The best bakeries & sweet shops in Asheboro

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

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Louie and Honey's Kitchen

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Treat yourself this week at Louie and Honey's Kitchen, home of hand-rolled Amish Cinnamon Rolls finished with a silky boiled brown sugar…

401 W End Blvd (Winston-Salem)

Treat yourself this week at Louie and Honey's Kitchen, home of hand-rolled Amish Cinnamon Rolls finished with a silky boiled brown sugar frosting.

From the Winston-Salem newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Whether you're plotting a birthday bash or a shower, Something BARowed Candy Bar Stations handles the sweet stuff with popcorn, candy, and…

412 E Market St (Greensboro)

Whether you're plotting a birthday bash or a shower, Something BARowed Candy Bar Stations handles the sweet stuff with popcorn, candy, and party favors that level up your spread and keep guests nibbling. Easy win this week.

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Maxie B's

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Maxie B's is the hometown dessert café where scratch-made cakes, pies, and ice cream cookie sandwiches taste like someone’s Southern…

2403 Battleground Ave (Greensboro)

Maxie B's is the hometown dessert café where scratch-made cakes, pies, and ice cream cookie sandwiches taste like someone’s Southern grandma has a whisk tattoo. Think Strawberry Shortcake, Key Lime Cake, and Vegan Blueberry Almond Cake. Order a slice, linger a minute, call it self-care.

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 6, 2026

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The Candy Tree

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Glossy candy apples, craveable gourmet popcorn, candy grapes, and cupcakes... The Candy Tree is the local move when a sweet tooth strikes…

3710 Reynolda Rd (Winston-Salem)

Glossy candy apples, craveable gourmet popcorn, candy grapes, and cupcakes... The Candy Tree is the local move when a sweet tooth strikes or an event pops up. They cater and do custom creations, so your spread tastes legit and looks even better.

From the Winston-Salem newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Whisk & Batter Bakery Durham keeps the Triangle sweet with 15 signature cupcakes on the stands every day plus two weekly specials that…

4711 Hope Valley Rd #4D (Durham)

Whisk & Batter Bakery Durham keeps the Triangle sweet with 15 signature cupcakes on the stands every day plus two weekly specials that switch every Monday. Want options? They’ve got 200+ flavors to choose from and custom cakes from house favorites to detailed themes, all baked with love.

From the Durham newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Ro Cake Studio LLC

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When a birthday sneaks up, Ro Cake Studio LLC turns panic into pretty with elegant custom cakes, gluten-free options, and a signature…

215 Dovershire Pkwy (Durham)

When a birthday sneaks up, Ro Cake Studio LLC turns panic into pretty with elegant custom cakes, gluten-free options, and a signature lineup of dipped Oreos, cake pops, and chocolate-covered strawberries. Ordering is easy, and yes, they can do same-day delivery if you give them a heads up.

From the Durham newsletter, September 7, 2026

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When you want a real-deal pastry, a slice of cake that ruins store-bought forever, or a cozy lunch that simply hits, Mad Hatter Cafe +…

1802 W Main St (Durham)

When you want a real-deal pastry, a slice of cake that ruins store-bought forever, or a cozy lunch that simply hits, Mad Hatter Cafe + Bakeshop delivers scratch-made, local-ingredient treats, good coffee, and wedding cakes delivered across the Triangle. A quick Durham detour is absolutely worth it.

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Loaf

Bakeries & Sweets

Urban bakeshop showcasing sweet/savory pastries, artisanal breads & locally sourced specialty foods.

111 W Parrish St (Durham)

Urban bakeshop showcasing sweet/savory pastries, artisanal breads & locally sourced specialty foods.

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Trap Fruit Candy Co.

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Trap Fruit Candy Co. turns fresh fruit into crunchy, candy-coated magic in flavors like cotton candy and blue raspberry, plus they’ve got…

8750 Arbor Creek Dr (Charlotte)

Trap Fruit Candy Co. turns fresh fruit into crunchy, candy-coated magic in flavors like cotton candy and blue raspberry, plus they’ve got spicy bowls, ramen and a stash of exotic chips and sodas. When the weekday snack rut hits, this spot saves the day.

