The best bakeries & sweet shops in Urbandale

“Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.”

“Stalwart dinerlike chain serving signature ground-beef sandwiches, plus salads, sides & shakes.”

“Bakery chain outlet stocking sweet treats for any occasion, including custom cakes.”

“Self-serve chain with unusual frozen yogurt flavors, plus a variety of toppings.”

“Kid-friendly chain known for baked goods, breakfasts & other standards in dinerlike digs.”

“Beaverdale Confections is a scratch confectioner right here in Beaverdale, turning cane sugar, real butter and imported Belgian chocolate into truffles, toffee, fudge, caramels and those dangerously good house marshmallows. Swing by for a giftable box or a personal stash... we won’t judge your S'mores to Go situation.”

From the Des Moines newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Snookies Malt Shop is the family-owned Beaverdale institution turning soft serve vanilla, chocolate, and twist into malts, shakes, Arctic Blasts, floats, old-fashioned sodas, and simple cones, with rotating Dole soft serve for dairy-free friends. Perfect for an easy win after yard work or a neighborhood walk this week.”

From the Des Moines newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Cookies, candies and fudge are among the sweets and treats at this warm, bright, friendly, locally owned shop.”

“Neighborhood bakery crafting a variety of breads, plus muffins, cinnamon rolls & granola.”

“Bakery offering single-serving cakes in both traditional & modern flavors, plus wedding services.”

“La Mie Bakery turns mornings into small victories with sweets, crusty breads, and cafe staples like sandwiches and soups that actually taste like lunch. Feeding a crew this week? Their catering to go menu makes it simple, so plan a treat-yourself stop.”

From the Ankeny newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Part of a chain, this mall store sells chocolates and other sweets, plus gelato.”

“Bakery known for its champagne cakes, plus cookies, bars, and other treats.”

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