The best bakeries & sweet shops in Council Bluffs

“Breeze Bellevue Bakery sources from local farmers to craft standout cheesecakes, pies, breakfast bakes, and the occasional curveball like French Onion and Mushroom Quiche. Head baker Brie brings 17 years of culinary chops, plus pop-ups and catering, so you can celebrate or just shamelessly indulge.”

From the Council Bluffs newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Coneflower Creamery - Blackstone District is the spot for small-batch ice cream made from real, local ingredients, with even the waffle cones and sprinkles crafted in-house.”

From the Omaha newsletter, September 15, 2026

“If you’ve got a birthday, wedding, or just a Tuesday that needs frosting, The Cake Specialist turns ideas into edible art with custom cakes and cupcakes, gluten free options, high quality ingredients, and a friendly design team that’s been at it since 2002... People’s Choice winners at Lauritzen Gardens, too.”

From the Bellevue newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Betty Rae’s Ice Cream is now in Omaha, just across the river, bringing the playful, flavor-packed scoops they’ve honed since 2016, from a crew Kansas City voted best for ice cream, gelato and a food truck in back-to-back years. Even the vanilla’s exciting... the rest gets delightfully weird.”

From the Council Bluffs newsletter, August 31, 2026

“Make this week feel a little extra. Wenday's Bakery & Boutique crafts custom cakes, hosts tea parties, and teaches hands-on cooking, all with fresh flavors and edible flowers that make the table look like it actually got dressed up for once.”

From the Council Bluffs newsletter, August 25, 2026

“Tastee Treet keeps a rotating Dole Whip flavor going at all times, dairy-free and dangerously craveable, plus BBQ, hamburgers, and classic ice cream. Pro move this week... pair the Scotcheroo Candy Malt with a bright Pineapple or Lemon pick.”

From the Council Bluffs newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Coneflower Creamery - Millwork Commons turns Nebraska’s best into small-batch scoops, with house-made waffle cones and sprinkles, plus rich sauces.”

From the Omaha newsletter, August 25, 2026

“Christy Creme has been Council Bluffs’ go-to since 1954 for homemade sherbet that changes daily, classic ice cream, and made-to-order eats. Grab a Banana Mountain parfait or ask for a custom creation, then keep an eye on August’s S’more Sundae if you want summer in a cup.”

From the Council Bluffs newsletter, August 30, 2026

“Omaha's Sweet Magnolias Bake Shop turns out unapologetically indulgent pastries made by humans, by hand, plus custom cakes for weddings and parties that actually taste as good as they look. Order something sweet for this week, or just treat yourself to the flakiest excuse to skip making breakfast.”

From the Omaha newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Charming candy shop featuring homemade fudge, truffles and chocolate candy.”

“Hop over for bright lemon, a cannoli twist, or that raspberry champagne flavor that somehow makes Tuesdays feel fancy at Cupcake Omaha (Dundee). They also bake cakes, so your celebration plans stay easy and delicious.”

From the Council Bluffs newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Sweet Magnolias Bake & Cake Shop - Millwork is all about unapologetically indulgent pastries made by humans, by hand, plus custom cakes that actually look as good as they taste. When your office birthday, backyard bash, or wedding needs a sugar upgrade, their team loves making it a little sweeter.”

From the Council Bluffs newsletter, September 19, 2026

“Hollywood Candy is a local crowd pleaser with retro sweets from Abba-Zaba to Zagnut, Jelly Belly walls and a big PEZ display, plus homemade fudge and peanut butter surprises. Stick around for the pinball and arcade, the retro diner shakes and sundaes, even a little in-house theater.”

From the Omaha newsletter, September 11, 2026