The best bakeries & sweet shops in Scott County

When your evening walk turns into a sugar mission, Here's The Scoop dishes up unique ice cream flavors in waffle cones, plus cookies and a candy shop to raid for later. It’s the kind of spot you swing by after dinner and somehow leave planning your next visit.

From the Quad Cities newsletter, October 21, 2026

Dunn Brothers Coffee is that Bettendorf staple for thoughtfully sourced, locally roasted cups that actually taste like the origin, plus hand-cracked egg breakfast sandwiches, freshly baked pastries, and naan pizzas made to order. Good for a quick grab or a sit-and-sip catch-up with a neighbor.

From the Bettendorf newsletter, October 4, 2026

QC folks with tricky diets, meet MomNme Sweets. They turn out organic, vegan, sourdough and gluten-free goodies that actually taste amazing... think blueberry kolache, tender vegan cinnamon rolls, and bakes made with wholesome ingredients plus extra care for food intolerances.

From the Quad Cities newsletter, September 28, 2026

Ultimate Chocolates has been hand-making fudge, butter toffee, pecan turtles, truffles, caramel apples, and sea salt caramels in Bettendorf since 1992, and they’ll even custom-create boxes for birthdays, weddings, or your Netflix night. Treat yourself this week, then stash a gift box for the next last-minute occasion.

From the Bettendorf newsletter, September 25, 2026

Retail chain selling gourmet chocolates & candies, with gift options for special occasions.

The Shameless Chocoholic handcrafts craveable boxed chocolates, caramel-loaded Shmurtles, and truffles that range from Red Velvet to White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake. When the midweek slump hits, swing by for a Shameless Assortment or a Caramel Addiction Box and call it self-care.

From the Bettendorf newsletter, September 28, 2026

Lagomarcino's Confectionery is the family-owned since 1908 spot where a legit soda fountain meets boxed chocolates, fudge, and sundaes like the Tin Roof and Banana Split Special. Perfect for a midweek morale boost or gifting duty, with custom orders for weddings, corporate gifts, and other special events.

From the Quad Cities newsletter, September 23, 2026

The Sweet Spot QC is a local go-to for custom cakes, cheesecakes, and cupcakes that taste as good as they look. They’re taking a short break while moving to Long Grove, still fulfilling existing orders, so follow along for reopening news... your future dessert table will thank you.

From the Bettendorf newsletter, September 16, 2026

Family-owned Chocolate Manor handcrafts toffees, caramels, creams, and truffles with high-quality ingredients, rotating flavors with the seasons. If you want to nerd out, their twice-monthly chocolate tours include samples and a peek into the kitchen, which is just as fun as it sounds.

From the Quad Cities newsletter, September 30, 2026

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

Chain selling handcrafted cookies in creative arrangements, gift baskets & trays.

Flaherty Irish Candy Company makes tender, melt-in-your-mouth Irish butter toffee the classic way with 55% Irish butter, cooked low and slow. Treat yourself this week, or stock up on caramels and old fashioned drink mixes, because Bettendorf sweetness improves everything from coffee breaks to couch time.

From the Bettendorf newsletter, September 23, 2026

Blue Spruce General Store turns out naturally leavened sourdough loaves, seasonal pastries, and deli sandwiches that taste like someone actually cares, plus they offer bread delivery and sourdough classes if you're into leveling up your carb game.

From the Quad Cities newsletter, October 28, 2026

Small Town Pastry is that Bettendorf spot you swing by when breakfast needs real pastries, lunch wants a homemade soup and sandwich, or dinner deserves a take-home comfort fix. Family owned, small-batch, and big on locally roasted coffee, plus seasonal desserts, custom cakes, and pies that disappear fast.

From the Bettendorf newsletter, September 26, 2026