From the Huntersville newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Rhyme and Reason Chocolate Company makes bean-to-bar chocolate bars, bonbons, and rich drinking chocolate, all crafted by maker Elizabeth…

301 State St Ste. D (Greensboro)

Rhyme and Reason Chocolate Company makes bean-to-bar chocolate bars, bonbons, and rich drinking chocolate, all crafted by maker Elizabeth Tully. Inspired by time in Southeast Asia and serious about flavor, their gourmet bars and limited-edition boxes are the sort you stash for yourself...

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 17, 2026

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Cinnaholic

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Bakery specializing in customizable cinnamon rolls with a variety of frostings and toppings.

1218-Q Bridford Pkwy (Greensboro)

Bakery specializing in customizable cinnamon rolls with a variety of frostings and toppings.

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Paris Banh Mi Greensboro

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Paris Banh Mi Greensboro nails the crisp, airy baguette game, stuffing it with savory meats, pickled crunch, and house sauces, plus…

2703 W Gate City Blvd G (Greensboro)

Paris Banh Mi Greensboro nails the crisp, airy baguette game, stuffing it with savory meats, pickled crunch, and house sauces, plus slurpable pho, Vietnamese coffee, boba, and even Korean-style corn dogs. Quick lunch, casual dinner, or a treat run when boba tea calls.

From the High Point newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Delicious Bakery

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Delicious Bakery is your neighborhood hookup for beautifully decorated custom cakes and everyday sweets that actually taste as good as they…

1209 Battleground Ave (Greensboro)

Delicious Bakery is your neighborhood hookup for beautifully decorated custom cakes and everyday sweets that actually taste as good as they look. Swing by for breakfast pastries, two dozen cupcake flavors, dessert bars, cookies, and cake or cheesecake slices, plus grab and go cakes when celebrations sneak up on you.

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Little Barb's Bakery

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Little Barb's Bakery is Durham’s friendly neighborhood spot for custom cakes, cheesecake bars, lunchbox cakes, and cupcakes, with vegan and…

530 Foster St Ste 1 (Durham)

Little Barb's Bakery is Durham’s friendly neighborhood spot for custom cakes, cheesecake bars, lunchbox cakes, and cupcakes, with vegan and gluten free options, and you can order online then grab it at Durham Food Hall when that sweet tooth hits midweek.

From the Durham newsletter, August 17, 2026

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Whether you’re celebrating or just bribing yourself to get through errands, Dolce & Amaro Artisan Bakery is cranking out sfogliatelle,…

1310 Westover Terrace #110 (Greensboro) · ✓ checked Aug 20

Whether you’re celebrating or just bribing yourself to get through errands, Dolce & Amaro Artisan Bakery is cranking out sfogliatelle, tiramisu cups, and glossy mousse cakes, with plenty of gluten-free options and coffee to match. Treat-yourself energy, no special occasion required.

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 26, 2026

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The French Corner Bakery

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If you’ve been craving real-deal French vibes this week, The French Corner Bakery is turning out croissants, crusty loaves, quiches, and…

2005 N Pointe Dr Ste b (Durham)

If you’ve been craving real-deal French vibes this week, The French Corner Bakery is turning out croissants, crusty loaves, quiches, and legit sandwiches... plus a Summer 2026 spotlight on profiteroles stuffed with mascarpone whipped cream.

From the Durham newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Guglhupf Bakery

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When you want bread that’s just flour, water, salt and patience, Guglhupf Bakery turns out soulful sourdoughs, buttery viennoiserie, and…

2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd Ste C (Durham)

When you want bread that’s just flour, water, salt and patience, Guglhupf Bakery turns out soulful sourdoughs, buttery viennoiserie, and seasonal pastries. Expect fresh cookies, scones, tarts and tortes each morning, plus custom wedding cakes and chocolate artistry from CIA-trained pastry chef Katrina Edwards...

From the Durham newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Insomnia Cookies

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

425 Tate St (Greensboro)

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

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Retailer offering premium chocolate & other confections, plus cocoa & gift baskets.

8521 Brier Creek Pkwy #103 (Raleigh)

Retailer offering premium chocolate & other confections, plus cocoa & gift baskets.

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Delish Cakery

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Bring your celebration plans to Delish Cakery, where custom, from scratch cakes meet ridiculously lifelike sugar flowers crafted petal by…

3425 Back Creek Church Rd (Charlotte)

Bring your celebration plans to Delish Cakery, where custom, from scratch cakes meet ridiculously lifelike sugar flowers crafted petal by petal. Book a tasting this week, brainstorm designs with Aryn, and walk out knowing your cake will be the showpiece people remember, not just dessert.

