The best bakeries & sweet shops in Upper Peninsula

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Doozers - Cookies, sweet treats & more (opens in a new tab)

308 Cleveland Ave · Ishpeming

Whenever your sweet tooth starts plotting, Doozers - Cookies, Sweet Treats & More has the fix with cookies and sweet treats that make…

Whenever your sweet tooth starts plotting, Doozers - Cookies, Sweet Treats & More has the fix with cookies and sweet treats that make workdays better and couch nights dangerous, a go-to for Ishpeming folks who appreciate a fun local spot and the simple joy of declaring it's cookie time.

From the Ishpeming newsletter, October 18, 2026

Huron Mountain Bakery (opens in a new tab)

US-41 W · Ishpeming

When you need a quick bite before work or a sweet fix after, Huron Mountain Bakery comes through with from-scratch artisan breads,…

When you need a quick bite before work or a sweet fix after, Huron Mountain Bakery comes through with from-scratch artisan breads, sandwiches, and decadent sweets, plus coffee for catching up with friends. Longtime local bakers who still keep things simple and seriously good.

From the Ishpeming newsletter, October 6, 2026

Midtown Bakery & Cafe (opens in a new tab)

317 Iron St · Negaunee

Whether you're dodging lake-effect chill or just craving something real, Midtown Bakery & Cafe turns out homemade soups, stacked…

Whether you're dodging lake-effect chill or just craving something real, Midtown Bakery & Cafe turns out homemade soups, stacked sandwiches, and scratch-made desserts that hit the spot.

From the Ishpeming newsletter, October 22, 2026

The Cone On Iron Street (opens in a new tab)

442 Iron St · Negaunee

When the afternoon sweet tooth hits, The Cone On Iron Street is the family-owned downtown Negaunee spot serving hand-dipped scoops, shakes,…

When the afternoon sweet tooth hits, The Cone On Iron Street is the family-owned downtown Negaunee spot serving hand-dipped scoops, shakes, sundaes, and summer favorites. It sits just off the Heritage Trail, making it an easy post-ride or post-errands detour that always feels worth it.

From the Ishpeming newsletter, October 4, 2026

Bread of Life Bakery (opens in a new tab)

105 N Sophie St · Bessemer

Swing by Bread of Life Bakery when you need a proper UP reset, because their pasties hit the spot, the fresh-baked sweets smell like…

Checked Aug 18

Swing by Bread of Life Bakery when you need a proper UP reset, because their pasties hit the spot, the fresh-baked sweets smell like self-care, and the subs and pizza make dinnertime way too easy.

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 20, 2026