The best bakeries & sweet shops in Jackson

4 bakeries & sweet shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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The Blue Julep

Bakeries & Sweets

From handcrafted-from-scratch specialty cakes to gourmet cupcakes, The Blue Julep keeps Jackson’s sweet tooth happily occupied with…

143 W Michigan Ave

“From handcrafted-from-scratch specialty cakes to gourmet cupcakes, The Blue Julep keeps Jackson’s sweet tooth happily occupied with made-to-order treats, including tarts, cookies, and even dessert buffets for your next shindig. It’s the spot you call when you want desserts that look polished and taste like home.”

From the Jackson newsletter, September 16, 2026

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By Grace Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

By Grace Cakes turns birthdays, weddings, and last-minute “we promised dessert” moments into beautiful, tasty creations. Think custom…

1407 Mound Ave

“By Grace Cakes turns birthdays, weddings, and last-minute “we promised dessert” moments into beautiful, tasty creations. Think custom cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and cake pops that are gluten free, with dairy free and peanut free options…perfect for Jackson families juggling celebrations and food sensitivities.”

From the Jackson newsletter, September 30, 2026

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The Five Forks

Bakeries & Sweets

The Five Forks is the local go-to for buttercream cakes, cupcakes, cake pops and cakesicles that look stunning and actually taste like…

1194 N W Ave

“The Five Forks is the local go-to for buttercream cakes, cupcakes, cake pops and cakesicles that look stunning and actually taste like something you’ll want seconds of. Two sister bakers riff on signature flavors or custom combos, then deliver hand-crafted sweets that match your vision.”

From the Jackson newsletter, September 25, 2026

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Sweet Potato Sensations

Bakeries & Sweets

When you want dessert that tastes like someone put fall in an oven, Sweet Potato Sensations delivers pies, cookies, cake, cheesecake, ice…

17337 Lahser Rd (Detroit)

“When you want dessert that tastes like someone put fall in an oven, Sweet Potato Sensations delivers pies, cookies, cake, cheesecake, ice cream, cobbler, muffins and that sweet potato pecan pie you keep daydreaming about.”

From the Redford newsletter, September 7, 2026

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