From the Charlotte newsletter, August 23, 2026

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Sweets by Shayda Cafe

Bakeries & Sweets

Handmade, hand-piped, from-scratch pastries and macarons are the move at Sweets by Shayda Cafe, a locally and woman-owned pastry shop…

105 W Morgan St Ste 105 (Durham)

Handmade, hand-piped, from-scratch pastries and macarons are the move at Sweets by Shayda Cafe, a locally and woman-owned pastry shop crafting croissants with Isigny St Mere butter, cakes, chocolates, and espresso drinks. A quick Durham trip for Wake Forest folks who take dessert seriously.

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Capital Cakes Bakery

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Whether you're plotting a wedding showpiece, a kiddo's fondant fantasy, or a dessert table that wins the office, Capital Cakes Bakery…

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, 5204 Pine Way Dr (Durham)

Whether you're plotting a wedding showpiece, a kiddo's fondant fantasy, or a dessert table that wins the office, Capital Cakes Bakery builds it to spec with 30+ flavors and fillings, custom cupcakes and cookies, plus private or group pastry classes for real Durham bragging rights.

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Ninth Street Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

From crackly sourdough and fan-favorite 3-seed bread to almond croissants, morning buns, and the dangerously good Chocolate Babka that…

136 E Chapel Hill St (Durham)

From crackly sourdough and fan-favorite 3-seed bread to almond croissants, morning buns, and the dangerously good Chocolate Babka that doubles as French toast, Ninth Street Bakery has been fueling Durham and the Triangle with organic baked goods since 1981. Grab a loaf for the week, plus a cookie for the walk home.

From the Durham newsletter, August 11, 2026

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Bull City Bake Shop

Bakeries & Sweets

Bull City Bake Shop leans into the favorites, turning out spot-on cookies, fudgy brownies, muffins, cupcakes, cakes and even cake pops, and…

3604 Witherspoon Blvd #109 (Durham)

Bull City Bake Shop leans into the favorites, turning out spot-on cookies, fudgy brownies, muffins, cupcakes, cakes and even cake pops, and you can watch the magic from their open-kitchen viewing counter. Need a quick win for work or family gatherings? They also handle catering and wholesale.

From the Sanford newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Opal's Candies

Bakeries & Sweets

Handmade in small batches, Opal's Candies spins out NC-made brittle, chocolate clusters, and cinnamon-sugared frosted nuts that are gluten…

910 McDowell Dr (Greensboro)

Handmade in small batches, Opal's Candies spins out NC-made brittle, chocolate clusters, and cinnamon-sugared frosted nuts that are gluten and preservative free. Try the Jalapeño Peanut Brittle, stash a gift tin for later, and consider their fundraising options if your crew needs a tasty boost.

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 22, 2026

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Craving a proper dessert moment? Savor The Moment Dessert Bar brings the "ultimate dessert experience" to life with a dessert bar meets…

124 N Davie St (Greensboro)

Craving a proper dessert moment? Savor The Moment Dessert Bar brings the "ultimate dessert experience" to life with a dessert bar meets social room vibe that’s perfect for birthdays, catch-ups, and random Tuesdays. Slow down, grab something decadent, and let them handle the sweet part of your week.

From the Burlington newsletter, August 13, 2026

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Whisk & Rye

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery with vegan options known for pastries, bread, and coffee beverages.

3401 University Dr Suite 5 (Durham)

Bakery with vegan options known for pastries, bread, and coffee beverages.

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Bar & Cocoa

Bakeries & Sweets

Bar & Cocoa curates the kind of bean-to-bar chocolate you brag about, stocking 50+ award-winning makers from 30+ countries, plus bonbons,…

2885 Immanuel Rd (Greensboro)

Bar & Cocoa curates the kind of bean-to-bar chocolate you brag about, stocking 50+ award-winning makers from 30+ countries, plus bonbons, drinking chocolate, and baking goodies. Their guides and Learn Hub make picking by origin, taste, or diet a breeze, so your snack drawer graduates to honor roll.

From the Greensboro newsletter, September 6, 2026

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