The best bakeries & sweet shops in Akron

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

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Dunkin'

Bakeries & Sweets

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

3888 S Cleveland Massillon Rd (Norton)

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

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sweetFrog

Bakeries & Sweets

National chain with dozens of flavor combinations of soft-serve frozen yogurt, plus sorbet.

3467 Massillon Rd (Uniontown)

National chain with dozens of flavor combinations of soft-serve frozen yogurt, plus sorbet.

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Made right here in Akron, Waylon's Handcrafted Ice Cream turns that after-dinner craving into an occasion with homemade ice cream, cakes,…

3979 S Main St

Made right here in Akron, Waylon's Handcrafted Ice Cream turns that after-dinner craving into an occasion with homemade ice cream, cakes, and gourmet ice cream sandwiches, all crafted with the kind of love you can taste. Go when you want something joyful, local, and a little celebratory.

From the Akron newsletter, September 16, 2026

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Stoddard's Frozen Custard

Bakeries & Sweets

Stoddard’s Frozen Custard has been scooping since 1948, making vanilla, chocolate, and a rotating Flavor of the Day fresh daily, plus…

1321 W Main St (Kent)

Stoddard’s Frozen Custard has been scooping since 1948, making vanilla, chocolate, and a rotating Flavor of the Day fresh daily, plus sundaes, flurries, and custard pies that turn weeknights into a little victory. Pro tip, Turtle Sundae or Mint Oreo Flurry rarely misses.

From the Stow newsletter, September 20, 2026

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Dunkin'

Bakeries & Sweets

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

4140 Lee Rd (Cleveland)

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

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Long-standing ice cream parlor offering many flavors of ice cream & sorbet, plus sundaes & shakes.

3048 Graham Rd (Stow)

Long-standing ice cream parlor offering many flavors of ice cream & sorbet, plus sundaes & shakes.

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Insomnia Cookies

Bakeries & Sweets

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

295 S Water St (Kent)

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

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Whether you need a cozy spot to recharge or a sweet fix after work, Café Indigo and Ice Cream too… nails the coffee dessert combo with a…

13201 Shaker Square (Cleveland)

Whether you need a cozy spot to recharge or a sweet fix after work, Café Indigo and Ice Cream too… nails the coffee dessert combo with a chill, community-first vibe and locally sourced quality. They also make hosting easy with online reservations, ordering, and full-on party catering.

From the Youngstown newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Baskin-Robbins

Bakeries & Sweets

Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.

16969 Chagrin Blvd (Cleveland)

Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

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

4301 Kent Rd #25 (Stow)

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

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sweetFrog

Bakeries & Sweets

National chain with dozens of flavor combinations of soft-serve frozen yogurt, plus sorbet.

3030 Graham Rd (Stow)

National chain with dozens of flavor combinations of soft-serve frozen yogurt, plus sorbet.

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Great Harvest Bread

Bakeries & Sweets

Great Harvest Bread keeps it simple and seriously tasty with whole-grain loaves and muffins made from Montana wheat, milled fresh daily.…

4058 Fishcreek Rd (Stow)

Great Harvest Bread keeps it simple and seriously tasty with whole-grain loaves and muffins made from Montana wheat, milled fresh daily. Perfect for sandwich upgrades, soup-night dunking, or a just-because slice... the kind of wholesome comfort a Kent week could use.

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Black Dog Baking Company

Bakeries & Sweets

Black Dog Baking Company brings artisan baked goods to their hometown of Cuyahoga Falls, and our mornings just got happier. It’s the kind…

69 Graham Rd Ste 1A (Cuyahoga Falls)

Black Dog Baking Company brings artisan baked goods to their hometown of Cuyahoga Falls, and our mornings just got happier. It’s the kind of local spot where you grab something warm, chat for a minute, then immediately plan your next visit because you can tell these folks truly love baking for the community.

