The best bakeries & sweet shops in Rio Rancho

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

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Dagmar's Specialties

Bakeries & Sweets

Craving Old World comfort without leaving Rio Rancho, Dagmar's Specialties bakes fresh breads, pastries, and hearty German plates rooted in…

2704 Southern Blvd SE

“Craving Old World comfort without leaving Rio Rancho, Dagmar's Specialties bakes fresh breads, pastries, and hearty German plates rooted in tradition since 1995. Try the Raspberry Red Chile Strudel for that sweet tart New Mexico twist, then chase it with schnitzel or a Reuben and a slice of cheesecake.”

From the Rio Rancho newsletter, August 6, 2026

ABC Cake Shop & Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

ABC Cake Shop & Bakery has been an Albuquerque tradition since 1972, turning birthdays, weddings and random Tuesdays into events with moist…

1830 San Pedro Dr NE (Albuquerque) · ✓ checked Jul 30

“ABC Cake Shop & Bakery has been an Albuquerque tradition since 1972, turning birthdays, weddings and random Tuesdays into events with moist cakes, buttercream, cookies, cupcakes, pies, and pastries made fresh daily. Need something custom or wildly specific? They’ll collaborate on almost any design...”

From the Albuquerque newsletter, August 4, 2026

Insomnia Cookies

Bakeries & Sweets

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

2132 Central Ave SE A-2 (Albuquerque)

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

Flying Roadrunner Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Cozy, family-run cafe providing breakfast fare such as croissants, muffins, burritos and coffee drinks.

10420 4th St NW (Albuquerque)

“Cozy, family-run cafe providing breakfast fare such as croissants, muffins, burritos and coffee drinks.”

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Lolli & Pops

Bakeries & Sweets

Classy candy store inside Coronado Center featuring a wide variety of sweets.

6600 Menaul Blvd NE (Albuquerque)

“Classy candy store inside Coronado Center featuring a wide variety of sweets.”

The Cake Boutique

Bakeries & Sweets

Laid-back bakery making layered, tiered and custom cakes for weddings and birthdays.

3250 Coors Blvd NW (Albuquerque)

“Laid-back bakery making layered, tiered and custom cakes for weddings and birthdays.”

ChocGlitz & Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

Upbeat dessert shop for fair-trade chocolate confections, handmade ice cream & other treats.

10660 Unser Blvd NW Ste D (Albuquerque)

“Upbeat dessert shop for fair-trade chocolate confections, handmade ice cream & other treats.”

The Witching Flour Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Dog-friendly bakery making donuts, croissants, brioche, cakes, cookies and more.

1431 Eubank Blvd NE (Albuquerque)

“Dog-friendly bakery making donuts, croissants, brioche, cakes, cookies and more.”

Chocolate Cartel

Bakeries & Sweets

Quirky sweet shop specializing in creative chocolate-based confections, including candy & truffles.

315 Juan Tabo Blvd NE Ste a (Albuquerque)

“Quirky sweet shop specializing in creative chocolate-based confections, including candy & truffles.”

Cake Ingenuity

Bakeries & Sweets

Custom cake shop creating detailed baked goods like birthday cakes and cupcakes.

4410 Lomas Blvd NE (Albuquerque)

“Custom cake shop creating detailed baked goods like birthday cakes and cupcakes.”

Sergio's Bakery & Cafe

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery for an array of pizza pies, pastries, cookies, cakes and donuts as well as sandwiches, bagels, salads and subs.

2740 Wyoming Blvd NE (Albuquerque)

“Bakery for an array of pizza pies, pastries, cookies, cakes and donuts as well as sandwiches, bagels, salads and subs.”

The Candy Lady

Bakeries & Sweets

Mellow, long-running sweet shop selling handmade fudge, chocolates & old-fashioned candies.

424 San Felipe St NW (Albuquerque)

“Mellow, long-running sweet shop selling handmade fudge, chocolates & old-fashioned candies.”

Eldora Chocolate

Bakeries & Sweets

Chocolatier known for its truffles and drinking chocolate, as well as its fair-trade and organic sourcing.

8114 Edith Blvd NE (Albuquerque)

“Chocolatier known for its truffles and drinking chocolate, as well as its fair-trade and organic sourcing.”

Buffett's Candies

Bakeries & Sweets

Landmark, family-run outfit for a wide range of chocolates plus classic candies and popcorn.

7001 Lomas Blvd NE (Albuquerque)

“Landmark, family-run outfit for a wide range of chocolates plus classic candies and popcorn.”

Golden Crown Panaderia

Bakeries & Sweets

Homey spot for handmade breads, pastries & desserts alongside gourmet pies, empanadas & sandwiches.

1103 Mountain Rd NW (Albuquerque)

“Homey spot for handmade breads, pastries & desserts alongside gourmet pies, empanadas & sandwiches.”

Bahama Buck's - Albuquerque, San Mateo Blvd NE

Bakeries & Sweets

Chain with a laid-back, island vibe doling out shaved-ice desserts & smoothies.

4411 San Mateo Blvd NE Ste E12 (Albuquerque)

“Chain with a laid-back, island vibe doling out shaved-ice desserts & smoothies.”

BitterSweets Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Custom bakery specializing in wedding and birthday cakes, plus cupcakes.

9401 Golf Course Rd NW A (Albuquerque)

“Custom bakery specializing in wedding and birthday cakes, plus cupcakes.”

Linda's Dolci

Bakeries & Sweets

Cute neighborhood bakery featuring cakes, pastries and cookies, plus Italian specialties, like tarts.

8520 Montgomery Blvd NE Ste B4 (Albuquerque)

“Cute neighborhood bakery featuring cakes, pastries and cookies, plus Italian specialties, like tarts.”

Olo Dessert Studio

Bakeries & Sweets

Chill yogurt shop offering several vegan options alongside soft serve ice cream, cupcakes and other desserts.

3339 Central Ave NE Suite #C3 (Albuquerque)

“Chill yogurt shop offering several vegan options alongside soft serve ice cream, cupcakes and other desserts.”

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