The best bakeries & sweet shops in Durham

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

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Insomnia Cookies

Bakeries & Sweets

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

9 Madbury Rd

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

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UNH Dairy Bar

Bakeries & Sweets

In a restored train depot on the UNH campus in Durham, UNH Dairy Bar turns out locally sourced sandwiches and salads alongside creamy ice…

3 Depot Road

“In a restored train depot on the UNH campus in Durham, UNH Dairy Bar turns out locally sourced sandwiches and salads alongside creamy ice cream. They’re big on sustainability too, from compostable packaging to EnergyStar-rated equipment and produce pulled right from UNH high tunnels and local suppliers.”

From the Dover newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Sweetened Memories Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Cakes, cupcakes, cookies and brownies are served in this chill eatery with vegan options.

13 Jenkins Court #120

“Cakes, cupcakes, cookies and brownies are served in this chill eatery with vegan options.”

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