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Crepe N’ Drip

Bakeries & Sweets

Crepe N’ Drip is where your sweet tooth meets premium Belgian chocolate, gelato and ice cream, and signature sweet crepes and…

1385 W 117th St (Cleveland)

Crepe N’ Drip is where your sweet tooth meets premium Belgian chocolate, gelato and ice cream, and signature sweet crepes and American-style waffles finished with real pistachio and white chocolate. Add a rich espresso or a 100% natural smoothie and you’ve got dessert vibes worth a neighborhood detour.

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Long-standing ice cream parlor offering many flavors of ice cream & sorbet, plus sundaes & shakes.

2922 State Rd (Cuyahoga Falls)

Long-standing ice cream parlor offering many flavors of ice cream & sorbet, plus sundaes & shakes.

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Pav’s Creamery

Bakeries & Sweets

Serving award-winning ice cream since 1969, Pav’s Creamery keeps it fun with homemade scoops, kustard cakes, and best-sellers like…

2162 Front St (Cuyahoga Falls)

Serving award-winning ice cream since 1969, Pav’s Creamery keeps it fun with homemade scoops, kustard cakes, and best-sellers like Blueberry Cheesecake and Cookie Monster. Cast a vote for the Flavor of the Week, then swing by Cuyahoga Falls or get it delivered if you’re close.

From the Stow newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Linda's Kitchen

Bakeries & Sweets

Craving real-deal Slavic kiflis, iced cutouts, or a box of classic cookies your aunt will claim she baked herself? Linda's Kitchen has been…

141 Northwest Ave (Tallmadge)

Craving real-deal Slavic kiflis, iced cutouts, or a box of classic cookies your aunt will claim she baked herself? Linda's Kitchen has been perfecting family-favorite recipes since 1995, plus baking classes and occasional afternoon tea that make this week taste a little more celebratory.

From the Akron newsletter, August 25, 2026

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When you need a sweet break close to home, Strickland's Frozen Custard has been churning since 1936 with those dense, old-school batch…

2629 Bailey Rd (Cuyahoga Falls)

When you need a sweet break close to home, Strickland's Frozen Custard has been churning since 1936 with those dense, old-school batch freezers, serving hand-dipped cones, thick milkshakes, and sundaes, plus flavors of the day. It’s the kind of classic that still hits even on a Tuesday.

From the Stow newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Sal's Gelato

Bakeries & Sweets

Sal's Gelato makes its gelato from scratch daily with top quality ingredients sourced locally and from Italy, then rounds it out with…

1821 Merriman Rd

Sal's Gelato makes its gelato from scratch daily with top quality ingredients sourced locally and from Italy, then rounds it out with gourmet house-baked treats and beverages. It is an easy go-to for classic and seasonal flavors, plus a patio hang when the weather cooperates.

From the Akron newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Vincent's Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether you're craving classic cookies, celebration-worthy cakes, trays of flaky pastries, hearty bread, or those Saturday morning donuts…

2038 Bailey Rd (Cuyahoga Falls) · ✓ checked Sep 17

Whether you're craving classic cookies, celebration-worthy cakes, trays of flaky pastries, hearty bread, or those Saturday morning donuts that somehow disappear in the car ride home, Vincent's Bakery nails that old-school Italian bakery vibe locals love.

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Kiflis Bakery & Cafe

Bakeries & Sweets

When you need something flaky and legit, Kiflis Bakery & Cafe turns out hand-made strudels in walnut, poppyseed, and apricot raisin, plus…

2018 State Rd (Cuyahoga Falls) · ✓ checked Aug 21

When you need something flaky and legit, Kiflis Bakery & Cafe turns out hand-made strudels in walnut, poppyseed, and apricot raisin, plus delicate kiflis and coconut cookies that taste like your grandma actually used butter. Perfect for a late-morning pick-me-up or weekend coffee companion.

