The best bakeries & sweet shops in Jackson

“Family-run brick-oven bakery offering Italian staples like stromboli & pizza, plus cakes & pastries.”

“Small ice cream parlor turning out a variety of homemade frozen flavors and milkshakes, along with gelato and water ice.”

“Local ice cream shop offering many flavors, including water ice, in a 1950s-style setting.”

“Ice cream shop, which also serves cones, including waffle varieties.”

“Ice creamery churning the usual flavors alongside vegan versions as well as gluten-free options.”

“Familiar farm and garden market stocking fresh produce and flowers alongside homemade baked goods from the bakery. Pumpkin and apple picking available in fall.”

“UDairy Creamery is where UD ag students turn campus milk into ridiculously good ice cream, plus farmstead cheeses and legit coffee drinks. Hit the Main Street café or the temporary rink pop-up, try a seasonal scoop or a sandwich made with UDairy cheese, and feel smug supporting students while crushing your sweet tooth.”

From the Newark newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Mecha Chocolate turns out handmade caramels, ganache and bars with playful flavor riffs, from Cocktail Inspired and Red Wine boxes to Herb Garden Sea Salt Caramels. Perfect for gifting to neighbors or a treat-yourself moment, and yes, you can go custom for your next party.”

From the Camden County newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Cozy cafe serving Greek coffee and pastries including baklava and spanakopita.”

“Moon Star Turkish Bakery is quietly winning over Wilmington with flaky börek, sesame-studded simit, pillowy pogaca, and baklava that totally ruins your willpower, plus legit Turkish coffee to match. Hit the Newark or Bear shop this week and level up your morning routine.”

“Handmade sweets shop featuring a vast selection of milk, white and dark chocolate, plus sugar-free varieties.”

“This contemporary bakery whips up imaginative sweet treats, including custom special-occasion cakes.”

“Quaint bakery owned by a Cake Boss alum, famous for arty sculpted cakes & petite gluten-free treats.”