The best bakeries & sweet shops in Albany

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

“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

“Anicca Bakery is a home-based sourdough spot from Byrdie and Jared, turning local, organic ingredients into loaves that actually taste like grain and sunshine. Long-fermented, wild-culture breads (plus English muffins, rye, and baguettes) make easy daily staples, and ordering ahead for Troy pickup keeps life simple.”

From the Troy newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Downtown Troy’s The Flour Bender Bakeshop bends elements into from-scratch custom cakes and pastries using a range of flours and natural sweeteners. Expect clean, elegant, fun designs and flavors that spotlight local producers, in a warm, relaxed hangout you’ll end up recommending to everyone.”

From the Albany newsletter, September 13, 2026

“Family-owned since 1957, Bella-Napoli Italian Bakery is the Troy go-to for Italian pastry specialties that taste like someone’s Nonna has a secret partnership with butter. Think cannoli, eclairs, Italian cookies, biscotti, danishes, plus gorgeous specialty and wedding cakes.”

From the Troy newsletter, September 4, 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.”

“Downtown Troy's The Placid Baker is your midweek morale boost. Think butter-layered croissants, crisp macarons, proper coffee, and fresh bread that might not make it home, plus pizza and lunch when you realize pastry isn't a meal... yet, all made with fresh, simple, local ingredients.”

From the Troy newsletter, August 24, 2026

“O'Malley's Oven turns out donuts, cookies, pastries and custom cakes that just happen to be gluten-free, not flavor-free. Find them at the Troy Farmers Market, or snag their goodies at Emack and Bolio’s in Albany when your snack radar starts pinging.”

From the Albany newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Goodway Gourmet is the long-running local crew behind The World’s Best Rum Cakes, turning out buttery Caribbean classics, coconut butter beauties, and mini cakes, plus legit gluten-free options. They also pop up at local farmers markets and festivals across the Northeast, so keep an eye out and snag a slice.”

From the Albany 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

“From classic Vanilla Bean to rotating creations like Cider Donut, Troyal-Tea, and Grave Digger, The Dutch Udder Craft Ice Cream delivers craft scoops with serious cred as Home of the World's Best Philly Vanilla. Dairy-free options mean your whole crew can get in on it.”

From the Albany newsletter, September 7, 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, August 4, 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, September 20, 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

“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, September 14, 2026

“Statham's Cake is the boutique cake studio locals lean on for fully customizable showpieces, feather-light chiffon and Basque cheesecakes. Order online for flavors like matcha and black tea, and yes, they’ve got next-day options when celebration plans sneak up on you.”

From the Albany newsletter, August 15, 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, September 2, 2026

“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, August 20, 2026