The best bakeries & sweet shops in Albany County

Informal kid-friendly mainstay for burgers, fries & housemade ice cream in eclectic flavors.

Convenience store chain serving its own ice cream, coffee & soda, plus snacks & groceries.

Since 1954, Schuyler Bakery has been proudly making fresh donuts, pies, muffins, breads, rolls, cookies, cakes, and more, all peanut and tree nut-free and made daily with care and tradition. When you crave something nostalgic, this place quietly delivers the goods without the fuss.

From the Albany newsletter, September 5, 2026

Family-owned since 1957, Bella-Napoli Italian Bakery is the Capital Region go-to for cannoli, Italian cookies and biscotti, specialty cakes, and crusty breads, with a Latham café serving breakfast, lunch, and proper cappuccinos. Swing by this week when only a real-deal pastry and strong latte will fix the day.

From the Schenectady newsletter, August 17, 2026

Bakery turning out wedding, birthday, and other special-occasion cakes, plus cupcakes.

Whether you're plotting a wedding, birthday, or random Tuesday victory, Cake Street Sweets turns ideas into edible art with award-winning decorating and serious flavor. Classically trained owner Kayla E.

From the Troy newsletter, September 10, 2026

Family-owned since 1986, On The Farm keeps it old-school with creamy Hood soft serve, Perry's and Hershey scoops, plus dairy-free options, all made with house recipes and local vendors. Grab a burger, fish fry, or chili-cheese fries with your cone, because dinner and dessert can absolutely be friends.

From the Albany newsletter, September 6, 2026

Whether you’re plotting a wedding, kiddo’s smash cake moment, or just craving a cupcake pick-me-up, Coccadotts Cake Shop turns ideas into edible art with moist layers, fresh fruit fillings, and even logo sugar cookies for the office.

From the Albany newsletter, September 26, 2026

Crunch And Sweet Freeze Dried Treats is all about actual freeze-dried candy with a crispy, airy crunch and brighter flavor than the clumpy store-bought kind. Local and fresh with new flavors popping up, it's the kind of sweet detour that turns a quick errand into a tiny victory lap.

From the Albany newsletter, October 21, 2026

When the midweek slump hits, Oh Sugar Bakery is the kind of neighborhood spot you text a friend about, turning fresh-baked goodness into instant mood repair. Keep it in your rotation for birthdays you forgot, office bribes, or a treat-yourself Tuesday that needs a little sparkle.

From the Albany newsletter, August 11, 2026

Control Tower scoops hard and soft-serve from a 60+ flavor lineup, then lets you work off the sugar with go-karts, mini-golf, and batting cages. Expect playful one-off sundaes and new flavors popping up all season. Perfect midweek reset for locals who like their ice cream with a little adrenaline.

From the Hudson Valley newsletter, August 29, 2026

Franchise bakery specializing in handcrafted bundt cakes, plus curated gifts & party supplies.

When the craving swings from a stacked sub to a slice of cake, Fiorello Bakery & Deli comes through with fresh breads, pasta dishes, and desserts that actually taste like someone cared. Friendly folks, a deli case that ruins willpower, and enough variety to make weekday lunches actually fun.

From the Albany newsletter, September 21, 2026

Cheesecake Machismo cranks out a rotating lineup of one-of-a-kind cheesecake flavors, sold by the slice or as a DIY "Frankencake" mix of 6 to 12 pieces. Frankencakes are walk-in, first come, first served, so locals know to swing by early before favorites disappear.

From the Albany newsletter, October 16, 2026

Since 1929, Krause's Homemade Candy has been the local go-to for homemade chocolates, fresh fudge, and those peanut butter-and-chocolate combos you swear you’ll save for later. Need a thoughtful gift? Their assortments, trays, gift boxes, and fun novelties make holidays and thank-yous ridiculously easy.

From the Albany newsletter, October 14, 2026

Family-owned chocolate store and candy shop featuring ribbon and other hand-crafted treats (gluten-free options available).

Daisies Pasteles is Albany’s spot for authentic Mexican pastries baked daily, plus a variety of Mexican desserts and custom cakes that actually deliver on the wow. Keep it on your radar this week... they even roll out legit tacos on weekends for that sweet to savory balance.

From the Albany newsletter, October 7, 2026