The best bakeries & sweet shops in Macon

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

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Sugar Sweets

Bakeries & Sweets

When the snack drawer is letting you down, Sugar Sweets brings back that real candy-shop joy with bright, sugary picks for the kids and…

4070 Lindsey Dr

“When the snack drawer is letting you down, Sugar Sweets brings back that real candy-shop joy with bright, sugary picks for the kids and chocolaty fixes for you. Swing by this week and stash a few treats for later because future-you will be grateful.”

From the Macon newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Amanda's Cakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Craving something sweet without the wheat? Amanda's Cakery here in Macon crafts gorgeous wedding cakes, groom’s cakes, and everyday…

321 Cotton Ave

“Craving something sweet without the wheat?”

From the Macon newsletter, September 7, 2026

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Insomnia Cookies

Bakeries & Sweets

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

1530 Mercer University Dr Ste 700

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

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Sweet Eleanor's Divine Desserts

Bakeries & Sweets

Sweet Eleanor's Divine Desserts is pouring Perc Coffee and blending creamy milkshakes, then tempting you with house-made desserts and a…

530 Poplar St

“Sweet Eleanor's Divine Desserts is pouring Perc Coffee and blending creamy milkshakes, then tempting you with house-made desserts and a Weekly Special like a warm, gooey salted-caramel cookie topped with vanilla bean ice cream. m. slump hits, this is the move.”

From the Macon newsletter, August 20, 2026

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Sweet Affairz Dessert Shop

Bakeries & Sweets

Sweet Affairz Dessert Shop keeps Macon’s sweet game strong with moist cupcakes in Southern favorites like banana pudding and key lime, plus…

2310 Ingleside Ave

“Sweet Affairz Dessert Shop keeps Macon’s sweet game strong with moist cupcakes in Southern favorites like banana pudding and key lime, plus strawberry crunch cookies and brownies. Pro move, build a mix-and-match cupcake box or the cupcake-plus-lemonade combo and make the office think you baked.”

From the Macon newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

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

5080 Riverside Dr Ste 334

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

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Shuster's Candy & Creamery

Bakeries & Sweets

Craving a pick-me-up this week that's more fun than scrolling? Shuster's Candy & Creamery scoops premium hand-dipped ice cream in fresh…

616 Poplar St · ✓ checked Aug 19

“Craving a pick-me-up this week that's more fun than scrolling? Shuster's Candy & Creamery scoops premium hand-dipped ice cream in fresh waffle cones, plus a candy wall stacked with nostalgic and new finds. Try the six-scoop ice cream flight with waffle cone chips...”

From the Macon newsletter, August 27, 2026

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