The best bakeries & sweet shops in Lancaster County

, right here in Lincoln, with 200 types from 15 countries. Mix salty, sweet, and chocolate-coated picks, or let a Licorice of the Month Club decide for you.

From the Lincoln newsletter, August 6, 2026

The Rabbit Hole Bakery bakes small-batch treats with real, simple ingredients and no artificial flavors, so everything tastes like it was made by someone who actually cares. Load up on tarts, coffee cakes, cream puffs, French macarons, or a custom cake, then sip coffee or tea and make this week sweeter.

From the Lincoln newsletter, August 7, 2026

com/) churns small-batch, super premium, homemade ice cream with rotating seasonal flavors sporting playful names, from The Dough-lorean to You're Killin' Me S'mores. Plus, there are dairy-free and gluten-free options that actually feel indulgent.

From the Lincoln newsletter, October 3, 2026

Lincoln finally has a dedicated crepe fix, and Crepe Cafe Food Truck is serving made-to-order sweet and savory beauties that hit breakfast, lunch, or dessert like a champ, billed as Nebraska’s first and only crepe truck with options from strawberry-and-cream to hearty, meal-level fillings. Go treat yourself this week.

From the Lincoln newsletter, August 21, 2026

Kala's Kakes is a certified home bakery in Elkhorn turning out wedding and specialty cakes, plus cupcakes and cake pops, that look like you actually planned ahead. Kala shares behind-the-scenes on Instagram, so you can admire the artistry while plotting your next birthday, shower, or just-because slice.

From the Lincoln newsletter, September 14, 2026

Licorice International College View curates roughly 200 licorice styles from 15 countries, from black and salty to sweet and flavored, with favorites like Lakrids by Bülow. Swing by this week for Dutch salt bombs, silky Aussie twists, and Licorice of the Month Clubs that keep the stash fresh.

From the Lincoln newsletter, August 17, 2026

Goldenrod Pastries is that bright neighborhood bakery you go to when a Tuesday needs celebrating. Think cinnamon rolls, cookie sandwiches, and macarons, cardamom pound cake, plus custom cakes for birthdays and weddings, with gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options that taste like the real deal.

From the Lincoln newsletter, October 12, 2026

Lincoln-made and hand-painted, Lulubee Artisanal Chocolates turns truffles, bonbons, and bars into little showpieces, with more than 20 signature flavors and gluten-free options in the mix.

From the Lincoln newsletter, September 18, 2026

When a sugar craving and snack attack hit at the same time, Misky Bakery has you covered with conchas, churros, alfajores, and that moist tres leches… plus savory tamales and Bolivian salteñas for balance. One quick stop this week, instant mood boost.

From the Lincoln newsletter, September 21, 2026

Quaint and reliably delicious, Cupcakes and More specializes in signature cupcakes, cakes and wedding cakes. For an office pick-me-up or when Friday requires frosting, this is a trustworthy local spot that nails the sweet details.

From the Lincoln newsletter, October 5, 2026

Gratitude Cafe & Bakery is Kat’s cozy, community-minded bakeshop turning out tender scones, kolaches, cakes, breads, cookies and bars, with plenty of vegan and gluten-free options using local, organic ingredients.

From the Lincoln newsletter, August 10, 2026

Skip the blah sweets. The Rabbit Hole Bakery bakes small-batch cakes, cookies, brownies, tarts and seasonal specials made locally in Lincoln with real ingredients, plus breakfast wins like cinnamon rolls and scones.

From the Lincoln newsletter, September 24, 2026

Le Quartier Bakery & Café is the neighborhood go-to for legit French vibes, from tangy artisan sourdough and crackly baguettes to buttery croissants and colorful macarons. Swing by this week for a soup-and-sandwich lunch or snag a pastry haul for the office...

From the Lincoln newsletter, August 30, 2026

Craving something sweet that’s actually worth the drive across town?

From the Lincoln newsletter, October 22, 2026

From sculpted groom's cakes to a “Luxury Line” of designer cupcakes, Cakes By Tiffany turns your wildest idea into an actually-delicious, Instagram-worthy centerpiece for birthdays, weddings, or that corporate thing you want people to remember. Share your vision this week, then watch the magic show up in buttercream.

From the Lincoln newsletter, October 19, 2026