding favors. Consider this your midweek morale boost.

From the Arvada newsletter, August 6, 2026

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M2 Confections

Bakeries & Sweets

M2 Confections is turning out handpainted bonbons, inventive truffles, candy bars and even s'mores, all built around seasonal flavors and…

6050 W 92nd Ave #500 (Westminster)

M2 Confections is turning out handpainted bonbons, inventive truffles, candy bars and even s'mores, all built around seasonal flavors and top-tier ingredients. Grab a box for your next porch hang or level up client gifts with something that actually tastes amazing.

From the Westminster newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Cakes By Karen

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether it’s a birthday, random Tuesday, or you just remembered the office potluck, Cakes by Karen has you covered with custom designs, 15…

16873 E Iliff Ave (Aurora)

Whether it’s a birthday, random Tuesday, or you just remembered the office potluck, Cakes by Karen has you covered with custom designs, 15 cake flavors, loads of fillings, and ready-made options. Vegan and gluten-free cakes, plus cupcakes and cookies, mean everyone gets a slice of happy.

From the Aurora newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Bakery Four

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery specializing in European-style pastries and breads, plus coffee.

4150 Tennyson St (Denver)

Bakery specializing in European-style pastries and breads, plus coffee.

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Fuzziwig's Candy Factory

Bakeries & Sweets

Chain candy store at Southlands carrying a variety of sweets, including jelly beans and Dippin' Dots.

Southlands Mall, 6155 S Main St # E-111 (Aurora)

Chain candy store at Southlands carrying a variety of sweets, including jelly beans and Dippin' Dots.

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

500 16th Street Ste 118, Denver Pavilions, 500 16th St Mall (Denver)

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

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Yours Truly Cupcake

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery window for classic & liquor-infused cupcakes, plus custom orders for delivery & events.

3563 Larimer St (Denver)

Bakery window for classic & liquor-infused cupcakes, plus custom orders for delivery & events.

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

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

10449 Town Center Dr #500 (Westminster)

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

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Scrumptious

Bakeries & Sweets

Old-timey candy store selling sweet treats, classic & unusual ice cream flavors & bottled sodas.

7523 Grandview Ave (Arvada)

Old-timey candy store selling sweet treats, classic & unusual ice cream flavors & bottled sodas.

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Cuba Bakery & Café

Bakeries & Sweets

Relaxed Cuban eatery with sweet & savory pastries, cakes & espresso, plus sandwiches.

15028 E Mississippi Ave (Aurora)

Relaxed Cuban eatery with sweet & savory pastries, cakes & espresso, plus sandwiches.

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Outpost of a local candy-store chain known for its almond toffee & a variety of kosher treats.

201 University Blvd #118 (Denver)

Outpost of a local candy-store chain known for its almond toffee & a variety of kosher treats.

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Chain with a laid-back, island vibe doling out shaved-ice desserts & smoothies.

3003 W 104th Ave #500 (Westminster)

Chain with a laid-back, island vibe doling out shaved-ice desserts & smoothies.

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

14647 Delaware St, 1200 Orchard Town Center (Westminster)

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

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The Cake Bar

Bakeries & Sweets

Relaxed bakery specializing in custom cakes and cupcakes, plus other baked goods and desserts for vegan diets.

214 E 13th Ave (Denver)

Relaxed bakery specializing in custom cakes and cupcakes, plus other baked goods and desserts for vegan diets.

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Pasteles Cisne #3

Bakeries & Sweets

Cakes in various flavors (mochas, tres leches, Rompope) offered at this bakery.

7236 Federal Blvd #400 (Westminster)

Cakes in various flavors (mochas, tres leches, Rompope) offered at this bakery.

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Mountain Man Nut & Fruit

Bakeries & Sweets

Candy- and nut supplier featuring a selection of popcorn, chocolates, pretzels, and trail mix.

421 W 104th Ave Ste F (Northglenn)

Candy- and nut supplier featuring a selection of popcorn, chocolates, pretzels, and trail mix.

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Parlor Doughnuts

Bakeries & Sweets

Craft shop serving unique doughnuts including vegan, gluten-free, and keto options, plus coffee.

5001 S Parker Rd (Aurora)

Craft shop serving unique doughnuts including vegan, gluten-free, and keto options, plus coffee.

