The best bakeries & sweet shops in Hammond

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

“Donut chain offering coffee & sweet buns filled with jam or fruit (kolaches).”

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

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

“New Orleans-born chain for house-roasted coffee, organic teas, blended drinks & pastries.”

“Custom special-occasion cakes plus sandwiches & soups offered in a cottage-chic setting.”

“Piccola Gelateria churns artisan small-batch gelato that actually tastes like the flavor on the sign, the kind you think about mid-meeting. Round it out with sweet crepes, a bracing Lavazza espresso, or even a custom gelato cake when you’re celebrating something bigger than surviving the heat.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, September 6, 2026

“Local ice cream shop, including seasonal flavors, plus milkshakes.”

“Creole Creamery is that neighborhood ice cream fix when you need a pick-me-up fast, with classic scoops, ice cream cakes for last-minute celebrations, a coffee menu, and options for parties or catering. Their whole vibe is simple... eat ice cream, be happy, which frankly works.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, September 7, 2026

“Local ice cream parlor chain serving scoops, sundaes & malts in casual surroundings.”

“Baked goods like croissants, scones and cake, served alongside coffee.”

“From classic butter or almond croissants to legit quiches, salads, and croissant or baguette sandwiches, Croissant D'Or Patisserie keeps the French Quarter fueled. Pair a café au lait or cappuccino with an award-winning chocolate chip cookie and call it self-care.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 5, 2026

“This week, treat yourself to Laura's Candies, New Orleans' oldest candy shop since 1913, where creamy pralines, hand-made chocolates, and the signature Mississippi Mud are still crafted the old-school way. They even have an Ice Cream Parlor for when the sugar craving turns into a scoop situation.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Cupcake shop baking fresh confections, including cupcakes and cookies.”

“Casual cafe for specialty coffee and baked goods for breakfast, brunch and lunch.”

“TM Breads & Pastries keeps mornings simple with pillowy, sugar-dusted beignets paired with rich coffee that actually wakes you up. This week, when you want more than sweet, they’ve got breakfast favorites, sandwiches, and pastries that hit the spot for a low-key recharge.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 11, 2026

“Sucré is the New Orleans-founded patisserie locals lean on for jewel-box macarons, creamy gelato, and French-inspired sweets in an elegant boutique that feels like a mini escape.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 21, 2026

“Roman Candy Company is that rare New Orleans tradition still literally rolling, a wagon and mule designed in 1915 and still in service today. Family recipe gourmet taffy with roots four generations deep, popping up uptown, downtown, even the suburbs, right when your sweet tooth decides to speak up.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Bittersweet Confections nails the shabby-chic vibe with handmade truffles that vanish too fast and cupcakes worth inventing errands for, plus coffee to fuel decisions. For celebrations, their wedding cakes are legit showstoppers that taste as good as they look.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, September 2, 2026

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

“Laid-back bakery & cafe specializing in king cakes, plus sandwiches, soups, salads & coffee.”

“Cake baker designing cakes for weddings and other special occasions, such as birthdays.”

“Bakery offering baked goods such as croissants, king cakes, and cookies, plus a patio.”

“Ayu Bakehouse is turning Frenchmen Street’s creative energy into laminated layers and savory bites worth a detour. Think Croissant City Classic King Cake that Food Network put in its national top ten, a cult-favorite Boudin Boy, plus an open kitchen that lets you watch the magic happen.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 25, 2026

“La Boulangerie is the neighborhood go-to for handcrafted pastries, breads, and sandwiches made with locally sourced ingredients. Order ahead for same-day pickup or plan pastry and sandwich trays with 48 hours' notice, then enjoy being the office hero.”

“Royal Praline Company Riverwalk is your excuse this week to scoop up pralines, salt water taffy, and other New Orleans snacks, then grab hot sauce for the pantry. It also doubles as a clutch gift stop, with coffee, cookbooks, and souvenirs when you need a last-minute treat for your cousin or, you know, yourself.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 30, 2026

“Whether you're hunting nostalgic Peanut Chews and Pop Rocks, TikTok-famous treats, or international goodies like wild Pringles and Lays Stax flavors plus Cadbury, Le Bonbon stuffs shelves with joy, Squishmallows, Rilakkuma, Kawaii Slime and party goods upstairs.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 23, 2026