The best bakeries & sweet shops in Plymouth County

“Tom and Jimmy's Ice Cream keeps Middleborough happily sugared with Gifford’s scoops, Del’s Frozen Lemonade, and the kind of sundaes they brag are the biggest around. Go classic or get weird with Ice Cream Nachos, flights, and signature hits like The Jimmy or T-Hoye, all year round.”

From the Middleborough newsletter, October 12, 2026

“Pit stop for ice cream & soft serve in lots of flavors, plus frozen yogurt, slushies & other treats.”

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“Amazing Cakes brings over 20 years of know-how to birthdays, weddings, and any excuse to slice into beautifully detailed, custom designs. The menu runs from fondant masterpieces and winter hat cakes to pastries and specialty cupcakes, all tailored to your theme, so give them at least a week’s notice.”

From the Middleborough newsletter, October 7, 2026

“Mel's Ice Cream is a third-generation South Shore staple that brings the party to you, from birthdays to school events to impromptu block hangs. Since 1960 they’ve cruised Middleborough with 11 trucks stocked with 140+ frozen treats, slush, soda, candy, and chips. Easy to book, dangerously craveable.”

From the Middleborough newsletter, September 22, 2026

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“Craving the real-deal stuff you can taste in every bite? Nona's Homemade spins out fresh, super-creamy flavors plus sundaes, shakes and waffles, with an ice cream truck rolling around May through October and shops sprinkled across the South Shore, perfect for a quick dessert run after practice or errands.”

From the Weymouth newsletter, September 10, 2026

“If your sweet tooth keeps lobbying for a treat, Joyful Scoops answers with a crowd-pleasing variety of flavors, from creamy strawberry cheesecake to the usual go-tos, all piled into crisp waffle cones. It’s the kind of pretty setting where one scoop turns into “okay, maybe two” without regret.”

From the Middleborough newsletter, October 2, 2026

“Sugar Hill Dairy has been churning out freshly made dairy treats since 2009, with flavors that actually make choosing hard, like Way Milky, Coffee Kahlua Brownie, Grapenut Custard, and Maine Black Bear.”

From the Taunton newsletter, August 30, 2026

“From classic chocolate assortments to fresh roasted nuts, creamy fudge, and gummy snacks for the non-chocolate people in your life, Gowell's Home Made Candy nails that irresistible, old-school sweetness. Their friendly chocolate consultants can steer you to the right box, so treat yourself this week.”

From the Brockton newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Family-run since 1987, White's Bakery & Cafe is where Brockton folks snag perfect morning pick-me-ups and celebration-saving custom cakes. Between buttery pastries, fresh bread, and savory cafe bites, there are, no joke, hundreds of choices, so just lean in and let their nearly 40 years of know-how guide you.”

From the Brockton newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Plimoth Candy Company keeps it classic and fun with chocolate truffles, retro hits like Boston Baked Beans and candy cigarettes, plus gummies, sours, and licorice. Perfect for last-minute gifts or those I-earned-this moments when only Bog Frogs or Black Twizzlers will do.”

From the Plymouth newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Keegan Kreations is a French-leaning bakeshop turning out ethereally crisp croissants, around 15 croissant-dough pastries, and legit custom cakes, plus coffee and espresso to keep Plymouth mornings civilized. Pro tip, grab an Almond Croissant or the Lemon Blueberry Danish and thank yourself later.”

From the Plymouth newsletter, September 15, 2026

“When the craving hits, Fedele's Chocolates nails it with house-made fudge, silky truffles, and a build-your-own box that lets you cherry-pick favorites. The Plymouth shop also stocks fun novelty shapes, sugar-free picks, Jelly Belly, and deep, 72% dark for the diehards.”

From the Plymouth newsletter, September 22, 2026

“Fedele's Chocolates is the family-run spot for homemade fudge, build-your-own assortments, and fun novelty pieces that make Tuesday feel like a holiday. Craving darker bites, try their 72% or greater selections, plus sugar-free treats and classic pan candy... because Plymouth runs better on cocoa.”

From the Plymouth newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Keto Krave bakes low-carb, sugar-free, gluten-free treats that actually hit the spot, plus the occasional savory fix when you’re over salad life. Keep it on your weekly rotation for desserts and snacks that play nice with your goals without tasting like homework.”

From the Plymouth newsletter, October 12, 2026

“Whether you need a showstopper wedding tier or fun birthday cookies, Cape Batter Bakeshop & Cakery nails custom cakes, cookies and cupcakes with clean design and flavor.”

From the Plymouth newsletter, September 1, 2026

“Whether you’re team crusty boule, chewy bagel, or flaky viennoiserie, Hearth Artisan Bread mixes, shapes, and bakes everything on site in Plymouth. Founder Peter Nyberg’s decades-old levain and 30-plus years of know-how mean loaves with character and bagel sandwiches worth planning your morning around.”

From the Plymouth newsletter, September 26, 2026

“Yellow Deli Bakery is cranking out fresh bread daily, flaky pastries, breakfast bites, and their famous sandwiches and salads, all alongside murals and old barn wood that whisper Plymouth stories... grab a granola bag if you know what’s good for your weekday snacking.”

From the Plymouth newsletter, October 5, 2026

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

“From trompe-l'œil showstoppers to elegant wedding tiers and chocolate-covered treats, Sweet Art turns your ideas into custom cakes that actually taste as good as they look, with a simple three-step request process and the kind of care that makes celebrations feel extra personal.”

From the New Bedford newsletter, August 21, 2026

“Whether it's a birthday, shower, wedding, or just because, Two Buoys Cakes lets you build your cake exactly how you want it, then tempts you with cookies and other sweets. Dream it up this week, send in a request a few weeks ahead, and make dessert the main event.”

From the Plymouth newsletter, September 29, 2026