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Gateaux

Bakeries & Sweets

Welcoming bakeshop for custom cakes, cookies, tortes, tarts & breakfast pastries.

1160 Speer Blvd (Denver)

Welcoming bakeshop for custom cakes, cookies, tortes, tarts & breakfast pastries.

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Rheinlander Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Longtime family-owned bakery selling fancy cakes, German pastries & gluten-free goodies.

5721 Olde Wadsworth Blvd (Arvada)

Longtime family-owned bakery selling fancy cakes, German pastries & gluten-free goodies.

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Daniel's of Paris

Bakeries & Sweets

Compact bakery specializing in croissants, meringues & other French treats, plus custom cakes.

12253 E Iliff Ave (Aurora)

Compact bakery specializing in croissants, meringues & other French treats, plus custom cakes.

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See's Candies

Bakeries & Sweets

Candies & chocolates are sold by the piece or box at this old-school chain, in business since 1921.

1685 S Colorado Blvd T (Denver)

Candies & chocolates are sold by the piece or box at this old-school chain, in business since 1921.

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Paris Baguette

Bakeries & Sweets

Neighborhood cafe serving pastries, breads, cakes, salads, and sandwiches alongside coffee and tea.

10601 E Garden Dr #105 (Aurora)

Neighborhood cafe serving pastries, breads, cakes, salads, and sandwiches alongside coffee and tea.

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

2669 Larimer St (Denver)

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

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Rocket Fizz Denver

Bakeries & Sweets

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

1512 Larimer St R-25 (Denver)

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

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TOUS les JOURS

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery offering Asian-style breads, pastries and cakes.

14352 Lincoln St #107

Bakery offering Asian-style breads, pastries and cakes.

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Donutsville Bakery & Cafe

Bakeries & Sweets

Familiar options for raised, glazed and cake-style treats. Also serving breakfast and lunch sandwiches.

5191 W 112th Ave Ste 700 (Westminster)

Familiar options for raised, glazed and cake-style treats. Also serving breakfast and lunch sandwiches.

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Miette et Chocolat

Bakeries & Sweets

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

2501 Dallas St Ste 176 (Aurora)

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

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Detour Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Popular French bakery offering pastries, artisan breads, quiche & sandwiches in a cheery atmosphere.

1479 S Holly St (Denver)

Popular French bakery offering pastries, artisan breads, quiche & sandwiches in a cheery atmosphere.

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La Patisserie Francaise

Bakeries & Sweets

Quaint French bakery in a strip center known for traditional pastries plus occasion & wedding cakes.

7885 Wadsworth Blvd (Arvada)

Quaint French bakery in a strip center known for traditional pastries plus occasion & wedding cakes.

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

618 16th St Mall (Denver)

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

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Cake Crumbs Bakery & Cafe

Bakeries & Sweets

This bakeshop specializing in cakes & other baked treats also offers light fare & free WiFi.

2216 Kearney St (Denver)

This bakeshop specializing in cakes & other baked treats also offers light fare & free WiFi.

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Homey cafe/bakery featuring cakes & pastries to go, plus a menu of local fare for breakfast & lunch.

2418 W 32nd Ave (Denver)

Homey cafe/bakery featuring cakes & pastries to go, plus a menu of local fare for breakfast & lunch.

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Mermaids Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

This bakery makes all its treats from scratch, including cupcakes, pies, mini pies, cakes & cookies.

1543 Champa St (Denver)

This bakery makes all its treats from scratch, including cupcakes, pies, mini pies, cakes & cookies.

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Bake shop serving custom macarons, cookies, bagels and breakfast treats.

12910 Zuni St (Westminster)

Bake shop serving custom macarons, cookies, bagels and breakfast treats.

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Rocket Fizz Thornton

Bakeries & Sweets

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

13801 Grant St

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

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LoDough Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Unassuming bakery, baking croissants, scones, muffins, and other items, along with sourdough bread.

1850 Wazee St #150 (Denver)

Unassuming bakery, baking croissants, scones, muffins, and other items, along with sourdough bread.

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le' Bakery Sensual

Bakeries & Sweets

Long-running, local bakeshop for unique custom wedding, children's & bachelorette party cakes.

300 E 6th Ave #4 (Denver)

Long-running, local bakeshop for unique custom wedding, children's & bachelorette party cakes.

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Voodoo Doughnut

Bakeries & Sweets

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

1520 E Colfax Ave (Denver)

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

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