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, August 26, 2026

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Ovenly Delights

Bakeries & Sweets

Ovenly Delights is a dedicated gluten-free bakery turning out from-scratch breads, cookies, do-it-yourself cookie dough, and custom cakes…

3552 Keyser Pkwy (Cuyahoga Falls)

Ovenly Delights is a dedicated gluten-free bakery turning out from-scratch breads, cookies, do-it-yourself cookie dough, and custom cakes using non-GMO, locally sourced and where possible organic ingredients.

From the Akron newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Honey Hut Ice Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

Serving Cleveland since 1974 and now a Parma staple, Honey Hut Ice Cream turns out homemade cones, sundaes, and milkshakes in seasonal…

6250 State Rd (Cleveland)

Serving Cleveland since 1974 and now a Parma staple, Honey Hut Ice Cream turns out homemade cones, sundaes, and milkshakes in seasonal flavors using all natural ingredients from local farms, like raspberries from Foote’s Farm, Cleveland dairy, and honey from an Amish farm in Walnut Creek.

From the Parma newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Honey Hut Ice Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

Since 1974, Honey Hut Ice Cream has been the hometown go-to for fresh, seasonal scoops made with all-natural ingredients, from Foote’s Farm…

4674 State Rd (Cleveland)

Since 1974, Honey Hut Ice Cream has been the hometown go-to for fresh, seasonal scoops made with all-natural ingredients, from Foote’s Farm raspberries to dairy from a Cleveland dairy and honey from an Ohio Amish farm. Hit Old Brooklyn, Parma, Solon, or Brecksville this week and treat yourself.

From the Lorain newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Casa Dolce Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Casa Dolce Bakery is the Mayfield Heights spot when you’re craving real-deal cannolis, tiramisu, or that famous almond cake, plus fresh…

5732 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

Casa Dolce Bakery is the Mayfield Heights spot when you’re craving real-deal cannolis, tiramisu, or that famous almond cake, plus fresh breads for breakfast. Skip cooking this week and raid their daily-changing prepared foods, paninis, pastas, soups, and occasional heavy hitters like osso bucco or poached salmon.

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Tiffany's Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

For decades, Tiffany's Bakery has been Akron’s go-to for gorgeous custom cakes that taste as good as they look, plus a full lineup of fresh…

620 Ridgewood Crossing Dr

For decades, Tiffany's Bakery has been Akron’s go-to for gorgeous custom cakes that taste as good as they look, plus a full lineup of fresh pastries and hand dipped ice cream. Award-winning and family-run, it’s the kind of spot you pop in this week “just for one thing”... then leave grinning.

From the Akron newsletter, August 4, 2026

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The HoneyBirch Bakehouse

Bakeries & Sweets

The HoneyBirch Bakehouse in Cleveland’s Larchmere neighborhood turns out crackly loaves, flaky pastries, and legit baguette and deli…

12204 Larchmere Blvd (Cleveland)

The HoneyBirch Bakehouse in Cleveland’s Larchmere neighborhood turns out crackly loaves, flaky pastries, and legit baguette and deli sandwiches, plus a tiny grocer’s pantry with locally sourced dairy, eggs, chocolates, and conservas… ideal for a weekend stock up when you’re already headed toward Cleveland.

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Insomnia Cookies

Bakeries & Sweets

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

367 S Main St

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

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Cake and Candy Depot

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether you're cranking out wedding treats or testing a Tuesday-night brownie experiment, Cake and Candy Depot has the good stuff: Merckens…

1297 Krumroy Rd

Whether you're cranking out wedding treats or testing a Tuesday-night brownie experiment, Cake and Candy Depot has the good stuff: Merckens chocolate in all kinds, candy and cake molds, colors and flavors, packaging, and those hard-to-find bits. Bonus, their staff actually helps you solve decorating dilemmas.

From the Akron newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Koko Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

In Cleveland's Asiatown, Koko Bakery nails that sweet-savory lineup locals love, from curry and sweet cream buns to teriyaki or katsu…

3710 Payne Ave (Cleveland)

In Cleveland's Asiatown, Koko Bakery nails that sweet-savory lineup locals love, from curry and sweet cream buns to teriyaki or katsu sandwiches that actually count as lunch. Pair it with brown sugar matcha or passion fruit milk boba, then snag a tiramisu, macaron, or Taiwanese-style custard tart for the road.

