The best bakeries & sweet shops in Troy

“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.”

“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

“Since the 1950s, The Snowman has been churning over 25 flavors of homemade premium hard ice cream, plus yogurts and sherbets, on site with the good stuff. Go for the seasonal flavors, stay for an ice cream pie to stash in the freezer... and book their legendary cart for your next backyard bash.”

From the Troy newsletter, September 24, 2026

“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, September 22, 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 Troy newsletter, September 28, 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

“, a fifth‑generation local, has been delivering reliable milk, eggs, ice cream, and brand‑name staples like bacon, muffins, and juices since 1904, with the kind of service that keeps regulars loyal.”

From the Troy newsletter, September 17, 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