The best bakeries & sweet shops in Florissant

“Unpretentious bakeshop serving up donuts, eclairs & other old-fashioned baked treats.”

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

“For over 30 years, Maplewood standby Mr Wizard's Frozen Custard and Yogurt has specialized in soft serve frozen custard and frozen yogurt.”

From the University City newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Small, time-tested bakery for celebrated desserts, such as special-occasion cakes & gourmet cookies.”

“Traditional, no-frills bakery offering sheet cakes, pies & European pastries, plus breads & rolls.”

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

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

“From morning bagels to gooey butter cake, Schnucks Bakery cranks out over 200 fresh-made items daily, plus custom cakes you can order ahead when the group text finally agrees on a plan. Swing by for breads, cookies and cupcakes with a freshness guarantee that keeps your week sweet.”

“Chain scooping creative flavors of ice cream & frozen yogurt made from local ingredients.”

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

“When a craving hits, Clementine's Naughty & Nice Ice Cream nails it with St. Louis swagger... think the beloved Gooey Butter Cake, plus rotating boozy, vegan, and dairy-free flavors.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Treat yourself to Taiwanese shaved ice and bubble tea, with rotating, seasonally inspired flavors like pumpkin cheesecake, lemon green tea, and honey lime. Ice Cave Shaved Ice also cranks out fresh popsicles and wheel cakes, plus milk or water bases so everyone can find their chill.”

From the University City newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Central West End's Ice Cave & Bubblecup Tea Zone does Taiwanese shaved ice and bubble tea right, from seasonal flavors like pumpkin cheesecake or lemon green tea to playful toppings, plus milk or water bases. Bonus curiosity: handmade popsicles and wheel cakes if you want something to munch.”

From the University City newsletter, September 26, 2026

“Patisserie Svoi does custom cakes and polished European classics that are big on flavor, not just looks. Order mousse cakes, macarons, Napoleon, even their Ukrainian honey cake, and pick your flavors. Perfect when a birthday or wedding dessert needs to steal the spotlight.”

From the University City newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Bridge Bread in the Loop is a nonprofit bakery turning fresh loaves and classic artisan bagels into restorative employment and housing assistance for neighbors without stable housing.”

From the University City newsletter, September 23, 2026

“Long-running spot featuring homemade cheesecakes in over 35 flavors, plus other decadent desserts.”

“When you want a low-key spot with great coffee, flaky pastries, and something warm for breakfast, Colleen's Cafe delivers. Everything’s made in-house with fresh ingredients and an easygoing vibe... plus that signature shortbread St.”

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

“A family-run staple since 1977, Helfer's Pastries turns out custom cakes, decorated cookies, pies, cheesecakes, cupcakes, and seasonal paczki, plus take-and-bake pizza.”

From the Florissant newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Whether you’re grabbing something to sweeten a regular Tuesday or picking out a dessert that actually gets applause at family dinners, Dierbergs Bakery brings reliable, crowd-pleasing baked goodness. It’s the easy, local move when you want treats that taste like you tried, without the floury kitchen cleanup.”

From the Florissant newsletter, September 29, 2026

“Classic frozen custard done right is the whole vibe at Doozle's Frozen Custard, with thick concretes, sundaes, and a handy drive through when you’re in no mood to leave the car, plus a 98% fat free lite option for those just “sampling.””

From the Florissant newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Schnucks Florissant nails the neighborhood-grocery sweet spot with a full-service Bakery that turns out custom cakes, plus fresh produce, premium meats and grab-and-go meals. There’s a CVS Pharmacy in-store, and curbside or delivery if you’d rather shop in slippers.”

From the Florissant newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Whether you need a morning coffee or tea pick-me-up or a celebratory cake, Made. by Lia turns out from-scratch pastries and treats, plus gluten-free and vegan options. Locally loved in Old Town Florissant, it’s a sweet fix for office drop-offs, birthdays, or the midweek “I earned this” moment.”

From the Florissant newsletter, September 27, 2026

“When you need a pick-me-up that feels like pure happiness in a cup, make Louie's Italian Ice your move this week. Scoops of bright, refreshing Italian ice and ultra-creamy gelato hit that sweet spot after soccer practice, yard work, or just because... you’re a human who deserves joy.”

From the Florissant newsletter, September 21, 2026

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

“Family-owned since 1983, Fritz's Frozen Custard keeps Florissant sweet with a rotating Flavor of the Day, thick concretes, and signature sundaes like the Famous Turtle. Expect quick, friendly service and custard pies that disappear faster than your willpower on a summer night.”

From the Florissant newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Whether you're hunting for jewel-box macarons or a showstopper celebration cake, La Pâtisserie Chouquette nails that chic, butter-forward French magic. Think artful decorated cakes, wedding and custom creations for big days, and a weekly afternoon tea that makes slowing down feel downright necessary.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, September 22, 2026

“Looking for a sweet win this week, not another meh sheet cake? Cake House Design turns out wedding cakes, plus cupcakes, cookies, brownies, pies and more, so your birthday, office spread or porch hang gets upgraded with something pretty and proudly St. Louis.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Funky, colorful spot producing sweets & baked goods in a functioning art studio, plus light lunch.”

“Whisk: a Sustainable Bakeshop turns local, in-season ingredients into St. Louis comfort hits like gooey butter pie, cosmic brownies and those dangerously good bagel bombs. Lots of vegan and gluten-free options, plus Mother Tongue Coffee, all wrapped in their earth-friendly, compost-happy ethos on Cherokee Street.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Established, mom-&-pop bakeshop featuring a range of breads, pastries, cakes, pies & other desserts.”

“Sugaree Baking Company is cranking out from-scratch goodies with real, top-tier ingredients... think rotating monthly pies, joyful ice cream sandwiches, and custom cakes and cookies that actually taste as good as they look. Order ahead for weekend pickup, then make it your treat this week.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 17, 2026

“Retailer of artisan chocolates made with fair-trade cocoa & sugar, sold by the piece or box.”