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Zacks Candy

Bakeries & Sweets

Craving a mellow week without leaving Parma? Zack's Candy stocks the hemp side of treats with Delta-8, Delta-9, Delta-10, HHC, live resin,…

4949 Old Grayton Rd (Cleveland)

Craving a mellow week without leaving Parma? 0, Hidden Hills Club and Tre House.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 18, 2026

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Colossal Cupcakes

Bakeries & Sweets

Colossal Cupcakes was the colorful, sugar-slinging spot for specialty cupcakes, soft-serve cones, and soda floats, and yes, we’re still…

528 Euclid Ave (Cleveland)

Colossal Cupcakes was the colorful, sugar-slinging spot for specialty cupcakes, soft-serve cones, and soda floats, and yes, we’re still thinking about them. They’ve hung up the aprons, but locals with a sweet tooth in Warren still swap stories about those playful flavors and frosting.

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 5, 2026

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CAKE drama

Bakeries & Sweets

Planning a birthday, shower, or just craving frosting art, CAKE drama handcrafts custom cakes in Gordon Square with mix-and-match flavors…

5409 Detroit Ave (Cleveland)

Planning a birthday, shower, or just craving frosting art, CAKE drama handcrafts custom cakes in Gordon Square with mix-and-match flavors per tier and smart custom sizing. They also do sheet cakes and cupcakes, plus in-person or virtual design consults and tasting sample boxes, so lock in something sweet this week.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 21, 2026

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Reeves Cake Shop

Bakeries & Sweets

Akron’s sweet standby, Reeves Cake Shop, bakes everything to order using time-tested family recipes, from sculpted birthday showstoppers…

2770 Cory Ave

Akron’s sweet standby, Reeves Cake Shop, bakes everything to order using time-tested family recipes, from sculpted birthday showstoppers and photo cakes to cookie trays and cupcakes. Need wedding desserts or a themed cake this week? They’ll make it fresh, and yes, it’ll taste like a celebration.

From the Akron newsletter, August 10, 2026

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All City Candy

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether you’re hunting for retro faves, hard-to-find sweets, or party-perfect colors, All City Candy is the local hookup. Build a candy…

746 Richmond Rd (Cleveland)

Whether you’re hunting for retro faves, hard-to-find sweets, or party-perfect colors, All City Candy is the local hookup. Build a candy buffet that matches your team or wedding palette, explore kosher, vegan, or nut-free options, and snag fudge, cookies, and chocolate treats for this week’s cravings.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Presti's Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Presti's Bakery is your reliable go-to when you want pastries, cookie trays for the crew, or Italian comfort like sheet pizza, lasagna,…

12101 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

Presti's Bakery is your reliable go-to when you want pastries, cookie trays for the crew, or Italian comfort like sheet pizza, lasagna, eggplant parm and chicken marsala. Swing by this week for a quick bite or take-home spread that makes dinner feel like Nonna cooked.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 25, 2026

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b.a. Sweetie Candy Company is the largest candy store in America, a wall-to-wall wonderland of classics, retro finds, and bulk treats. Make…

6770 Brookpark Rd (Cleveland)

a. Sweetie Candy Company is the largest candy store in America, a wall-to-wall wonderland of classics, retro finds, and bulk treats. a.

From the Parma newsletter, September 20, 2026

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Bake Shop In Ghent

Bakeries & Sweets

The Bake Shop in Ghent has been sweetening Bath for over 40 years with pastries, breads, donuts, and custom cakes, plus ice cream cakes…

800 Wye Rd

The Bake Shop in Ghent has been sweetening Bath for over 40 years with pastries, breads, donuts, and custom cakes, plus ice cream cakes when the sweet tooth calls louder. Housed in a charming century home, it’s a reliable local standby for birthdays, pies, or dessert trays that save your party.

