The best bakeries & sweet shops in Flint

“Because sometimes ice cream tastes better with a little nostalgia, Pride and Country Ice Cream Parlor serves up sweet treats from a real caboose at Pride and Country Village. Swing by after errands this week, grab a cone, and soak up those small town vibes between the historic shops.”

From the Tri Cities newsletter, August 6, 2026

“JP Makes and Bakes is where soft breads, crisp pastries, and those irresistible ube treats meet Detroit cravings, with Filipino flavors presented in familiar formats. Swing by this week for something purple, buttery, and wildly good... then text a friend so they don't miss out.”

From the Detroit newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Craving something sweet without cranking the oven? The Buttered Whisk is a Howell-based mother and daughter duo turning out custom cookies, celebration cakes, and a rotating Weekly Drop, plus event-ready dessert tables, a cake cart, and even a mini pancake cart that makes parties dangerously fun.”

From the Livingston County newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Upbeat bakeshop offering breakfast pastries & homemade desserts amid bright, whimsical decor.”

“Chocolates in innovative flavors presented in a former Willy's manufacturing garage.”

“Longtime store offering a vast array of sweet & savory pastries, plus tortes, cakes & chocolates.”

“Charming bakery offering custom cakes and cupcakes in different flavors, plus gluten-free and vegan options.”

“Tiny shop in an alley offering a selection of chocolates, including truffles.”

“Mexican bakery offering custom cakes as well as other baked goods and pastries.”

“Sweet shop for housemade macarons & cakes with artisan coffee drinks in whimsically elegant digs.”

“Refined bakery & cafe turning out fancy French pastries, plus coffee & light bites.”

“Relaxed spot for traditional Mexican pastries, cakes and other baked goods, plus coffee and sandwiches.”