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Aladdin's Baking Co

Bakeries & Sweets

Aladdin's Baking Co is a Cleveland landmark turning out renowned pita, craveable made-to-order sandwiches, and a stash of Mediterranean…

1301 Carnegie Ave (Cleveland)

Aladdin's Baking Co is a Cleveland landmark turning out renowned pita, craveable made-to-order sandwiches, and a stash of Mediterranean imports. Planning a get-together? Their catering lineup makes feeding a crowd surprisingly painless, which is exactly what your group chat needs right now.

From the Lorain newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Cupcake Castle

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether you need a birthday showstopper or a Saturday sugar fix this week, Cupcake Castle bakes 12 daily cupcake flavors, plus cookies,…

117 Merz Blvd (Fairlawn)

Whether you need a birthday showstopper or a Saturday sugar fix this week, Cupcake Castle bakes 12 daily cupcake flavors, plus cookies, cakes, and brownies, and lets kids (and grownups) decorate their own by appointment. Custom cakes and take-home decorating kits make celebrations easy, creative, and actually fun.

From the Parma newsletter, August 10, 2026

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The West Side Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

From elegantly decorated wedding cakes to everyday layer cakes and a pastry case full of classics, The West Side Bakery delivers pure…

2303 W Market St

From elegantly decorated wedding cakes to everyday layer cakes and a pastry case full of classics, The West Side Bakery delivers pure happy. Think seasonal pies like peach and key lime, plus the occasional Peach Week frenzy. Grab a slice or a box, suddenly the week looks better.

From the Akron newsletter, August 17, 2026

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Stacked Akron Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

When your week needs a win, Stacked Akron Cakes delivers with custom cutout cookies, fresh donuts, and party-level cakes and cupcakes, plus…

1185 S Canton Rd

When your week needs a win, Stacked Akron Cakes delivers with custom cutout cookies, fresh donuts, and party-level cakes and cupcakes, plus wedding tastings and consultations if you’re planning the big one. Perfect for birthdays, game days, or just because Tuesday deserves frosting.

From the Akron newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Slices Fabulous Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether you're into blueberry lemon, chocolate amaretto, or a classic cherry, Slices Fabulous Cakes turns out cheesecakes in all the good…

4190 Pearl Rd (Cleveland)

Whether you're into blueberry lemon, chocolate amaretto, or a classic cherry, Slices Fabulous Cakes turns out cheesecakes in all the good flavors plus specialty cakes that taste like a celebration. Bookmark this for birthdays, random Tuesdays, and every sweet emergency... your fork will know what to do.

From the Parma newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Sweet Mary's Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Sweet Mary's Bakery is the kind of woman-owned micro-bakery worth the quick hop to downtown Akron, turning out from-scratch pastries,…

76 E Mill St

Sweet Mary's Bakery is the kind of woman-owned micro-bakery worth the quick hop to downtown Akron, turning out from-scratch pastries, scones, cookies, quiche and cheesecakes alongside proper espresso.

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Grandma Campbell's Cupcakes bakes the kind of fresh cupcakes you swear you’ll only have one of, then backs it up with Campbell’s Sweets…

1979 W 25th St Stand #A9 (Cleveland)

Grandma Campbell's Cupcakes bakes the kind of fresh cupcakes you swear you’ll only have one of, then backs it up with Campbell’s Sweets Factory’s small-batch gourmet popcorn and hand-dipped chocolates. Perfect for Lorain weeknights, game-day spreads, or easy online gifting when you need a win in the dessert column.

From the Lorain newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Essential Dipped Delights

Bakeries & Sweets

Essential Dipped Delights is the downtown Akron dessert spot for when you want cheesecake, cookies, and chocolates that feel a little…

21 Furnace St

Essential Dipped Delights is the downtown Akron dessert spot for when you want cheesecake, cookies, and chocolates that feel a little extra, plus vegan options that actually taste like dessert. Close enough for a quick Cuyahoga Falls run, and absolutely worth the detour after dinner or errands.

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